Mara River Camp

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

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Mara River Camp is located on the North West boundary of the Maasai Mara National Reserve overlooking the Mara River. It features a swimming pool and garden. Each tent features a patio with a view of the Mara River. It comes with a seating area and the private bathroom includes a shower. Mara’s in-house restaurant offers buffet meals. Bush breakfast, lunch and dinner is also served. Coffee, tea and snacks are provided at the camp before morning game drives, and guests can enjoy beverages on the evening game drives. The property offers daily activities at the camp for ground package rates. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The nearest airstrip for transfers to the camp is Kichwa Tembo.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ihsan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The all staff are so friendly, welcoming and helpful.”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location on the river was idyllic. Saw Hippo, crocs, Zebra, Giraffe, Mongoose, Gennet, Waterbuck and bushbabys either in the grounds itself or from the restaurant across the river! The staff were lovely and so attentive. The food was...”
Dushyant
India India
“Nicely appointed boutique camp. It's not inside Mara Conservancy, but not that far too. Location on the river is great”
Eva-maria
Germany Germany
“We had a great time at Mara River Camp and I can wholeheartedly recommend staying here. The camp has luxurious tents right on the Mara River - hippos, crocodiles and giraffes - to name just a few - can be observed right from your own terrace. But...”
Adam
Kenya Kenya
“Great staff, really friendly and helpful. The camp is well situated and lots of wildlife around.”
Liesbeth
Netherlands Netherlands
“Prachtige ligging aan de Mara river, met giraffes en olifanten aan de overkant. Fijn huisje, prima eten, aardige staf - vooral Eunice- en een fantastische onovertroffen game drive met Percy!”
Antonia
Germany Germany
“Ich bin sehr traurig diesen Ort zu verlassen, es ist eines der schönsten Orte an denen ich je war… Die Präsidentensuite ist mehr als atemberaubend, mit eigener Terasse, einem Wohnzimmer, einer Küche und Affen die einen am Morgen wecken, aber sehr...”
Stephanie
Germany Germany
“Die Lage ist einmalig, sehr schön eingerichtet, sehr freundliches Personal, wir blieben leider nur eine Nacht und hatten Regen, daher konnten wir den Pool nicht nutzen. Wir würden aber auf jeden Fall wiederkommen”
Catarina
Portugal Portugal
“Tudo. Localização para quem quer visitar o parque de masai Mara, a comida, a atenção do staff, o quarto incrível. Definitivamente um sítio a voltar!”
Becky
United States United States
“I have stayed at Mara River Camp before and I will continue to stay there every time I come to the Mara. The location is fabulous, so many animals right in the camp, and right on the River Mara. The food is amazing and the staff is amazing. ...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Mara River Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 02:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
US$190 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Park fees : Kindly note that gate park fees are only payable via CASH by guests at the gate on the days they go for game drives. Non Residents charges are USD 80 per adult per day and Residents charges are Kshs 1,200 per adult per day. Park fees is Valid for 24 HRS from the point of first entry.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mara River Camp in advance of your expected arrival time.

You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mara River Camp in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.