Exploreans Mara River Camp

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

Exploreans Mara River Camp is located in the Maasai Mara National Reserve overlooking the Mara River. It features a swimming pool and a lush garden. Tents offer either a view over the Mara River or a garden view, each featuring a private patio with a seating area and an private bathroom with a shower. The in-house restaurant serves a curated selection of buffet options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks before morning game drives, alongside refreshing beverages during evening sundowners. A variety of wilderness experiences can be arranged, including expert-guided game drives, bush breakfasts, and scenic sundowners. Free high-speed WiFi is accessible in both tents and public areas. The property provides airport transfer services to and from Kichwa Tembo and Musiara airstrips.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

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Theodorus
Ecuador Ecuador
“A Great location, right on the Mara river and nearby the Wildlife action, A Great staff who gave us an unforgettable experience and Great game drives with Pesi who was our passionate safari guide. Thanks for the entire Mara River Camp Team who...”
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. ...”
Naveed
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The staff at the camp are great and very responsive to any need of your including food drinks and medication when we needed it! The Manager Eziekel, Aliche at the head office were outstanding in helping us make multiple changes to our Itinerary!...”
Bradford
United States United States
“The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly. Our accommodations were very clean and comfortable. The food was delicious and the portions were very generous. The property is beautiful and the views of the hippos and giraffes were amazing!”
Daniil
France France
“We had such a wonderful stay at this camp and genuinely felt so welcomed from the moment we arrived. Ellajah gave us the warmest welcome and made us feel at home straight away. A very special thank you to Emmanuel and Lilian — not only are they...”
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...”
Stephanie
Germany Germany
“Eine wunderschöne Lodge direkt am Mara River. Vom super luxuriösen Zelt aus konnte man Nilpferde, Krokodile, Elefanten, Zebras und viele andere Tiere bestaunen. Es gab hervorragendes Essen. Der Manager, Herr Katam Elisha, hat uns einen...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Exploreans Mara River Camp

Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 2:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Crib upon request
Free
6 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
$275 per child, per night

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

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