Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Where the Mara
meets luxury.

Sarova Mara Game Camp — 75 luxury tents deep in Kenya's most celebrated game sanctuary. Full Board. The Big Five. The Great Migration. Yours to discover.

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Big Five Territory
Full Board
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Great Migration Jul–Oct
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From $138 per person · Full Board
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Sarova Mara Game Camp

A legendary camp in
Africa's greatest arena.

Sarova Mara Game Camp sits in the very heart of the Maasai Mara National Reserve — the most celebrated wildlife ecosystem in Africa. Across 1,510 km² of open savannah, riverine forest and rolling plains, this is the stage for the world's greatest wildlife spectacle: the annual Great Wildebeest Migration.

The camp offers three distinct accommodation categories — 59 Deluxe Tents, 12 premium Olchani Club Tents and 4 two-bedroom Family Tents — all on Full Board. Tented accommodation delivers genuine immersion: the sounds of the bush at night, the golden morning light through canvas, the proximity to nature that no solid-wall structure can match.

As part of the Sarova Hotels group, standards of service, food quality and professionalism are consistently high. Whether it's your first safari or your tenth, the Mara always delivers.

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12Club Tents
4Family Tents
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The Great Wildebeest Migration

Between July and October, over 1.5 million wildebeest and hundreds of thousands of zebra cross the Mara River in one of nature's most dramatic performances. Sarova Mara's location places you at the centre of it all.

Location

Maasai Mara National Reserve, Narok County, Kenya. Accessible by road from Nairobi (~5–6 hrs) or by air via Keekorok or Siana airstrip (transfers: USD 80/person shared).

Meal Plan

Full Board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) is standard across all tent categories. A demi-pension reduction of USD 8/person is available if one meal is excluded.

Minimum Stay

A minimum of 2 nights is required during Peak Season (15 June–30 September). No minimum stay applies in other seasons.

Who It's For

Couples, families with children, small groups and solo travellers. Children under 13 may not access the Olchani Club Tents or Lounge. Family Tents ideal for parties of 4.

What's Not Included

Park entry fees, game drives (unless on a package), balloon safaris, drinks, transfers beyond Keekorok airstrip, and personal items.

Check-In Requirement

Valid photo identification (passport or national ID) is required at check-in for all guests.

What's included

Everything you need for the perfect Mara stay

Included in your stay
Daily breakfast buffet included
All game drives with camp vehicle and guide
Airport/airstrip transfers (Keekorok and Ol Kiombo)
Free WiFi in public areas
Access to swimming pool and poolside bar
Evening entertainment and cultural programs
On-site facilities
Outdoor swimming pool with pool bar
Spa — Swedish massage and aromatherapy
Organic garden and fish pond
24-hour electric fence security
Archery, fishing and mini golf
Boma dining, main restaurant and bar
Maasai village adjoining the camp
Getting Here

Location & Access

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Keekorok Airstrip is the primary fly-in point. Shared transfers are USD 80/person one-way; exclusive vehicle (max 6 pax) is USD 170 one-way. Additional charges apply from other airstrips.

By Road from Nairobi

Approximately 270 km via the Narok–Mara road. Journey time is 5–6 hours depending on road conditions. Safari Travel Plus includes private road transfers in most packages — your guide picks you up from the hotel.

By Air — Fly-In Safari

Daily scheduled and charter flights operate between Wilson Airport, Nairobi and Keekorok/Siana airstrips (~45 mins). Airstrip transfers to the camp are included in Sarova ground packages. Additional charges apply for airstrips beyond Keekorok.

Reserve Position

The camp lies within the Maasai Mara National Reserve — not a conservancy — giving direct, unmediated access to the core game-viewing zone. The Mara River, Oloololo Escarpment and open plains are all within easy driving distance.

Check-In / Check-Out

Check-in from 2:00 PM. Check-out by 10:00 AM. Early arrival requests should be noted at booking — every effort is made to accommodate, subject to availability.

Nearby Landmarks

Keekorok Airstrip (transfers included), Mara River crossing points (approx. 30–45 min drive), Talek Gate, Sekenani Gate. The camp is centrally positioned for access to all major game areas.

The Camp's Setting

Sarova Mara Game Camp sits at the heart of the Masai Mara, surrounded by two streams and an ancient fig grove. A large fish pond and a traditional Maasai village adjoin the camp, giving the property a sense of deep connection to the landscape that newer camps cannot replicate. The entire camp is enclosed by a 24-hour electric fence — you are completely safe, yet completely immersed in the African bush.

Accommodation

Choose your
canvas home.

Three tent categories offer different levels of luxury and inclusions — from the comfortable and spacious Deluxe Tents to the fully all-inclusive Olchani Club experience, and the generously proportioned Family Tents for parties of four.

Sarova Mara Deluxe Tent interior
59 Tents Available

Deluxe Tent

The classic Mara experience

Spacious canvas tents with all the comforts you need — en-suite bathrooms, twin or double bed configurations, and that unmistakable feeling of sleeping within the sounds of the African bush. The Deluxe Tent is the heart of the Sarova Mara experience. Each tent features premium bedding, a laptop-compatible safe, writing desk, bathrobes and an en-suite bathroom. Your private verandah overlooks the bush — it is not unusual to see wildlife passing at dawn.

Double or twin beds
En-suite bathroom
Fan cooling
Bush or garden views
Full Board included
Luggage storage
From (Low Season) $138 per person sharing · Full Board
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A third bed is available at USD 83–182/night depending on season. Up to 3 beds per tent. Max 5 single rooms per group at single rates.

Olchani Club Tent premium safari accommodation
12 Tents — Exclusive
All Inclusive

Olchani Club Tent

Premium all-inclusive tier · 12 tents

The Olchani Club Tents represent the pinnacle of the Sarova Mara experience. A fully all-inclusive category with access to the exclusive Olchani Lounge, complimentary minibar, complimentary laundry, guided nature walks and evening sundowners — all wrapped in a more private, attentive camp-within-a-camp atmosphere. Set away from the main camp for extra privacy and quiet. Your personal butler handles everything — from sundowner arrangements to private dining requests. The Olchani area has its own exclusive dining terrace.

Olchani Inclusions
  • Access to the private Olchani Lounge
  • All-inclusive food & beverage at the Olchani Lounge (excluding premium drinks)
  • Experiential dining experiences
  • Return transfers to Keekorok airstrip
  • Guided nature walks with the resident naturalist
  • Sundowners every evening (weather permitting)
  • Complimentary minibar in tent
  • Complimentary laundry & pressing — 2 garments/guest/day (24 hr return)
From (Low Season) $338 per person sharing · All Inclusive
Book Olchani

Game drives are NOT included in Olchani rates. Supplement: USD 300 for 2 drives/day (morning + evening) or USD 550 for a full-day drive.

Age Restriction: Children under 13 years of age are not permitted in the Olchani Club Tents or the Olchani Club Lounge.

Sarova Mara Family Tent accommodation for 4
4 Units — Family

2-Bedroom Family Tent

Perfect for families of 4

Four spacious two-bedroom family tents offer the ideal solution for families travelling together. The unit accommodates up to 4 persons and is sold as a single unit — providing privacy, space and that all-important separation between adults and younger guests after a long day in the bush. Designed for families with children. The interconnecting layout means parents and children each have their own sleeping space while staying together. The camp's family entertainment program — archery, fishing, nature walks — keeps children engaged throughout your stay.

Two separate bedrooms
Up to 4 guests
En-suite bathrooms
Full Board included
Private family unit
Bush-facing aspect
From (Low Season) $528 per unit per night · Full Board · 4 pax
Book Family Tent

The Family Tent is sold as a single unit and cannot be split. Peak Season supplement: USD 695/unit/night. Children under 6 sharing with adults stay free.

Experiences

What awaits you
in the Mara.

The Maasai Mara is among the world's foremost game-viewing destinations. From the thundering drama of the wildebeest crossing to intimate encounters with lion prides at dawn, Sarova Mara positions you at the centre of it all. Activities range from shared game drives to exclusive cultural encounters with the Maasai.

Game drive in Maasai Mara at sunrise
Game Drives
95+ Mammal Species

Game Drives

Game drives are the centrepiece of any Mara stay. Morning drives begin at first light, when predators are most active and the golden hour light is extraordinary. Evening drives capture the amber glow of sunset across the plains. Full-day drives allow for deep exploration — following a leopard, waiting at a river crossing, or simply immersing yourself in the quiet immensity of the landscape.

2-Hour Morning or Evening Drive

Shared vehicle, min. 2 pax. Ideal for focused early morning or sundowner drives.

USD 185 per vehicle
Half Day Game Drive

4–5 hours in the park. Great for covering multiple game zones without a full day commitment.

USD 400 per vehicle
Full Day Exclusive Drive

Up to 6 pax, private vehicle with driver. Maximum flexibility — perfect for photography.

USD 500 per vehicle (up to 6 pax)
Sundowner Package Add-On

Selection of wines, beers, cold and hot canapés — the quintessential Mara evening ritual.

USD 20 per person additional

Hot Air Balloon Safari

Drift silently over the vast Mara plains at dawn, watching wildlife from above before a classic bush breakfast with champagne. One of Africa's most iconic experiences.

Available on request — typically ~USD 480/person

Maasai Cultural Village Visit

Visit the Isokon Maasai Cultural Village for an immersive experience — traditional dances, village life, Maasai lectures and the chance to meet the people who have inhabited this land for centuries.

USD 35 per person (includes nature walk)

Nature Walk & Bird Walk

A guided walk within the camp premises — ideal for birders and those who want to experience the bush on foot. The camp's birdlife alone is exceptional, with 470+ species in the reserve.

USD 30 per person per walk

Walking Safari

A guided walking safari within the Greater Mara Game Park area — a more intimate and exhilarating way to experience the ecosystem, tracking animals on foot with a trained guide.

Available — pricing on request

Maasai Renewal of Vows

A uniquely Sarova Mara experience — a traditional Maasai ceremony to renew your vows, conducted by Maasai elders in a genuinely meaningful cultural setting. A memory for life.

USD 350 per couple

Private Culture Talk

An in-depth, private cultural talk with a Maasai guide — covering history, traditions, land use, conservation and the relationship between the Maasai and the wildlife of the Mara.

Available — enquire for pricing
Food & Beverage

Dining in the bush.

All stays at Sarova Mara are on Full Board — breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. The camp's dining is a genuine highlight: fresh, varied menus that cater to international guests without losing the local flavour, served in the open-air dining area with the sounds of the bush as your backdrop.

Beyond the standard Full Board offering, a range of supplementary dining experiences turns meals into moments — from bush breakfasts on the open savannah to Boma Dinners under the African night sky.

Standard Meal Plan

Full Board is included in all Deluxe Tent rates. Olchani Club Tent guests receive the full All-Inclusive plan at the Olchani Lounge (excluding premium drinks).

A Demi-Pension reduction of USD 8 per person is available if one meal needs to be excluded.

Breakfast Lunch Dinner Packed Lunch Available

Extra lunch (e.g. for fly-in guests arriving after standard meal service): USD 35 per person. Casual meal rates available for day visitors — Breakfast USD 30 · Lunch USD 35 · Dinner USD 40.

Supplementary Dining Experiences
Bush Breakfast with Bubbly
Savannah setting · Min. 7 pax
$70
Bush Breakfast (Without Bubbly)
Savannah setting · Min. 7 pax
$60
Bush Dinner Under the Stars
Open skies dining · Min. 7 pax
$80
Bush Sundowner & Dinner
Bonfire, spirits & full dinner · Min. 7 pax
$110
Evening Sundowner (In-Camp Boma)
Bonfire, house drinks & canapés · Min. 5 pax
$45
Boma Dinner
Outdoor bush experience in the lodge · Min. 20 pax
$65
Club Tent Dining (Olchani guests)
Private in-tent dining experience · Min. 2
$65
Culinary Safari & Eco Garden
Interactive cooking at Organic Chefs Eco Garden · Min. 5
$55
Only at Sarova Mara

Experiences you will not find elsewhere

Sarova Mara has quietly built a collection of signature experiences that go well beyond the standard game drive.

Organic Garden Cookout

Join the camp's resident agronomist for a tour of the organic garden, learning about local spices and sustainable farming. Then cook your chosen ingredients with the chef and dine in the garden. You even take home the recipes and a certificate — one of the most memorable experiences in the Mara.

Salt Lick Dining

A truly wild dining experience — your table is set beside the camp's salt lick, where elephants, buffalo and other wildlife come to drink as the sun goes down. No other camp in the Mara offers this combination of fine dining and unscripted wildlife theatre.

Sundowner by the Fire

As the light turns golden over the Mara, your guide drives you to a carefully chosen spot on the plains. Cold drinks, a crackling fire, and Africa stretching to the horizon. This is the ritual that brings every safari day to its perfect close.

Champagne Surprise Breakfast

For special occasions — anniversaries, honeymoons, birthdays — the Sarova team has a tradition of whisking guests away to a private spot by one of the camp's streams for a champagne breakfast. Ask us to arrange it when you book.

2026 Rates — Non-Residents

Seasons & pricing.

All rates are in US Dollars, inclusive of taxes and service charge. Full Board is the standard meal plan. Park entry fees are excluded from all rates and must be budgeted separately.

Season Dates Deluxe Single Deluxe Double 3rd Bed Olchani Single Olchani Double Family Tent
High / Easter
High Season		 4 Jan–28 Feb
3–6 Apr (Easter)
1–31 Oct		 $336 $415 $124 $675 $754 $970
Low Season 1–2 Apr
7 Apr–31 May		 $156 $311 $94 $382 $537 $597
Peak Season 15 Jun–30 Sept
Great Migration		 $584 $686 $206 $1,036 $1,138 $1,561
Shoulder 1–31 Mar
1–14 Jun
1 Nov–22 Dec		 $243 $356 $106 $497 $610 $845
Festive 23 Dec–3 Jan $559 $661 $199 $898 $1,000 $1,504

Important: All rates include taxes and service charge. Park entry fees are excluded. Festive Season bookings require a 25% non-refundable deposit. A minimum of 2 nights applies during Peak Season. Olchani Club rates are All-Inclusive meal plan; game drives charged separately at USD 300 (2 drives/day) or USD 550 (full day).

Curated Safaris

Best safari packages
using Sarova Mara.

Sarova Mara appears in several of our most popular Kenya safari itineraries. These packages are designed by Safari Travel Plus to give you the best of the Mara — game drives, airstrip transfers, Full Board accommodation and often additional park destinations — at transparent, competitive rates.

Masai Mara one-night package
1–2 Nights

Majestic Mara One-Night Package

Ex. Nairobi or Mombasa

Sarova's own curated ground package — perfect for fly-in guests or anyone wanting a short, complete Mara experience with all key elements included from the outset.

  • Full Board accommodation (Deluxe Tent)
  • Garden Breakfast with Bubbly
  • Return Keekorok airstrip transfers
  • Two game drives
  • One Maasai Cultural Village visit
High Season from
$420
per adult sharing
Enquire
Nairobi Mara Amboseli circuit safari
7 Days

Classic Kenya Circuit

Nairobi · Mara · Amboseli

A comprehensive circuit combining two of Kenya's greatest ecosystems — the Maasai Mara for the Migration and big predators, and Amboseli for elephants against Kilimanjaro.

  • 2–3 nights Sarova Mara (Full Board)
  • 2 nights Amboseli lodge
  • Private vehicle throughout
  • All game drives included
  • Nairobi airport transfers
From (Shoulder Season)
$1,800
per person sharing
Enquire
Great Migration Peak Season safari Maasai Mara
Peak Season

Great Migration Safari

Jul–Oct · Mara Crossing Focus

The signature Mara safari, timed for the river crossings. 3 nights at Sarova Mara during Peak Season, with dedicated river crossing excursions, balloon safari option and cultural visit.

  • 3 nights Sarova Mara Peak Season
  • Daily game drives including river crossing excursions
  • Return airstrip transfers
  • Full Board throughout
  • Optional balloon safari (USD 480/person)
Peak Season from
$2,400
per person sharing
Enquire

All package prices are estimates. Actual pricing depends on season, group size and specific inclusions. Safari Travel Plus will provide a precise, itemised quote — no obligation.

Important Information

Policies & child rates.

Child Policy

Children are welcome at Sarova Mara Game Camp. The following rates apply for children sharing a room with 1–2 paying adults:

Age Group Rate Max per Room
0–6 years Free Max 2 per room
7–12 years 15% of Single Room rate Max 2 per room
13–17 years 25% of Single Room rate Max 2 per room
18+ years Full adult rates apply
Children in own room: 80% of the applicable room rate. One adult + one child sharing: adult pays single rate.

Olchani Club restriction: Children under 13 years of age are not permitted in the Olchani Club Tents or the Olchani Club Lounge. Please book Deluxe or Family Tents for families with younger children.

Booking Policies

Single Room Policy

A maximum of 5 single rooms per group are confirmed at single room rates. Beyond this, double room rates apply per additional single-occupancy room.

Tour Leader Complimentary

One complimentary room granted per 15 paying guests (bona fide tour leaders only, must be pre-booked). For groups under 15 pax, tour leader rates are available at 25% off contract rates.

Festive Season Deposits

Festive season bookings require a 25% non-refundable deposit. Timeline: within 7 days for bookings made before 30 November; within 2 days for bookings made 1–15 December; immediately for bookings after 15 December. Full payment due 14 days before arrival.

Peak Season Allotments

Peak Season sales allotments at Sarova Mara require a non-refundable 25% deposit of the total room nights rate at the time of confirming the allocation.

Applicability

Contract rates are valid for non-residents on leisure travel only. Valid photo ID required at check-in. These rates are not for redistribution to third-party online travel or hotel booking websites.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations & no-shows.

Sarova Mara Game Camp applies a tiered cancellation charge structure based on season and lead time. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers cancellation costs from the date of booking.

Cancellation Charges by Season
% Charged Low / Shoulder High Season Peak Season
15% 14–7 days before 60–45 days before 90–75 days before
33% 7–2 days before 45–30 days before 75–60 days before
100% Within 7 days Within 30 days Within 60 days

All times measured from noon on the date of accommodation. Partial reductions in group size or length of stay attract the same cancellation schedule.

Key Booking Conditions

  • Release periods: Submit sales position within 90 days (Peak), 50 days (High), 35 days (Low/Shoulder)
  • Minimum 2 nights required during Peak Season (15 Jun–30 Sept)
  • Peak Season allotments require a non-refundable 25% deposit
  • Festive season bookings require a 25% non-refundable deposit — timelines vary by booking date
  • Ad Hoc Group bookings (7+ guests, not pre-charted) require a 25% non-refundable deposit within 14 days
  • In case of overbooking, the hotel is obligated to secure comparable alternative accommodation at its own cost

Safari Travel Plus tip: We always recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering cancellation, curtailment, medical evacuation and personal liability. Peak and Festive season bookings at Sarova Mara are especially worth protecting given the early cancellation windows.

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