Best Hotels & Lodges

Tangulia Ndogo is a tented safari camp situated on private land on the Western boundary of the Mara Reserve. It is located a short distance from Tangulia Mara camp and is booked on an exclusive use basis with a minimum requirement of four guests for two nights. Its location allows easy access for game drives around the Musiara Marsh, the short grass plains and Rhino Ridge in the Mara Reserve; or across the Mara River bridge into the Mara Triangle west of the river. Both areas are rich in biodiversity and offer prime wildlife and big cat viewing; and, during the migration, ready access to some of the main river-crossing sites.

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.

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.

Sarabi Wild is a community-based luxury guest house in the heart of famous Masai Mara, designed, built and operated by local community members with the aim of improving community welfare and supporting conservation efforts. Sarabi Lodge is perfect for families, small groups or guests seeking exclusivity, comfort and privacy.

“Entumoto” means “meeting point” in Maa, and that’s exactly what this place is — where the hills meet the plains, and where people come together to share the magic of the Mara. It’s an intimate, family-run camp where you’re welcomed as a friend, surrounded by wilderness, warmth, and a deep love for nature.

Manzili Mara offers an intimate escape on the Siria Escarpment, overlooking the Maasai Mara and Northern Serengeti. With curated interiors, treetop decks, and vast views, it offers a sanctuary for those seeking immersion, privacy, and the rhythm of slow safari travel.

Tucked along the banks of the Njageteck River in Mara North Conservancy, Hemingways River Camp is the sort of place that safari dreams are made of. With just eight canvas havens, this is intimate safari at its finest – where hippos grunt their morning hellos from the water and leopards occasionally stroll past your veranda. The camp has that magical combination of barefoot luxury and genuine bush authenticity. Whether you're tracking the resident lion pride with expert Maasai guides, enjoying sundowners while elephants drink at the springs, or simply listening to the symphony of the wild from your private deck, this is safari as personal as it gets.

The family run Mara Camp is set up on the banks of the beautiful Mara River in the shade of the unique riverine forest and on the edge of Paradise Plains. Located in the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Strategically positioned to have access to both the main Masai Mara National Reserve and the Mara Triangle.

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.