At Basecamp Masai Mara, 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.

Step outside your tent and into one of Kenya's most rewarding birding experiences. Over 300 species have been recorded here; a direct result of our years-long afforestation programme, which has steadily brought the surrounding ecosystem back to life through deliberate, community-led tree planting.

What began as a response to deforestation and ground erosion has quietly transformed into something remarkable. The trees came back, and with them, the birds; endemic species, seasonal visitors, and everything in between.

Our guided bird walking safaris take you through this living, breathing result of conservation in action. It's a gentler pace than a game drive, but no less extraordinary.

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.

Just steps from your tent, the Enjoolata Centre is a gathering place in every sense. Part education, part entertainment, it was built around a simple belief that awareness has the power to inspire change. Through exhibitions and conversations, it brings the Maasai community together around the stories and issues that matter most to this landscape and its people.

Spend time here and you'll also find local women at work, beading the intricate artwork that fills our shop.