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House in the Wild is a luxury boutique eco-lodge tucked away on a 1000 acre private estate on the banks of the Mara River.
The lodge is surrounded by the game within the Enonkishu Conservancy who migrate freely between the neighboring conservancies.
The lodge can comfortably accommodate up 16 people and is decorated with hand-crafted furniture and features modern amenities. House in the Wild comes fully staffed and has as an excellent chef and safari guide.
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 2 exclusive use luxury Villa's as their private Villa offering ; Jamani House and Amani House.
One double with a huge bathroom with a copper bath, 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 Warborgia Tree, a double en suite with massive bath overlooking the river. 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 two double rooms, 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.
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 private luxury safari.
This cottage was completed in October 2021 and is similar in design to the Hippo Cottage, a twin/ double ensuite, 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 beautiful 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 newly built (October 2023) private cottage named after our resident cheetah has two large double en-suite rooms with its own huge private lawn, verandah and lounge area with a large fireplace and bar.
A luxury private villa for exclusive use on the Mara River, upstream from House in the Wild.
Sleeps up to 12 pax
5 master rooms ensuite
An architectural masterpiece, incredible design by Kenya's best architects and contractors. An art lovers dream.
An elegant safari home, for exclusive use for groups of anything from 4-14.
This exceptional property has 7 bedrooms, a large living room with grand piano and huge fireplace. There is also a swimming pool (with a hot tub on the edge), pickle ball court, a media room with billiard table and a fully equipped gym.
The perfect venue for multigenerational groups.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fireplace, Fridge, 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
Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities, Foreign Exchange, 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, 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, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Hot Air Ballooning, Massages, 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. Big cats, elephants and plains game are commonly seen within a 15 minute drive from the house.
Safari – See the wildlife and the landscapes around us and learn about what makes the Maasai Mara so special.
Nature on foot – have a guided walk to learn while getting some exercise. Recommended going out for 1 or 2 hours, suitable for the whole family with children over 7.
Futures in the Wild Tour- Visit to our Mara Training Centre founded by Tarquin and Lippa Wood, learn about rangeland management and their efforts to work with local communities to restore and maintain the natural environment through Sustainable Rangeland Management. Visit our Futures in the Wild Women’s projects:
Tree planting: Meet the women who run the Trees in the Wild nursery and plant a tree.
Beading: See our women’s beading projects and learn to make yourself a Maasai bracelet.
Tennis – there is a tennis court with balls and rackets provided.
Local School Visits - visit the local Emarti school, the primary and the secondary school which was built by the Wood family and meet the amazing and warm children from the Emarti community.
Visit the local cattle market – a vibrant and buzzing atmosphere and a slice of real life in the Maasai Mara.
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!
Visits to the Rhino Sanctuary guests are able to walk with the rhino, while being protected by armed rangers.
Manyatta visit - Spend an hour at the local Maasai Village, learning about how their huts are made, how to make fire with only a couple of twigs, listen to the mammas sing and meet the children. Have a look at some of their handmade beaded items of jewellery or buy something to take home!
Helicopter flights over the Mara Plains, see Endafar info sheet
Balloon Safari’s - wake up at dawn and float over the wildlife and the Maasai Mara – a once in a lifetime opportunity.
A boda boda ride – Have a go at something different! Spend the morning driving off-road on a boda boda (the motorbikes seen all over our part of Africa) through the Enonkishu Conservancy, ending up with a breakfast overlooking the Mamusi Dam.
Visit the Mara Elephant Project – our partner in protecting the elephants in this area and reducing human – wildlife conflict. Please talk with your guide on arranging a visit to their HQ
Mountain bike riding
There is a huge amount and variety of bird species around the house. Much can be seen on guided walks along the river banks.
For the more energetic guests, a guided walk / climb up the Kileleoni Hill is well worth it. Being the highest point in the Greater Mara Ecosytem, the view stretches out as far as the eye can see. Also a great spot for sundowners or bush breakfasts for those who’d rather go up in the car!
At any moment in the day, there is bound to be some kind of interesting activity going on at the farm. An early morning 15 minute walk to the dairy herd to milk a cow for your morning coffee makes it all the more delicious.
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.
On the edge of the hill, guests can get up close to the tame rhinos in the Rhino Sanctuary.
Sit on the banks of the mara river and see who can catch the biggest catfish.
There is a tennis court on the farm, a 15 minute walk from the house, or a 5 minute drive away.
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.
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.
