Top Masai Mara Lodges & Camps
The Masai Mara National Reserve and its surrounding conservancies offer a plethora of accommodation choices. Whether you prefer designer lodges elevated above the landscape or family-friendly tented camps, you’re sure to discover the ideal Masai Mara safari lodge to suit your needs.
Utilize the table of content below to explore accommodation options that fit your budget. Detailed rates are available on each lodge’s description page. You can also look for accommodation within the Masai Mara National Reserve or explore accommodations in the Mara conservancies.
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Basecamp Wilderness
Lodge location Mara Naboisho Conservancy
Explore Basecamp Wilderness, an eco-friendly luxury retreat situated in Naboisho. Enjoy authentic safari experiences, sustainable practices, and community-driven conservation efforts in one of Kenya’s most stunning locales. Reconnect with nature in an unparalleled way.
from US$ 399 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Mahali Mzuri
lodge location OLARE MOTOROGI
Experience elevated glamping in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy, located at the northern boundary of the Masai Mara National Reserve. With just twelve safari tents, Mahali Mzuri provides an exclusive bush experience free from the usual tourist crowds.
from US$ 1,100 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Basecamp Adventure
lodge location MASAI MARA NEAR TALEK GATE
Immerse yourself in eco-luxury at Basecamp Adventure, located near Talek Gate in Masai Mara. Our budget-friendly tents offer breathtaking views and serve as a gateway to exhilarating wildlife adventures and Maasai cultural experiences. Embrace the spirit of adventure and sustainability.
from US$ 249 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Richard's River Camp
lodge location MARA NORTH
Nestled along the lush banks of the Ntiakatek River, Richard’s River Camp is one of the region’s most exclusive safari camps. The welcoming staff at Richard’s Camp will ensure your Masai Mara safari is unforgettable.
from US$ 985 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Mara Expedition Camp
lodge location MASAI MARA
Mara Expedition Camp features five spacious and airy tented suites, set among a grove of African ebony trees. Each tent includes an en-suite bathroom and a charming hot-water brass safari shower, combining simplicity with safari chic.
from US$ 835 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Little Governors' Camp
lodge location MASAI MARA
Enjoy candlelit dinners, luxurious safari tents, and the warm hospitality of Maasai guides and camp staff at Little Governors’ Camp. This camp offers every creature comfort, plus its own waterhole bustling with wildlife.
from US$ 495 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Basecamp Masai Mara
lodge location MASAI MARA NEAR TALEK GATE
A leader in sustainable eco-tourism, this riverside camp is located on the border of the Masai Mara National Reserve. Ideal for families and couples, Basecamp Masai Mara offers a mid-sized tented community. Did we mention the Obamas visited in 2006?
from US$ 249 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Governors' Camp
lodge location MASAI MARA
Renowned as one of the most popular camps in the Masai Mara, Governors’ Camp provides a serene and traditional tented experience with uninterrupted views of the Mara’s natural beauty, allowing guests to enjoy the expansive Kenyan plains.
from US$ 412 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Saruni Eagle View Camp
lodge location NABOISHO
Set on a high vantage point, Eagle View Camp offers nine spacious tents, with expansive views over miles of lush greenery, a haven for Kenya’s large animals and birds. This mid-range camp provides a comfortable yet thrilling safari experience.
from US$ 399 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Ol Seki Hemingway's Mara Camp
lodge location NABOISHO
This stunning private tented camp is located in one of Kenya’s wildest regions. Each of the ten tented suites at Ol Seki Hemingway’s offers a breathtaking 270-degree view of the Mara Plains, complemented by warm Kenyan hospitality and a bespoke safari experience.
from US$ 694 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
lodge location MARA TRIANGLE
Situated on the lush banks of the Saparingo River, &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp combines Kenyan hospitality with Maasai-inspired luxury. It lies at the edge of the Oloololo escarpment, where riverine forests meet the expansive plains of the Masai Mara.
from US$ 435 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp
lodge location MARA NORTH
Tucked away in a grove of fig and elephant pepper trees, Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp offers an intimate and exclusive escape. Ideally located in a wildlife hotspot, it serves as the perfect base for adventurous safari activities in Kenya.
from US$ 600 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Mara Kempinski
lodge location OLARE MOTOROGI
Discover unparalleled luxury at Mara Kempinski, situated in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy. This exclusive camp offers spacious tents, bespoke safari adventures, and stunning views, ensuring a memorable escape into the heart of the Greater Masai Mara.
from US$ 919 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Sala's Camp
lodge location MASAI MARA
Located in the southernmost reaches of the Mara, near Tanzania, Sala’s Camp provides a remote atmosphere with just seven spacious tents, offering the feeling of staying at your own private game reserve.
from US$ 1,259 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Saruni Mara
lodge location MARA NORTH
Saruni Mara is a unique, intimate, and deluxe safari lodge, with each cottage stylishly furnished according to a theme. Choose from cottages like the Love Shack, the Photographer’s Studio, the Observatory, and the Natural History Suite.
from US$ 500 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Elewana Sand River Camp
lodge location MASAI MARA
Situated in one of the most remote parts of the Mara, Sand River Camp pays tribute to romantic 1920s safaris. Its design evokes the spirit of African adventure-themed Hollywood movies from that era.
from US$ 670 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
&Beyond Bateleur Camp
lodge location MARA TRIANGLE
Comprising two intimate camps, each with its own refreshing infinity pool and nine elegant tented suites, &Beyond Bateleur Camp offers a luxurious oasis on the fringes of a dense Kenyan forest at the foot of the Oloololo Escarpment.
from US$ 1,150 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
lodge location MARA TRIANGLE
Mara Serena Safari Lodge is perfect for those seeking a blend of safari adventure with a village hotel vibe. As the largest safari property in the region, it is modeled after local mud-hut villages and offers hotel luxuries like a swimming pool and bar.
from US$ 329 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Sanctuary Olonana Safari Lodge
lodge location MARA TRIANGLE
Sanctuary Olonana serves as an exclusive hideaway where families and couples retreat from the outside world. With a swimming pool and glass-sided suites for optimal game viewing, Olonana provides guests an immersive safari experience away from everyday pressures.
from US$ 914 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Serian Nkorombo Mobile Camp
lodge location MASAI MARA
A mobile tented camp by the riverside, Nkorombo is part of the Serian group known for its serenity and exclusivity. Nestled in the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve, Nkorombo is ideally positioned for an awe-inspiring African adventure.
from US$ 917 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Offbeat Mara Camp
lodge location MARA NORTH
Located beside the Olare Orak River, Offbeat Mara Camp boasts some of the best wildlife viewing spots in the Mara North Conservancy, allowing guests to experience life in the untamed African wilderness.
from US$ 519 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Karen Blixen Camp
lodge location MARA NORTH
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the pristine African wilderness at Karen Blixen Camp, where vibrant Kenyan traditions meet the golden hues of the Serengeti-Masai Mara. This is the place to dream, live, and love to your heart’s content.
from US$ 460 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Kicheche Valley Camp
lodge location NABOISHO
Situated within a shaded acacia woodland in the Naboisho Conservancy, Kicheche Valley Camp is a haven where giraffes and elephants roam daily, offering an exquisite place to stay.
from US$ 835 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Angama Mara
lodge location MARA TRIANGLE
While many safari lodges offer lovely views, Angama Mara’s vista is truly exceptional. Perched high atop the Oloololo Escarpment, it overlooks the breathtaking Mara plains. This camp features luxurious glass-fronted safari tents and exceptional hospitality.
from US$ 1,650 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Ngare Serian
lodge location MARA NORTH
Located in the Mara North Conservancy, Ngare Serian benefits from its position in a 1,500-acre exclusive conservation area. This safari camp features a unique treehouse known as ‘The Nest’, perfect for an unforgettable sleep-out or treetop picnic.
from US$ 1,074 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Rekero Camp
lodge location MASAI MARA
Rekero Camp is an idyllic retreat in the Masai Mara National Reserve, featuring nine spacious safari tents nestled among trees along the Talek River. Each tent includes a front-deck daybed for relaxing and watching zebras stroll by the river.
from US$ 709 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Kicheche Mara Camp
odge location MARA NORTH
With fewer vehicles and less fuss, Kicheche Mara Camp offers a more memorable safari experience with abundant wildlife. This small-scale, well-designed bush camp in the heart of Mara North features only eight comfortable safari tents, providing guests with an intimate experience.
from US$ 589 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Porini Cheetah Camp
lodge location OL KINYEI
Porini Cheetah Camp is one of the smaller, more intimate Masai Mara safari camps located in the exclusive Ol Kinyei Conservancy. The camp offers an authentic safari feel with all the modern conveniences expected on a safari holiday.
from US$ 559 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Serian - The Original
lodge location MARA NORTH
Known for its remote location and intimate atmosphere, Serian – The Original provides a tranquil retreat in a fairy-tale setting. Guests can spend the night in spacious safari tents and embark on epic game drives in an area rich with wildlife.
from US$ 924 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Governors' Il Moran
lodge location MASAI MARA
Governors’ Il Moran Camp offers luxurious safari accommodations that have attracted the makers of BBC wildlife documentaries like Big Cat Diaries. Enjoy plush sofas and candlelit dinners while witnessing extraordinary wildlife sightings in the area.
from US$ 647 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Mara Plains Camp
lodge location OLARE MOTOROGI
Mara Plains Camp provides an intimate safari hideaway in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich regions. With a focus on luxury and authenticity, this camp in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy offers a secluded, opulent experience with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
from US$ 1,445 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
Porini Mara Camp
lodge location OL KINYEI
Porini Mara Camp is a warm and inviting eco-camp located along the banks of the Ole Sabukiye River in the private Ol Kinyei Conservancy. It features six traditional yet comfortable safari tents, a resident lion pride, hospitable staff, and outstanding local Maasai guide.
From from US$ 559 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
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