Masai Mara Accommodation

Masai Mara accommodation by region:

Centre Stage

Many travellers choose to be situated in the heart of the reserve - and there is plenty of Masai Mara accommodation there. Popular and somewhat commercial, these lodges cater for large numbers of people on a Masai Mara safari holiday and the plain fact is that you are going to see a number of other vehicles on game drives.

Don't let that put you off however - these central Masai Mara accommodation choices are here for a reason: they are slap-bang at the epicentre of the Masai Mara's best game viewing region and are smaller and more intimate than you might think.

We'd recommend the stylish Naibor Luxury Camp, the perfectly located Rekero Camp or the traditional charms of Sala's Camp.

Northern Privacy

For those seeking more solitude and privacy, a stay at one of the lodges just north of the reserve's northern boundary in a private concession is certainly more exclusive but it should be noted that there are smaller concentrations of wildlife.

We'd recommend the stunning location of Olonana, the exclusivity of Kichwa Tembo Bateleur Camp or the colonial comforts of the Elephant Pepper Camp.

Eastern Easy

The outlying lodges along the eastern boundary provide fairly large-scale Masai Mara accommodation and are the lodges closest to Nairobi. These lodges are generally used by those travelling on an overland adventure or a mobile safari - a perfect location for tired and dusty travellers arriving by road, but expect relatively high numbers of people.

We'd recommend the family-friendly Siana Springs Intrepids Lodge or the peaceful seclusion of Leleshwa Tented Camp.

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