LUXURY HOTELS IN MAASA MARA. 

 

Stay at the finest luxury Masai Mara hotels & lodges with private suites, infinity pools & front-row views of the Great wildebest Migration. Reserve your dream stay today! A safari in the Maasai Mara is a bucket-list experience, and staying in a luxury hotel or lodge enhances every aspect of the adventure. From exclusive wildlife encounters to world-class hospitality, here’s a deep dive into why opting for high-end accommodation is the best choice for discerning travelers.

Being one of the top most safari destinations in Africa, Maasai mara national reserve also has some of the prime safari accommodations (safari hotels/ safari camps) that offer the greatest exquisite experiences in the world. However these hotels/camps in the Maasai Mara national reserve come at a cost that is made worthwhile during one’s stay.

 

Why choose the Luxurious hotels in the Maasai Mara.

 

• Most luxury lodges are located in private conservancies  such as  the , Olare Motorogi, Naboisho, Mara North conservancies  which have strict  control of the number of vehicles that enter within these areas which is not the case  for the other parts of the reserve.  This limitation means their only a few tourists allowed which make some experiences  such as the remigration crossings more enjoyable since travelers can get to  catch every action during his experience uninterrupted and travelers can get a chance to navigate the more secluded areas of  the reserve and uncover hidden gems .

 

• The staff at the luxurious hotels is able to deliver one-on -one services because to the customers since most of these hotels only have a few tents and hence everyone is catered for   in a special way and they are given a VIP treatment that is worth their money. The luxurious hotels in the Maasai Mara are also known for their great hospitality such as the 24/7 butler services and the in room massage services normally offered at some of these luxurious hotels.

 

 

• Some of these hotels such as the Sand River Mara and Sanctuary Olonana are strategically placed along the great migration routes and hence travelers are able to watch this experience at the fore-front and hence the location of some of these hotels guarantees the visitors exclusive access to wildlife-rich areas hence these areas are ultimate locations for game viewing safaris in the reserve.

 

• These luxurious hotels in the Masai Mara offer enhanced safari experience’s unlike the rest of the cams, travelers at these hotels can get to enjoy some unique experiences such as night game drives with expert guides that provide knowledge and insights about Mother Nature to the travelers and also wilderness cuisines (sundowners).

 

• Most of these hotels have Luxury Tented Suites that are spacious with elegant architectural infrastructure   and also luxurious amnesties such as the infinity pools overlooking the open wilderness and great lounging areas that sometimes have camp fires and have stunning scenic outlooks.

 

• Most of the luxurious hotels  also  make it easy for the travelers to easily access    them as some even go ahead and offer airport pickups by either road or air to their visitors.

 

 What to consider when getting luxurious hotel in Maasai Mara.

 

• Ideally, the location of the hotel is one of the top pointers one should consider while looking for one in Masai Mara. For instance the hotel should be inside or close proximity to the Masai Mara National Reserve for easy access to game drives within the reserve. Some luxury lodges are in private conservancies (e.g., Mara North, Olare Motorogi), offering exclusivity and fewer crowds. Travelers should Look for properties with stunning views of the Mara plains, riverbanks (it could be near the Mara or Talek River), or elevated locations for panoramic sunsets.

 

• Travelers should also consider how easy it is to get to the luxurious camp whether it has an airstrip where     he travelers can do flight transfers while from Nairobi or whether it is even reachable by the road and also if it is in close proximity with any of the gates at the park.

 

• Different luxurious hotels in Masai Mara offer distinct Luxurious accommodation options such tented suites with hardwood floors, private deck and plunge pools or some of the hotels have villas or even tree houses. However when choosing, travelers should ensure that the rooms are spacious and they should also go for those that offer exclusive amenities.

 

• Travelers could first research about the service delivery that is offered at any of the luxurious accommodation facilities because one of the factors that contribute to travelers’ good sty is warm hospitality.

 

Some of the luxurious hotels in Maasai Mara.

 

1. 1. Angama Mara

 

The Angama Mara rests at an elevation on the Oloololo escarpment around the Mara Triangle  offering breathtaking views of the open sun-kissed plains of the Masai Mara national reserve   and also capturing most of the ultimate experiences in the reserve such as the predator-prey chases and the great migration. the camp is accessible by road through the Oloololo  gate of the Maasai Mara national  reserve or if one is using air transport  the can access his camp by use of Ol Kiombo airstrip from Nairobi.

 

The Angama Mara camp has over 15  exquisite suites  all designed with semi-transparent walls each  with a privileged outdoor  space hence visitors are able to get their own privacy. When travelers are in need of relaxation they could use the outdoor swimming pool of the Angama Mara camp or they could get massage services brought to their room. The staff is dedicated to providing high end quality services according to the customer’s preferences. Refined cuisines with a taste of all natural ingredients are served at the camp and also different dining options such as wilderness dinners and bush breakfast are presented to the customers at the Angama Mara Camp.

 

Some of the things that make this Camp outshine others is the opportunity of the unique panoramic photographic sceneries that travelers get while at the Angama Camp and also the other Experiences such as Hot-air balloon safaris, guided walking safaris and Maasai cultural visits.  The other uniqueness about this camp is that it also offers an intimate settings for travelers that are looking at romantic getaways because of its charming ambiance.

 

2. And Beyond Bateleur Camp

 

This establishment is positioned  in  the  lush forest area of the Maasai Mara national reserve  at one of the boundaries  of the Mara river  therefore travelers  staying  at this camp get  to exclusively witness the dramatic river crossings of the great herds  in between the months of June to October and all the action that happens during this experience. The camp  can  be accessible by road  from Nairobi to the sekanani gate which will take about 6 hours and by air from Nairobi to the  Kichwa Tembo airstrip which is the nearest landing site , this will take travelers about 30 minutes.

The  rooms of the camp are built with  wooden flooring and the exterior of  the tents are made out of canvas and  they are  two intimate camps with nine luxurious tents each, featuring  classical  safari décor, four-poster beds, and private balconies overlooking the  natural  environment.   Travelers can get comfort treatments at the infinity pool of the Camp and also enjoy the full time butler service. At the And Beyond  Bateleur camp their great  cuisine experiences offered to travelers such as   fine  dining  beneath the night sky and also bush picnics  with  an additional  complement of the  tasty wines  that come with the meal. Some of the safari activities at the and Beyond Bateleur Camp include;

 

• Nature walks.
• Maasai cultural interactions.
• Game drives.
• Wildebeest migration experiences.

 

3. 3. Sanctuary Olonana

 

This camp is also in proximity to the Mara River making it a distinctive bio-diversity sighting area in the Maasai Mara national reserve.  The camp  has about  14 elegant suites half glass  doors and private  balconies  with riverfront panoramic view that has wild animals such as the hippos  that are usually spotted swimming in the waters and also the rooms are designed with a touch of  African modernism and also with some wooden architecture. On road from Nairobi via Oloolo gate it will Talek about 7 hours and form Wilson airport to Kichwa Tembo airstrip (nearest airstrip) it will take a maximum of 45 minutes.  Services such as spa and wellness are offered that this camp and the camp also has an outdoor bar establishment.

The sparkling blue waters of the swimming pool in the front lawn glorifies the scenic beauty of this camp and the meals served are made with ingredients brought fresh from the garden. Travelers can also get to experience dinner establishment at the deck with the breeze coming from the river side. Some of the experiences enjoyed at his camp include;

• Bush walk expeditions.
• Night game drives.
• Aerial tours of the Maasai Mara reserve.
• Hot air balloon safaris.

 

. Mara Plains Camp

 

The Mara Plains Camp is located in the Northern parts of the Maasai Mara  in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy whereby compared to other parts  of the reserve these region offers uninterrupted wildlife viewing since there less crowds of people at this side of the reserve. The Mara plains has about seven lavish tents with   handwoven decor and an addition of brass textures and queen sized beds.  Extra-ordinary services are delivered at the Mara plains camp such as  game drives through the conservancy and the reserve with help of  an expert guide in the  4 by 4  safari vehicles, spa and wellness are brought to one’s room  and a library with  featured literature.