Mara Nyika Camp is a small, exclusive tented camp located in a quiet valley on the edge of the Maasai Mara. To maintain privacy and comfort, the camp accommodates a maximum of 14 guests at a time.
Each tent is designed to provide a comfortable and well-equipped stay, featuring an en-suite bathroom, standalone bathtub, quality linens, bathrobes, writing desk, and a stocked refreshments area. Guests can enjoy views of the surrounding plains and wildlife from their private tent.
The camp’s design reflects the conservation-focused vision of Beverly Joubert and Great Plains Conservation. Shared dining and lounge areas are available for meals, relaxation, and enjoying the natural surroundings.
Maasai Mara
14
7
En-suite bathrooms
Not allowed
Non-Smocking Rooms
Mara Nyika offers a selection of private guest suites connected by wooden walkways. Accommodation includes luxury guest suites, a two-bedroom family suite, and the exclusive Sambuk Suite, which has a private entrance and dedicated butler service. Each suite features an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathtub, a private outdoor seating area with plunge pool, a writing desk, and a king-sized bed.
Guests have access to the main dining and lounge tent, where meals, refreshments, and afternoon tea are served. Shared facilities, including the wine cellar and lounge areas, are available for guest use in accordance with camp arrangements.
Located within the 50,000-acre Naboisho Conservancy, the camp offers an exclusive safari experience with a limited number of guests. Game drives are available in the early morning, late afternoon, and at night, providing opportunities to observe a wide variety of wildlife, including nocturnal species.
Optional activities may include hot air balloon safaris over the nearby Maasai Mara, bush breakfasts, and cultural visits to local Maasai communities. Guests may also use camp-provided cameras and equipment to capture wildlife and scenery during their stay.
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