Basecamp Masai Mara offers 23 spacious and luxurious Double Riverside Tents, including two Family Riverside Tents, perfect for families traveling with children.
The tents are built along the banks of the Talek River, the natural border to the Masai Mara National Reserve. The dense riverbed foliage allows for maximum privacy and comfort, without compromising the view of the Masai Mara National Reserve just a stone's throw away. With more than 300 identified bird species, you are certain to wake to a symphony of birdsong while staying at Basecamp Masai Mara.
Next to Basecamp Masai Mara is the Enjoolata Awareness Centre where guests are invited to exhibitions, movies, photo editing, and face-to-face meetings with the Maasais providing a deeper understanding to anyone who seeks knowledge about this fascinating culture and place.
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Tent InteriorRiver view tents
Tent InteriorCredit: Stevie MannViews from the tent interior
Tent ensuiteCredit: Stevie MannBathroom
Tent terraceWatch the wildlife across the river from your tent terrace
Tent TerraceWatching the sunset over a cup of tea
Tent TerraceRelaxing while on Safari
Abundant WildlifeCredit: Photos By Knut Bry/TinagentView from Basecamp Masai Mara Viewing Deck
RestaurantCredit: Stevie MannDining experience in a restaurant with exceptional views at every turn
Basecamp Masai MaraLunch overlooking the Masai Mara National Reserve
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Basecamp Masai Mara Credit: https://sarunibasecamp.com/our-properties/basecamp-masai-mara/Family Tent
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Standard Tent
We offer 17 en-suite tents. Each tent offers king-size double or twin beds, a bathroom featuring bio-flush toilets and two solar-heated showers, one inside and one open-air safari shower, a private deck with a view towards the river bed, and Masai Mara National Reserve.
River View Double Tents
Each of the 16 double tent offers king-size double or twin beds, a bathroom featuring bio-flush toilets and a solar-heated shower, free in-room Wi-Fi, a private deck where you have a direct view of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
River View Double Tent - hammockCredit: Saruni Basecamp
Family Tent
The family tents have two separate wings, each featuring a double bed and a bathroom with bio-flush toilets. The tents offer free in-room Wi-Fi, a larger deluxe balcony to give families or groups a chance to socialize in complete privacy. They overlook the river and the National Reserve.
Family Tent - DeckCredit: Saruni Basecamp
Family Tent - Exterior Credit: Saruni Basecamp
Family Tent - Interior Credit: Saruni Basecamp
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Vegetarian
24-hour Security, Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Meal on Request
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Practice Green, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Big 5, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Safaris, Wildlife Tours
At Basecamp game drives are usually conducted in the early mornings, late afternoon since these are the coolest times of the day when most animals are more active. During the game drive, our knowledgeable Maasai guides will introduce you to life in the savanna and share their infinite knowledge about African wildlife.
Bird walking safari is one of the main activities carried out at Basecamp Masai Mara which is located along the Talek River. Basecamp Masai Mara is surrounded by a wealth of diverse flora and fauna. Over the years we have managed to revive the Talek River ecosystem by planting trees to address the pressing issue of deforestation and ground erosion. The afforestation program has since attracted over 300 bird species that have been recorded in the Masai Mara, including the endemic birds and the other wildlife species that it possesses.
Our cultural visit is conducted in Talek Town led by expert Maasai Guides. Talek is situated just outside of the Masai Mara Reserve and within a 10-minute walk from our camp. Enjoy a unique opportunity to learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Maasai as well as the challenges they face.
Just as you wind up your afternoon game drive, your guide will set up for a sundowner drink. Enjoy a selection of drinks, cocktails and delicious biting usually served against the unforgettable backdrop of the African sunset. Most sundowner spots also offer amazing opportunities for a photographic session.
Basecamp Explorer Kenya will establish the Enjolaata Centre in the midst of Basecamp Explorer’s birthplace – the Basecamp Maasai Mara in Talek. The Enjoolata Center is an education and entertainment centre which aims to inspire the Maasai community to come together to make a difference through awareness creation.
Basecamp Masai Mara Restaurant
Enjoy your lunch or dinner prepared by our well trained Maasai chefs as you listen to the sounds of the wildlife across the river. We offer private dinning at our viewing deck. From here you can listen to the gentle river flowing below or watch the wildlife on the vast Savannah.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
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Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 17
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Star Gazing, Wildlife