Exclusive Safari Living in the Greater Masai Mara
Mara Conservancy, Kenya
As one of Kenya’s few Relais & Châteaux safari properties, Mara Plains Camp delivers an intimate and highly polished safari experience. The camp is located within the 13,300 hectare Olare Motorogi Conservancy, a private wilderness area bordering the northern edge of the Masai Mara National Reserve, known for low vehicle density and consistently excellent wildlife sightings.
Set beneath a riverine forest on a quiet bend of the Ntiakitiak River, the camp blends seamlessly into its surroundings. Just seven spacious suites are positioned for privacy, each finished with handcrafted Lamu wood doors, rich textiles and subtle brass detailing that reflect a classic East African safari aesthetic.
For travellers seeking complete seclusion, the Jahazi Suite offers a private two bedroom retreat with expansive living areas, elegant ensuite bathrooms, indoor dining space, a private verandah and a secluded swimming pool.
Mara Plains Camp is ideally suited to couples and private groups who value space, exclusivity and some of the most flexible game viewing access in the Greater Masai Mara.
Highlights and Activities at Mara Plains:
ROOMS: 7 luxury safari tents, including the exclusive Jahazi Suite
BEST FOR: Couples and private groups
ACTIVITIES:
- Game Drives (Olare Motorogi Conservancy and the Masai Mara)
- Great Wildebeest Migration viewing (seasonal)
- Walking safaris
- Night game drives
- Hot Air Balloon Safaris
- Birding
- Photographic Safaris
- Cultural experiences
Why We Love Mara Plains Camp:
Mara Plains Camp offers one of the largest combined traversing areas in the region, with access to approximately 98,000 acres of private conservancy land and the Masai Mara National Reserve. This allows for flexible, crowd-free game viewing rarely matched elsewhere in the Mara ecosystem. Its Relais & Châteaux status further reflects the camp’s exceptional guiding, cuisine and attention to detail.
Insider’s Tip: Each suite is equipped with professional camera gear and binoculars, with images downloaded for you at the end of your stay. For guests wanting to refine their skills, private photographic tuition can be arranged at an additional cost.
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