Mara Serena Safari Lodge: Panoramic Luxury in the Masai Mara!

Perched high on a hill with sweeping 360-degree views of the savannah, Mara Serena Safari Lodge offers one of the most breathtaking settings in Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve. From sunrise to sunset, this vantage point reveals an ever-changing canvas of wildlife and wilderness — elephants crossing the plains, lions resting in the shade, and the thundering herds of the Great Migration from June through October.

Designed to echo the traditional Maasai manyatta (homestead), the lodge blends seamlessly into the landscape, combining local artistry with modern comfort. Each stay here is more than a safari; it’s a timeless connection to nature, culture, and Kenya’s heritage of hospitality.

Accommodation

Mara Serena Safari Lodge features 74 guest rooms, including Deluxe Rooms and family units, each carefully crafted to balance comfort with authenticity. The interiors are inspired by Maasai motifs — earthy tones, hand-painted murals, and richly textured fabrics — while large private verandas open out to dramatic views of the Mara River and rolling grasslands below.

Every room includes:

En-suite bathroom with hot showers
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Air conditioning and ceiling fans
Mosquito-netted beds
Private balcony with panoramic wilderness views

The lodge also offers a Swimming Pool overlooking the plains, a Spa & Wellness Centre for massages and beauty treatments, a Gift Shop, and a Main Dining Room serving local and international cuisine prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Evenings at the Mara Bar & Lounge are a highlight — perfect for sundowners as the sun dips behind the escarpment.

Guests can also request romantic bush dinners, private breakfasts by the hippo pool, or sundowner cocktails in scenic wilderness locations.

Activities and Experiences

Every day at Mara Serena Safari Lodge promises adventure, discovery, and unforgettable memories.

1. Game Drives:
Enjoy twice-daily guided game drives in open-sided 4×4 vehicles. The Maasai Mara is home to the “Big Five” — lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo — as well as cheetah, hyena, giraffe, zebra, and countless plains game.

2. The Great Migration (June–October):
Witness the world’s most spectacular wildlife phenomenon as over a million wildebeest and zebra cross the Mara River, pursued by predators in dramatic scenes of survival.

3. Balloon Safaris:
Take to the skies at dawn for a hot air balloon safari, followed by a champagne breakfast on the plains — a once-in-a-lifetime perspective on the Mara.

4. Nature Walks:
Guided bush walks with the lodge’s naturalist offer insight into the smaller wonders of the Mara ecosystem — birds, tracks, insects, and medicinal plants.

5. Maasai Cultural Visits:
Experience authentic Maasai village life through guided cultural interactions that celebrate traditions, songs, and the art of beadwork.

6. Hippo Pool Breakfast:
A signature Serena experience where guests dine beside the river, surrounded by the sounds of hippos and birds — a magical start to the day.

7. Spa and Wellness:
After a day of exploration, unwind at the Maisha Spa, offering massages, aromatherapy, and wellness treatments inspired by African botanicals.

2026 Full Board Rates (Per Double Room, USD)

Season	Date Range	Double Room (Per Night)
High Season	2nd January – 28th February	$438
Green Season	1st March – 31st May	$336
High Season	1st June – 15th June	$438
Peak Season	16th June – 30th September	$860
High Season	1st October – 22nd December	$438
Peak Season	23rd December – 1st January	$860
Easter Period	3rd – 6th April 2026	$408

All rates are quoted in US Dollars per double room per night, based on Full Board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).

Mara Serena Safari Lodge Rates

Residents Rates

2nd Jan. to 28th Feb. & 1st June to 30th June 2025			1st March to 31st May 2025
ACCOMMODATION Full Board per night	Double	Single	Double	Single
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge	35,500.00	23,000.00	32,500.00	21,500.00
Mara Serena Safari Lodge	39,000.00	25,500.00	36,000.00	24,000.00
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge	31,000.00	19,500.00	28,000.00	18,000.00
Kilaguni Deluxe Wing	33,500.00	22,000.00	30,500.00	20,500.00
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Sunday – Thursday	34,500.00	22,500.00	31,500.00	21,000.00
Friday – Saturday	38,000.00	26,000.00	35,000.00	24,500.00
Sweetwaters – Morani Wing
Sunday – Thursday	40,500.00	25,500.00	37,500.00	24,000.00
Friday – Saturday	44,000.00	29,000.00	41,000.00	27,500.00
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
Sunday – Thursday	44,000.00	31,000.00	41,000.00	29,500.00
Friday – Saturday	47,000.00	34,000.00	44,000.00	32,500.00

Supplements:

Easter supplement: Kshs. 3,500.00 per person per day to apply from 18th April to 21st April, 2025.
- Suite: Mara, Kilaguni, Amboseli, Ksh. 12,000.00 per Suite per day.
- Suite: Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp Ksh. 20,000 per Suite per day.
- Family room/ Morani Family tent supplement – Amboseli & Sweetwaters

– Ksh. 5,000.00 per night.

Sweetwaters Waterhole View Tents – Ksh. 2,500 per room per night

Child and Room Occupancy Policy

Children under 3 years of age are not allowed at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp.
Children under 5 years stay complimentary at all Serena Properties.
Children aged 6–12 years, sharing with an adult or in their own room, pay 50% of the adult rate.
Children aged 13–17 years, sharing with an adult or in their own room, pay 75% of the adult rate.
Single Room Rate: 75% of the Double Room Rate.
Third Adult in a Triple Room: 50% of the Double Room Rate.

Combine Mara Serena with Other Serena Safari Lodges

Create a seamless Kenya safari experience through the Serena Safari Circuit — a curated journey linking Kenya’s most iconic destinations:

Begin your adventure in the wild beauty of Sweetwaters Serena Camp located in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to the last two northern white rhinos.
Continue to Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, where elephants roam beneath Africa’s tallest peak.
Discover the volcanic landscapes of Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge in Tsavo West, one of Kenya’s oldest and most dramatic parks.
End your journey in serenity at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp a tranquil retreat overlooking a flamingo-lined Rift Valley lake.

Each property complements the other — together offering an unmatched blend of wildlife, scenery, and Serena hospitality across Kenya.

Why Choose Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Located within the Maasai Mara National Reserve
Ideal vantage point for the Great Migration
Authentic Maasai design and décor
Signature bush dining and scenic sundowners
Integration within the Serena Kenya Safari Circuit

Full Board Accommodation

Child Policy:

Children under 5 years are on complimentary stay basis.
Children 6-12 years sharing with an adult or in own room 50% of adult per person rate.
Young Adults 13-17 years in their own room pay 75% of adult per person rate.
One Adult sharing with a child, the adult pays half twin rate, and the child pays 75% of the half twin rate.

Ground Package Children’s Policy:

Children under 4 years- Free of Charge.
Children between 5 and 12 years- 75% of the per person rate applicable.
Over 12 years will pay full package.

Savor the Serene Beauty

After days filled with discovery, retire to the tranquil lodge. Whether you seek adventure, relaxation, or cultural enrichment, Mara Serena Safari Lodge promises an unforgettable stay amidst the wild grandeur of Africa.

Discover our various safari packages and plan your visit to Mara Serena Safari Lodge today.