Masai Mara Safari Lodges & Camps
The Masai Mara is the crown jewel of Kenya’s safari circuit — a land of golden plains, dramatic big cat encounters, and the world-famous Great Migration. With a rich mix of lodges, tented camps, and private conservancy retreats, the Mara caters to every type of traveler. From ultra-luxury escapes to authentic bush camps, each stay offers a unique way to experience this wildlife haven.
Ultra-Luxury Safari Camps
For travelers who want the very best in design, exclusivity, and service.
- Angama Mara – Cliff-top luxury overlooking the Mara Triangle; from US$ 1,400.
- Mahali Mzuri (Virgin Limited Edition) – Sir Richard Branson’s cutting-edge safari camp in Olare Motorogi; from US$ 1,200.
- Mara Bushtops – An ultra-luxury camp with private hot tubs, fine dining, and panoramic views of the Mara plains; from US$ 1,100.
- Mara Plains Camp – Rare Relais & Châteaux safari camp, intimate & refined; from US$ 1,500.
- Mara Nyika Camp (Great Plains) – Tented elegance in Naboisho Conservancy; from US$ 1,550.
- Mara Toto Tree Camp – A stylish Great Plains camp set in a private grove of ebony trees near the Mara River, perfect for photographers and migration sightings; from US$ 1,550.
- Mara Expedition Camp – Adventurous but high-end camp, perfect for photographers; from US$ 950.
- Sanctuary Olonana – Contemporary glass-fronted suites on the Mara River; from US$ 1,200.
- Bateleur Camp (andBeyond) – Vintage luxury at the foot of the Oloololo escarpment; from US$ 1,100.
- Sala’s Camp – Intimate riverside camp, one of the first to see the migration; from US$ 1,000.
- Sand River Masai Mara (Elewana) – Colonial-style luxury tents with river views; from US$ 950.
- Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp – A classic tented camp with eco-chic flair; from US$ 900.
Premium & Classic Safari Lodges
Well-established lodges blending comfort with great locations — perfect for families and first-time safari-goers.
- Mara Serena Safari Lodge – Iconic hilltop property with sweeping savannah views; from US$ 350.
- Keekorok Lodge – Historic lodge in the heart of the reserve; from US$ 300.
- Fairmont Mara Safari Club – Set on a river bend teeming with hippos; from US$ 450.
- Mara Simba Lodge – Family-friendly lodge on the Talek River; from US$ 280.
- Fig Tree Camp – Known for hot air balloon safaris; from US$ 350.
- Mara Expedition Camp:where authentic safari experiences meet comfortable, tented accommodations
- Mara Intrepids Camp – Adventure-focused tented camp near major migration crossings; from US$ 400.
- Mara Explorer Camp – Smaller, more exclusive sister camp to Intrepids; from US$ 500.
- Basecamp Masai Mara – Eco-conscious, community-led lodge favored by explorers; from US$ 300.
- Tipilikwani Mara Camp – Comfortable riverside camp, great value for location; from US$ 350.
- Ashnil Mara Camp – Modern camp near the Mara River migration points; from US$ 400.
Boutique & Private Camps
Small, intimate retreats with strong community and conservation values.
- Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp – Iconic, award-winning camp with vintage safari style; from US$ 1,200.
- Cottar’s Bush Villa – Exclusive-use villa for families or groups; from US$ 5,000 (villa).
- Governors` Camp:-
- Governors’ Il Moran Camp
- Little Governors’ Camp
- Saruni Mara – Boutique lodge tucked into a forested valley; from US$ 700.
- Saruni Wild – Remote, 3-tent camp offering total seclusion; from US$ 650.
- Naibor Camp–
- Ngare Serian – Accessible by footbridge, unmatched privacy; from US$ 1,000.
- Serian ‘The Original’ – Alex Walker’s flagship bush camp; from US$ 950.
- Serian Nkorombo – An exclusive riverside camp in the heart of the reserve, known for its raw authenticity and outstanding predator action; from US$ 850.
- Richard’s River Camp – Romantic, family-run hideaway; from US$ 950.
- Offbeat Mara Camp – Simple, authentic camp in Mara North; from US$ 700.
- House in the Wild – Luxury eco-retreat on Enonkishu Conservancy; from US$ 800.
- Tangulia Mara Camp-The Best of the Luxury Masai Mara Camp!
- Leopard Hill (Saruni) – Starlit tents with retractable roofs in Ol Kinyei Conservancy; from US$ 850.
- Spirit of the Mara – Exclusive-use villa blending elegance with wildlife immersion; from US$ 1,000 (villa).
Conservancy Camps (Olare Motorogi, Naboisho, Ol Kinyei, Mara North)
Staying in a conservancy offers low vehicle density, exclusive access, and community-focused tourism.
- Porini Lion Camp (Olare Motorogi) – Excellent big cat sightings; from US$ 700.
- Porini Mara Camp (Ol Kinyei) – Intimate, eco-friendly safari experience; from US$ 650.
- Porini Cheetah Camp (Ol Kinyei) – Exclusive small camp focused on cheetah conservation; from US$ 700.
- Porini Bush Camp (Ol Kinyei) – Authentic tented safari experience; from US$ 650.
- Naboisho Camp (Asilia Africa) – Stylish safari camp with strong community ties; from US$ 850.
- Encounter Mara (Asilia Africa) – Eco-conscious and family-friendly; from US$ 750.
- Basecamp Eagle View (Naboisho) – Voted among the world’s best eco-lodges; from US$ 350.
- Karen Blixen Camp
- Kicheche Mara Camp (Mara North) – Well-loved for guiding and intimate atmosphere; from US$ 750.
- Kicheche Bush Camp (Olare Motorogi) – Small, luxury camp perfect for photographers; from US$ 800.
- Kicheche Valley Camp (Naboisho) – Spacious tented suites with great migration access; from US$ 850.
- Kicheche Wilderness Camp (Ol Kinyei) – Remote, classic safari camp; from US$ 700.
- Serenity Mara Legend Camp–