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About this property
Mara River Camp is located on the North West boundary of the Maasai Mara National Reserve overlooking the Mara River. It features a swimming pool and garden. Each tent features a patio with a view of the Mara River. It comes with a seating area and the private bathroom includes a shower. Mara’s in-house restaurant offers buffet meals. Bush breakfast, lunch and dinner is also served. Coffee, tea and snacks are provided at the camp before morning game drives, and guests can enjoy beverages on the evening game drives. The property offers daily activities at the camp for ground package rates. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The nearest airstrip for transfers to the camp is Kichwa Tembo.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Becky
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
“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
“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!” - Andrew
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...” - Eva-maria
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...” - Catarina
Portugal
“Tudo. Localização para quem quer visitar o parque de masai Mara, a comida, a atenção do staff, o quarto incrível. Definitivamente um sítio a voltar!” - Spadilha
Brazil
“Localização excelente, agradável e muito próximo ao Parque. Atendimento excepcional. As tendas são muito confortáveis. Serviço de Safári muito bom. Piscina uma delícia. Comida excelente Lareira muito agradável. Animais próximos” - Herbert
Germany
“Die Lodge liegt direkt am Fluß, an einer Stelle, an der sich viele Hippos befinden. Eine einmalige Gelegenheit, diese Tiere über längere Zeit zu beobachten.” - Juan
Spain
“Me he sentido mejor que en casa, muy buena relación calidad/precio. Staff excelente.” - Anonymous
France
“Le personnel et le directeur de l’hôtel étaient très accueillants. La nourriture était très bonne . Le lieu était exceptionnel.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineLocal • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
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 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.