Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp

The focus at Kati Kati is on full-day drives, and most guests are out exploring every corner of the beautiful landscape from dawn until dusk. As a result, there's no lounge tent as such, but guests gather around the campfire in the evening for a pre-dinner aperitif and to swap notes on the day's activities. There's also a dining room tent, with tables both inside and out, and with excellent views over the plains.

There are only 10 tented suites at Kati Kati, and it certainly never feels crowded. The tents simple and spacious, with wrought-iron beds, small writing desks and some hanging space at the back for your khakis. Each also has a private en-suite bathroom with a bucket shower, wash basin and toilet, and electricity is provided by solar panels. There's also one family tent with space for two adults and two children.

In the morning, enjoy an hour on safari in a hot air balloon in the clear blue African sky with the savannah sweeping down below your feet - and then of course, the picnic breakfast to toast your arrival back to earth! Game drives depart early morning or afternoon, and last 2 to 3 hours. It's also well worth a visit to a traditional Maasai village where you might speak with the community, taste locally-made beer and join in with the day's activities.