Overview

Encounter Mara is a luxury, tented camp located in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy, which is part of Kenya's famous Masai Mara ecosystem. The design of the camp is eco-friendly and consists of a central lounge tent with a view over a salt-lick, and an outdoor relaxation area. Go on game drives in the Masai Mara, with the camp's own expertly trained and knowledgeable Maasai guides.

Depending on the time you choose to visit, you may also see the annual Wildebeest Migration in the Mara, although this area is great for year-round wildlife viewing and offers excellent sightings. The Mara Naboisho Conservancy offers a high density of wildlife and a low density of other tourists, making for a truly memorable safari away from the crowds.

Highlights

Located in the private Naibosho Conservancy - no crowds
Beautiful views over the plains - see the Migration in season
Unique activities - bush walks & night drives with local Masai guides
Working with the local community to protect their heritage
Spacious tents with views - positioned long ways forward
Child friendly camp with kids' safari activities (only for ages 5 and older)

Activities

Bird watching
Game drives
Local village visits
Night drives
Star gazing
4x4 Drives
Bush dining
Children's activities
Full-day safaris
Hot air ballooning
Picnics
Sundowners

A simple, yet spacious and elegant tented camp with the scent of fresh flowers in every space, overlooking vast plains and a small salt lick attracting resident willdlife.

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Rooms

Luxury Tent

Encounter Mara offers luxurious and spacious tents. Each of the tents is constructed from canvas and natural materials, and features king, twin or triple beds.

The elegant tents feature handmade furniture, and a private veranda with table, chairs, lounger and a hammock where you can relax and admire the lovely view. The large bathrooms feature a canvas shower and flush toilet.

Facilities

When you’re not out exploring this remarkable wilderness, relax in the beautifully decorated lounge tent or in the outside relaxation area where you can enjoy the view and a cold drink beside a crackling camp fire.

Dining

All meals at Encounter Mara are fully inclusive. Enjoy a wake-up call with freshly prepared coffee or tea, and a selection of breakfast pastries, followed by a light continental breakfast consisting of rusks, fruit, cereals and fresh muffins.

At around 11 am, delight in a delicious brunch of wholesome food, including quiche, healthy salads, homemade bread, fresh fruit, cold meat and eggs made to order. Enjoy a lovely high tea in the late afternoon, featuring appetizing sweet and savoury treats. Sit down to a delectable dinner, catered according to your evening schedule, in the main dining tent, or opt for a bush dinner or private dinner on your veranda.

General facilities

Bar
24-hour Security
Babysitting service available
Child friendly
Concierge service
Laundry service
Private balcony or deck
Room service
Wi-fi available

Rates

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USD

Dates	Board	Price
2022-07-01 — 2022-10-31	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$705
2022-11-01 — 2022-12-19	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$535
2022-12-20 — 2023-01-05	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$705
2023-01-06 — 2023-03-31	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$535
2023-04-01 — 2023-04-30	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$350
2023-06-01 — 2023-06-30	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$575
2023-07-01 — 2023-10-31	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$760
2023-11-01 — 2023-12-19	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$575
2023-12-20 — 2024-01-05	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$760
2024-01-06 — 2024-03-31	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$575
2024-04-01 — 2024-04-30	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$375

Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently. Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
Single supplements may apply.
Request a quote or speak to one of our African Safari Experts for the best, most current rates available.

Traveller Reviews

Encounter Mara

Sebastien Avia

The Encounter Camp was just perfect for us. The people and the staff are all so nice and welcoming! The tents are comfortable, the food is just amazing, and of course the drives were all incredible. Our guide, Nabala, was wonderful spotting animals a

Sharon Calhoun

"Encounter Mara is fantastic! A great first time safari experience. It was very comfortable and intimate. Everyone bent over backwards at all times to accommodate our schedule and preferences."

Barbara Paroissien

"It was really terrific and staying in a small lodge in the Conservancy was a real bonus as all the Masai communities benefit directly with lease monies and employment of the Guides."

Richard Mueller

"The Encounter Mara camp is very nice. Food was excellent. We were a bit disappointed by the individual tables at dinner time as we had enjoyed the group meals so much at Serengeti."

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