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Naboisho Camp

On the plains of the renowned Naboisho Conservancy, Encounter Mara sits near the border of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, and is host to the Big 5 and a plethora of vibrant wildlife. The landscape of the Naboisho Conservancy is a lush haven for animals, and its exclusivity makes for some of the most stunning game viewing in the region with a diminished human presence. The luxury tents of the camp are set in the heart of the Naboisho Conservancy, where tranquil privacy allows guests to recline in secluded luxury. Attentive staff are happy to tailor a unique experience for travellers visiting Encounter Mara, and are the backbone of the award-winning eco-camp.

Basecamp Masai Mara

Along the banks of the Talek River, Basecamp Masai Mara has made its home. Guests find their sanctum alongside this thriving ecosystem in the world famous Masai Mara. Frequent guests to the Talek River are the exhilarating copper tail and vervet monkeys of the Masai Mara, who never fail to entertain and delight with their primate wit, and invariably their indelible capacity for mischief! With over 286 species of bird nearby, guests are greeted by a symphonic dawn chorus each morning, commencing the day with the rejuvenating songs of the savannah. Guest tents are all fitted with bio-flush toilets and solar-heated safari showers, and feature a balcony overlooking the great Masai Mara reserve. King-sized or Double Twin beds come as standards in all of the basecamp’s tents, and the blend of African naturalism with carefully curated minimalist aesthetics make for a stylish and idiosyncratic inflection of the surrounding landscape.

Ngare Serian

Ngare Serian is the embodiment of the vision to bring the tranquillity of the original Serian camp to the banks of the Mara River, with ‘Ngare’ meaning ‘by the river’. Nestled within the private Mara North Conservancy with just 4 tents, you’re guaranteed a stay that brings exclusivity, relaxation and safari luxury to a new height. The moment you step across the rope bridge you feel as if you’re stepping into new world where all that matters is the sound of the river and the moment. Whether you’re with family or friends or going solo, you’ll find the perfect little hideaway where you can reconnect with nature and discover a newfound appreciation for the simpler delights of life on safari.

Saruni Mara

Saruni Mara Camp is a small boutique lodge in the heart of the private Mara North Conservancy (MNC), the only one of its kind in the Mara and is marked out by the vibrant character of its Italian owners. Combining its exclusive location and maximum of just 18 guests, you’re promised an authentic Maasai-led and undisturbed safari experience without any of the hassle that comes from high-density tourism. The MNC is home to all kinds of wildlife and you’re guaranteed viewings of an exceptional quality that not many camps can promise.

Angama Mara

Balanced on the verge of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, between heaven and earth, Angama Mara overlooks the vast plains of the Maasai Mara. This eagerly sought-out destination has everything one could possibly need for a perfect getaway – two separate and intimate camps, with 15 glass-fronted tented suites each, a private airfield and prime access to the Mara, custom-made safari days and all the warmth and hospitality that Kenya is known for. Angama Mara has an evocative power over its visitors, with guests having described a “dreamlike” feeling, a sense immediate connection, or of returning to somewhere they have never been. Reaching 300 metres above the Maasai Mara, Angama hangs in the balance of romantic escapism and authentic safari, nurturing a feeling of being where one is meant to be.

Mahali Mzuri

Mahali Mzuri is a luxury safari camp on the beautiful plains of Kenya, with a front-row seat within the private Olara Motorogi Conservancy. There are just 12 tents on the camp, each with its own expanse of land, so this is the perfect destination for a laid-back and secluded getaway. The camp can cater up to 24 guests at a time. Staying at Mahali Mzuri is a wonderful opportunity to see the Great Wildebeest Migration and other stars of Kenyan wildlife, including lions, giraffes, elephants, zebras, cheetahs and more.

Mara Expedition Camp

Mara Expedition Camp offers a chic, nostalgic and adventurous experience. It is unique to the industry and sits perfectly with the expert hospitality, specialised guiding and design that have become signature to the Great Plains Conservation. Guests visiting here will get the best of both safari worlds – the vibrant Maasai Mara ecosystem and the more private 70,000-acre Mara North Conservancy. The core of the camp’s ethos is the learning from and respecting of nature, where the Maasai Mara itself is the teacher. Unlike some other locations, there is a higher density of predators in the area so there is a constant reminder that the wilderness is not ours and must be respected at all times.

Governors’ Il Moran Camp

Il Moran is often considered to be the premiere camp of the Maasai Mara, with beautiful scenery, rich culture and the best wildlife viewing at your fingertips. Small and peaceful, it’s a fantastic destination for honeymooners, couples and those who are searching for a special and eco-conscious adventure. Il Moran Camp resides in the forest shade mirroring the flow of the Mara River, where hippos wallow happily. Recently refurbished in 2018, this Silver Eco award-winning camp is ideal for those seeking a little extra luxury. Il Moran has been kept small to hold on to that cosy intimate feel, with just 10 canvas tents hidden under the ancient trees, lining the winding banks of the Mara River

Richard’s Camp

Richard’s River Camp was initially established as owners Richard and Liz’s “home from home” in 2006 but Richard’s family have lived in Kenya since the late 1940s and his father was involved in forming the Ol Choro Oiroua Conservancy, which was where Richard grew up from the age of 3. On her various travels, Liz has brought back beautiful fabrics and furniture to decorate the camp, really giving that personal touch that’ll make guests feel right at home. The Camp offers a luxury camp experience in the heart of the Maasai Mara. With just 7 tents, it’s a prime location for those with privacy and peace and quiet in mind. A permanent water supply is provided by the Ngoyanai springs, attracting cohorts of animals to the camp’s surroundings. The River Camp is newer than its sister location, the Forest Camp, promising facilities that are more modern and contemporary.

Little Governors’ Camp

Little Governors’ Camp is an intimate setting that has won the hearts of its guests time and time again, with arguably the best safari atmosphere of all the Governors’ Camps. The camp can only be reached by boat and a forest walk, and animals, including a resident warthog family can roam freely, so that guests are truly removed from civilisation is never in question. The 17 recently renovated guest tents are tucked away on the forest’s edge overlooking the much visited watering hole, bringing the wilds right to your door. The experience at Governors’ Private Camp is founded on tranquillity, intimacy and a connection with nature. Its wonderful location made it the top choice for the BBC’s “Big Cat Diaries” filming and remains a prime spot to witness Big Cats to this day, with really high chances of seeing lions, leopards and cheetahs.

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