Set amid a grove of acacia trees in the Masai Mara Game Reserve this rustic camp draws inspiration from intrepid explorers of a by-gone area.
Situated on private land Mara Expeditions Camp has access to some of the region’s best wildlife. Reflecting the ambience and adventure of the early explorers the whole camp is under canvas, shaded by large African ebony trees and decorated with beautiful pieces of campaign furniture.
Intimate and secluded the camp has just 5 spacious canvas tents, ideal for travellers who are after a peaceful yet adventurous experience and love the feel of East Africa’s romantic safari era. Each light and airy tent has either a double or twin beds, sits on a slightly raised deck and has its own ensuite bathroom fitted with double brass basins and a huge brass safari shower. Hot water is provided on demand for showers whilst a thermos of hot water is always available at the vanities. Run by an impressive solar farm, the camp does have 24-hour electricity and there are British three-pin power points in each tent.
Mara Expedition Camp’s central lounge and dining area provide a perfect place to relax after a morning’s safari or to enjoy an after-dinner drink. For convenience there is tea and coffee station in the central tent while the outdoor fire pit is the ideal spot to chat with fellow travellers and reflect on the day’s adventures. Dinner is a romantic affair, either under canvas or under the stars, lit by candles or lanterns, and with delicious meals prepared by the talented camp chef.
The camp also has two complimentary professional Canon camera sets available and a limited number of binoculars for guests to use on a first-come basis during their stay. Though a more adventurous camp, guests at Mara Expedition Camp can expect some of the highest levels of both service and guiding within Kenya.
Daily activities
Daily activities centre on morning and afternoon game drives in open-sided Land Cruisers, however guests can choose to go on full-day game drives and take a picnic breakfast and picnic lunch with them. The camp is locally famous for its resident leopards while game drives traverse the rolling plains home to iconic wildlife including lions, cheetah, wildebeest and zebra. In peak season, the camp is ideally positioned to witness the sensational annual wildebeest and zebra migration. Mara Expeditions Camp has access to both the Masai Mara Reserve and the more private, 70,000-acre Mara North Conservancy. Safari-goers also have the option of enjoying a magical hot-air balloon safari over the Masai Mara or visiting a local Maasai village or school (both additional cost).
Highlights
- Hidden in a grove of acacia trees in the 70,000 acre Mara North Conservancy
- Just five light and airy guest tents
- Camp décor inspired by exploration travel of a by-gone era
- Opportunities for full-day game drives and night drives
- Excellent food & service
- An intimate camp with an “adventurous” feel
Activities
- Early morning and late afternoon game drives in an open 4WD vehicle
- Night drive safaris
- Local village visits
- Hot air balloon flights *
*Some activities at extra cost
Getting there
Fly from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to Ol Kiombo airstrip, approximately a 1h 15 minute flight. Mara Expedition Camp is a 45-minute drive from the airstrip offering plenty of chances to discover wildlife on your way to camp.
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Accommodation in the Masai Mara
Below are some of our preferred tented camps and safari lodges in the Masai Mara. Please contact us to tailor accommodation options to suit the style of your trip and your budget.
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