At Olare Mara, you will experience the true heart of Africa. Every guest enjoys 24-hour butler service and stays in a beautiful, luxury tent designed for comfort.
Your day begins with the sound of birds and the fresh morning air as you enjoy coffee on your private balcony. From your tent, you can look out over the vast plains of the savannah. Our game drives bring you close to nature, where you can watch majestic elephants and giraffes in total silence. Olare Mara is more than just a camp; it is a peaceful place where you can truly connect with the beauty of the wild.
35,000 acres
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12
En-suite bathrooms
Not Allowed
Non-Smorking Rooms
Our large tents are built on beautiful wood decks and offer plenty of space. Each tent features a large bed with a mosquito net, a separate living room, a writing desk, and a modern bathroom. From your private terrace, you can watch the many animals of the Maasai Mara walk by.
Dining at Olare Mara is a special experience. We use fresh vegetables from our own organic garden, and you are welcome to help our chefs pick the ingredients for your meal! You can choose to eat on your terrace, in the gardens, or out in the wild. Enjoy a “bush breakfast” near the hippos or a picnic under the shade of an acacia tree. After your safari, you can cool off in the pool or enjoy a relaxing massage.
The Olare Mara Kempinski is located in a massive private area of 35,000 acres. This beautiful land is filled with wide grasslands, forests, and trees. Our game drives are led by expert guides who know everything about the land and the animals. You will have the chance to see the “Big Five”—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—plus many other amazing animals in their natural home.
You can also experience the famous Maasai culture. We offer respectful visits to a local Maasai village. Because our team has a close relationship with the community, you will be welcomed as an honored guest and a friend.
The sound of “Ishara” seems to drift effortlessly across the rolling grasses of the Maasai plains. Meaning “sign” in Swahili, the name draws us back time and again to this pocket of African beauty. In Kenya’s Maasai Mara, wildlife is everywhere—hippos, buffalo, hyenas, lions, leopards, and cheetahs roam freely. The camp blends harmoniously into its natural setting, tucked among cooling greenery and anchored by a grand old olive tree. Elevated walkways link the tents, offering both privacy and comfort in a well-concealed retreat—an ideal base for discovering the wildlife-rich Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Governors’ IL Moran Camp lies in the heart of Kenya’s Maasai Mara Game Reserve along the banks of the Mara River, a prime wildlife area often visited by elephant herds and a wide variety of other iconic species. Outstanding game viewing begins right at camp, where guests can step onto their private veranda with a morning coffee and watch the surrounding wilderness come to life. Bathed in warm African light, the camp’s 10 spacious tents feature king-size beds crafted from reclaimed olive wood, large verandas overlooking the river, and well-appointed en suite bathrooms with classic bathtubs. Evenings are marked by candlelit dinners in the open dining tent or beside the riverbank, while expertly prepared bush picnics can be arranged during game drives, adding a special touch to time spent exploring the Mara.
Set right in the heart of the world-famous Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Ilkeliani is an elegant and ideally located oasis with just 12 exclusive tents situated on the banks of the Talek River, offering incredible wildlife and landscape views. Guests can choose between spacious Premium or Deluxe Tents, all thoughtfully designed with essential luxuries for an enhanced safari experience. The camp is deeply committed to sustainability, operating fully on solar power and championing eco-friendly practices like providing refillable water flasks. Expert local guides, who know the region intimately, lead game drives in specially designed vehicles, ensuring excellent viewing and photo opportunities. With a suspension bridge providing immediate access across the river into the reserve, Ilkeliani makes it easy to fill your days with thrilling game drives from dawn until dusk or simply enjoy the camp at your leisure.
