Best hotels in Masai Mara

You will find Zebra Plains Mara Camp in Maasai Game Reserve, home to lion, cheetah, elephant, hippo, and giraffe, among many other incredible species. Photographers flock to this corner of the world, famous for its fantastic game-viewing opportunities and for the chance to witness the annual Great Migration. The camp has the best views of the open plains of the Mara and is frequently visited by wildlife. The camp’s hospitality and unique setting are the perfect formula for a memorable safari adventure. The tents are well-equipped with hot and cold water, mosquito nets, and deck chairs. Watch the wildlife from the comfort of your verandah.

In a world where luxury often feels generic and contrived, Paradise Plains offers a refreshing escape. Paradise Plains is more than just a camp — it’s an invitation to experience the wild in its purest form, wrapped in the embrace of unparalleled elegance. Join in for an adventure that harmonizes nature, comfort, and elegance, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Tucked away in the serene northwestern plains of the Mara Triangle within the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve, ELATIA—meaning “The Good Neighbour” in Maa—is an exclusive luxury tented camp featuring sixteen spacious tents. Elegantly positioned along the breathtaking Oloololo Escarpment, ELATIA offers an unmatched blend of seclusion, style, and sweeping views of the savannah. Easily accessible and set atop the rolling hills of the Mara Triangle, ELATIA provides guests with indulgent comforts, personalized service, and immersive wilderness experiences designed to connect you with the magic of the Maasai Mara ecosystem. The camp boasts stunning views over the Mara River, world-renowned for the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration that takes place between July and September.

Oltepesi Tented Safari Camp is an eco safari camp located in Mara North Conservancy which borders on Maasai Mara National Reserve. The primary focus at Oltepesi is wildlife photography and the camp is dedicated to both professional and keen amateur wildlife photographers, offering experienced guides, unique opportunities, and specially modified off-road vehicles best for capturing the breathtaking wildlife. Located in a genuine Maasai village, guests can experience this proud people and their ancient culture from the inside. Sustainable and ethical, Oltepesi Camp provides an adventure that benefits both wildlife and local communities.

Tucked into riverine forest on the banks of the Mara River, this owner-run seasonal camp delivers one of Kenya's most authentic safari experiences. With just eight tents hidden amongst the trees in the famed Musiara Marsh area (yes, the location where BBC's Big Cat Diaries was filmed), you're guaranteed big cat sightings and a properly intimate atmosphere. Owners Peter and Wendy Twycross have crafted something refreshingly personal here - think campaign furniture that channels old-school safari romance, silverware-and-linen breakfasts perched above the river, and silver-rated Maasai guides who'll tailor each day to your whims. The hippos provide nightly entertainment from the water below.

The third jewel in the Loirien Mara crown, Naika Villa nestles south of the main Loirien Villa on the Oloololo Escarpment within the private Partakilat Conservancy. This 225-square-metre sanctuary offers two-bedroom privacy with all the trimmings: dedicated staff team, private safari vehicle, resident chef, and those sweeping Mara Triangle views that never get old. Floor-to-ceiling windows dissolve the boundaries between your villa and the wilderness, whilst a private infinity pool, fireplace-warmed sitting room, and both indoor and outdoor dining spaces let you tailor each day to your mood. Named in Maasai tradition like its sister villas, Naika delivers ultra-exclusive safari living where game drives run on your schedule and the northern white rhino sanctuary sits right on your doorstep.

Basecamp Wilderness is a nostalgic tribute to the safaris of the early explorers and safari pioneers. Free from artificial luxury and modern disturbances and providing the perfect escape close to nature with optimal tranquillity and stunning sunrise views, Basecamp Wilderness is how safaris and safari camps were meant to be. Tucked away deep inside the “Saddle Valley” in the heart of Mara Naibosho Conservancy, one of the most beautiful and important wildlife areas in Kenya and the centre of a successful conservation experiment led by Maasai landowners and investors, the 5 tents allow for complete privacy and ultimate views of the savannah. The dining tent offers a romantic sitting area with comfortable leather chairs, carefully selected reading materials and a vintage gramophone It is just you, the Maasai, the wildlife and the stars.