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House in the Wild is a charming owner-owned and operated boutique safari lodge, with seven luxury cottages. There is a main lounge and dining area with a Swahili bar, expansive lawns and a swimming pool with a thatch gazebo. Dining takes place either privately under the stars, by a log burner in the gazebo, by the open fire in the dining room, or on your private verandah.
With meals prepared using only organic produce from the farm, guests can enjoy a meal under the stars at the table or around the fire. Bush dinners and brunches can be prepared as well as packed picnics for those wanting a full day of game driving.
House in the Wild has several private villas, ideal for families or groups, as well as an ultra luxury villa, Wild Hill.
A private cottage with a huge bathroom with a copper bath, outdoor shower, a large verandah and lounge area. This cottage is perfect for those couples who enjoy waking up with the sunrise across the river, privacy, and watching hippos wallow below.
Under the shade of a huge Warburgia Tree, a double en suite cottage with a bathtub overlooking the river as well as outdoor shower. There is an upstairs loft chill-out area, with great views over the river, which has two lovely daybeds that can be used for children.
This cottage has a large verandah with one double and one twin bedroom, both with en-suite bathrooms, each with baths and an outside star shower.
This private cottage has two large double en-suite rooms with its own huge private lawn, verandah and lounge area with a large fireplace and bar. Both bedrooms have an outdoor shower and copper bathtub.
Set in a beautiful spot in the shade of huge leafy trees on the banks of the Mara River, and with its own huge verandah and bath overlooking the river, this is the perfect room for a romantic safari stay.
A beautiful twin/double ensuite cottage, tucked into huge trees and looking downstream towards the sunset. There is an outdoor star shower and a huge copper bath that overlooks the river. There is a verandah with a chill out space where you can enjoy private dining, chill out and enjoy quality time, or catch up on the world (if you have to...)
This private cottage was named after a resident cheetah whose images adorn the walls. It has two large double en-suite rooms, each with bathtub and shower. The cottage comes with its own huge private lawn, verandah and an indoor lounge area with a large fireplace, dining table and bar.
Property Facilities
Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room, Vegetarian, Wellness Centre
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fireplace, Fridge, Hairdryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Boules, Cooking Courses, Cycling, Elephant Interaction, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Horse-back Safaris, Massages, Night Drives, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cooking Courses, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Natural History Tours, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Our experienced guides knows the area intimately and there is plenty of game to see within the Enonkishu, Lemek and Ol Chorro Oiruwa conservancies, and very few other safari vehicles. Big cats, elephants and plains game are commonly seen within a 15 minute drive from the house, and there are more than 350 species of birds to discover. We follow a strict Code of Conduct in the Northern Mara Conservancies, where wildlife takes priority and sightings never have more than 5 cars. Game drives are shared in open-sided vehicles.
House in the Wild has a herd of 16 well-mannered horses based at the Mara Training Centre, a 15 minute drive from the lodge. A range of rides are on offer to suit all abilities. From easy rides in the Naretoi sanctuary, passing giraffe and zebra, to more energetic canters through the Enonkishu conservancy, this is a magical way to experience the spirit of the wild. Early morning is the best time to enjoy the wildlife and ride before the heat of the day, culminating in a beautiful bush breakfast.
Note. there is a weight limit of 85kgs for riders, and riding hats and chaps will be provided. Maximum 8 guests per ride.
Minimum age of 12 yrs and good riding competence for riding in the conservancy. Younger children can enjoy a ride around the farm.
On the edge of Kileleoni hill in Ol Chorro, guests can experience an extraordinary chance to walk with rhinos. There are two white rhinos in the Rhino Sanctuary and you will be accompanied and guided on distance and safety by armed rangers. The rhinos are wild but habituated to visitors, named Queen Elizabeth and Kofi Annan, and are under 24hr watch and care by the rangers for their safety.
Ride alongside the giraffe and zebra of Naretoi, or venture down to the Mara Training Centre where you can visit the Wild Shamba or see the women beading. Or explore the nearby villages and farmland, often greeted by children who'll run alongside your bike with huge smiles!
Visit to our Mara Training Centre founded by Tarquin and Lippa Wood. It is a hub of creativity, storytelling, teaching and sharing, where you can learn about rangeland management and our efforts to work with local communities to restore and maintain the natural environment through Sustainable Rangeland Management.
Meet the team behind the Women in the Wild, where you may find them beading, soap making, candle making or planting seedlings, and learn how to do traditional Maasai beading if you like. And explore the one acre Wild Shamba, our vegetable garden where produce is lovingly grown to serve at House in the Wild.
House in the Wild loves sharing the magic of safari with children of all ages, and creating amazing memories for the whole family to share. Our team can teach children Maasai skills and games, from jumping competitions to learning how to use a bow and arrow, milking cows and beadwork. There are lawn games - badminton, volleyball and ping pong, and of course the swimming pool to splash in! On game drives, our guides will engage children of any age to engage their curiosity to inspire a new generation of conservationists and wildlife lovers.
A walking safari is the perfect way to awaken the senses, hearing the breeze rustle through the grass, listen to bird calls and seek them out with your binoculars, see the tracks in the earth of hoof or paw prints and learn about them from your guide.
An authentic experience where our local Maasai guide takes you to his family home or the Emarti Primary and Secondary Schools are 5 km away from the main farm gate, crossing over the river at the Emarti Bridge. With over 700 children to visit guests always get a warm welcome.
Our team of Maasai watchmen on the farm are also talented singers and dancers, and always willing to perform their latest traditional hit at sundown on the lawn by the house.
Fishing in the Mara River – have a go after a morning game drive or over sunset on the edge of the Mara River fishing for catfish. If you catch it, take a picture and release it!
Our Cuisine
House in the Wild is very proud of the fact that all of the fresh veggies, eggs, milk, cream and baked goods are produced by the farm or the family. We have healthy and delicious ingredients delivered to our kitchen from the farm daily, to create sumptuous wholesome meals. Dining is either under the stars on a table by the campfire or in the dining area by the fire... Bush dinners and brunches can also be prepared and packed picnics for those wanting a full day of game driving.
