About Mara Leisure Camp
Mara Leisure Camp is a charming and comfortable tented safari camp located in the Talek River area of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The camp offers an authentic yet affordable safari experience, making it ideal for both first-time safari-goers and seasoned travelers.
With its prime location near the Maasai Mara’s best game-viewing areas, Mara Leisure Camp provides excellent opportunities to witness the Big Five, the Great Migration, and stunning landscapes. The camp combines modern amenities, warm hospitality, and traditional safari ambiance, ensuring a relaxing and immersive stay in the African wilderness.
ACCESS & LOCATION of Mara Leisure Camp
Mara Leisure Camp is strategically located in the northern corridor of the Maasai Mara, near the Talek Gate, making it an excellent base for exploring the reserve.
By Air
The camp is accessible via daily scheduled flights from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to Ol Kiombo Airstrip, which takes approximately 45 minutes.
From the airstrip, it’s a 30 to 45 minute drive to the camp.
By Road
The drive from Nairobi to Maasai Mara takes approximately 5 to 6 hours via Narok.
A 4×4 vehicle is recommended, especially during the rainy season when roads can be challenging.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES AT Mara Leisure Camp
Mara Leisure Camp offers a variety of accommodations, catering to different traveler preferences, from luxury safari tents to family cottages. Luxury tents are spacious, well-appointed tents offer a classic safari experience with wooden floors, en-suite bathrooms, and private verandas. The cottages are perfect for families or groups, these permanent structures offer additional space and comfort. While jumbo tents are larger family-style tents that can accommodate multiple guests, ideal for families or small groups.
ACTIVITIES AT Mara Leisure Camp
Game Drives in the Maasai Mara
Mara Leisure Camp offers morning, afternoon, and full-day game drives, led by expert guides. The Maasai Mara is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino), as well as cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, hippos, and crocodiles.
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Guests can take an unforgettable hot air balloon safari at sunrise, floating over the Mara plains and ending with a champagne breakfast in the bush.
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