The Luxury Tented Camps in Masai Mara Offer Unsurpassed Elegance and Opulence

There is such a thing as luxury tented camps in Masai Mara. And don't let this strange categorization mislead you...

These tented camps are far more luxurious than the country's 5-star hotels. And, because they are located in the middle of the African bush, they are the best places to experience that clichéd "out of Africa" feeling.

The high-end Masai Mara lodges are located either within or just outside the Masai Mara National Reserve. Don't be deterred by the location though. There is no fence around the reserve so animals roam freely and there are countless Mara animals both within and outside the reserve.

These accommodations are priced in US dollars per person per day (pppd) and range from US$ 350 pppd to US$ 900 pppd depending on the tented camp and season.

So, here's the primer on the exclusive and luxury tented camps in Masai Mara...

Exclusive Tented Camps in Masai Mara

The exclusive tented camps in Masai Mara sit at the apex of the accommodations pyramid. These are great for splurging on an anniversary or a milestone birthday. The price tag? Over US$ 500 pppd.

• Cottars 1920s Safari Camp is located well off-the-beaten-track on a pristine secluded 250,000 acre concession near the Masai Mara National Reserve.

• Governors Private Camp can be booked by individual clients, or by small parties of up to 16 people, who want an intimate luxury camp to themselves.

• Governors Il Moran is situated within the Mara Reserve along the banks of the Mara River. The camp, which is concealed by century old trees, comprises just 10 tents situated along the Mara River banks.

• Although the Little Governors Camp is located within the Mara Reserve, it can only be reached by boat and a walk through a forest. Its 17 tents' generous decks provide unpredictable scenes - elephant, giraffe or buffalo herds drinking at the adjacent waterhole.

• Governors Camp, situated within the Mara Reserve is the epitome of luxury, delicious cuisine and personal service. The décor of its 37 en suite tents cements the bush feel while the tents provide commanding views over the Mara plains.

• Rekero Camp occupies a strategic location within Masai Mara National Reserve, close to the confluence of the Mara and Talek rivers.

• The Serian bush camp is a welcome respite from a fast-paced city life. It is set in the heart of wild Africa along a quiet valley by the Mara River and offers the opportunity to experience a safari in grandeur.

Luxury Tented Camps in Masai Mara

The luxury tented camps in Masai Mara charge US$ 350-499 pppd. Although no where as exclusive as the accommodations in the top tier, they are still a good place to go if you want to be doted on. These offer a lot more elegance than the lower tier Masai Mara lodges.

• Elephant Pepper Camp is located in the Koiyaki conservancy near the game reserve. In order to preserve the environment, it is dismantled for 3 months each year. Its 8 en suite tents are spacious and quiet.

• Entim Safari Camp is a small, luxury tented camp in the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve. Its 5 camps accommodate just 10 guests, ensuring that the guests are doted on throughout their stay. It is located on a prime site as the annual wildebeest migration takes place only minutes away.

• Located within the Mara Reserve, Ilkeliani is nestled on the edge of the Talek River and overlooks the vast Mara plains. Its 15 tents are secluded, affording its guests lots of privacy and personal service.

• Impiripiri Camp is located in Ol Derkesi on a remote private concession just outside the reserve. As an eco-friendly camp, the camp relies solely on solar energy. So rather than generator noise, it is nature's sounds that reign supreme in the camp.

• Leleshwa Camp is situated on 20,000 private acres in the Siana Conservancy near the Mara reserve. It is set amidst picturesque hills and rolling plains and its 6 en suite tents are tastefully appointed.

• Perched on a quiet spot in Olorien overlooking the endless Masai Mara plains, Mara West Camp provides its guests with a memorable luxury wilderness safari.

• Ol Seki Camp is located in the Koiyaki conservancy close to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Accommodations consist of 8 secluded tents that offer sweeping views over the Mara and an abundance of wildlife.

• The Naibor Camp is located in a riverine forest within the Mara Reserve and just 20 minutes from the scene of the wildebeest migration spectacle. The camp's dinner under the stars is especially memorable.

• Located in Ol Choro Oirua, Richards Camp creatively fuses traditional African safari styles with contemporary conveniences. Each of the 8 tents features a private bathroom with a flush toilet. The camp's sumptuous meals are often served under the open blue skies.

• The Royal Mara Safari Lodge is located on an island peninsula in the Koiyaki Conservancy. It is surrounded by the Mara River on three fronts. One of highlights at the camp is having breakfast or lunch in the company of 100 odd resident hippos.

• Located within the peerless Masai Mara, the Sala's Camp, with just 7 tents, is hidden under a shaded forest. The site of the annual wildebeest migration is a short drive away. Only organic food is served and is in true African safari-style, cooked over an open flame.

• Saruni Camp is located in the private Lemek conservancy close to the Masai Mara National Reserve.The 6 well-appointed cottages can only accommodate 12 guests so this camp is intimate and luxurious.

If you are looking for mid-range and budget accommodations, be sure to check out the Masai Mara lodges page.

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