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Mara Plains Camp

Olare Orok Conservancy, Masai Mara National Reserve 0000, Kenya
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Twyford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

Mara Plains was our last stop on a 10 day safari throughout Kenya. Each camp was unique in their own way and we ended at Mara Plains as we knew the game viewing would be exceptional. We were not disappointed! Daniel and Duncan were our guides and knew the land, animals, and history in immense detail. They were sweet with... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2012

From the second you are greeted on the runway by the smily enthusiastic staff your life will change forever. It exceeded my expectations beyond explanation - from the extremely helpful and enthusiastic staff and the hospitality, the animals, the food, to the incredible day to day experiences that is Mara Plains Camp. I could go on forever but I think... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012

My husband and I spent 5 nights at Mara Plains in mid-November, and it seems we could not have chosen a better time and a better place. It turned out that we were the only guests at the end of the season and shortly before the camp is to undergo a thorough renovation - not that it needs that in... More

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Knoxville, TN
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 November 2012

My husband and I stayed at Mara Plains for four nights in October. It exceeded our expectations in every dimension. The wildlife was amazing. We had no idea that we would see that quantity and variety of animals. Cats everywhere. Babies everywhere. We saw a kill, steal, and crossing. Our guide Daniel was fantastic and we can't imagine a better... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2012

We recently stayed 3 nights at this camp and had a fantastic time. We have been fortunate to have been on safari a number of times and this rates as one of the best. Richard and Lorna are excellent hosts who do everything possible to make your stay with them as good as it can be. A safari is made... More

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Colorado Springs, CO
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012

I stayed at Mara Plains on the last leg of my first safari in September 2012. Although the entire trip was fantastic, they definitely saved the best for last. Mara Plains was enchanting and I felt like I was living in the BBC series "Big Cat Diary" the entire time. Richard and Lorna were amazing hosts. They were so friendly... More

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Redondo Beach, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

thank you Mara Plains for giving us the best safari out of a six-week, four country tour. the tents are perfect. the dinners were awesome and the food on the drives were absolutely great. it was nice that we got to stay out all day instead of having to come back to EAT. POOEY! the crossing with the zebras and... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2012

My husband and I stayed at the Mara Plains Camp while on safari in the Masai Mara for four days in July. Being an avid photographer, this camp suited our purposes exceedingly well because the game drives prioritized your nature experience and so we did not have to return to camp for set meal times. The camp is owned by... More

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Newport Beach, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2012

Mara Plains is fantastic! First of all the camp is just outside the Maasai Mara National Reserve in the Olare Orok Conservancy and only the camps in side Olare Orok Conservancy can travel within the Conservancy. This means that there will be very few vehicles when there is a siding. There are 4 lion prides in the conservancy, so on... More

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New Jersey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

The atmosphere at this camp was quite nice. Our tent (#6?) was very comfortable with a good porch view of the plains. Our guide Kevin was incredible - he always knew where to go and his instincts were remarkable. He's from the area and knows every part of the park. With him we were able to see some of the... More

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Also Known As:
Mara Plains Camp Hotel Maasai Mara National Reserve
Mara Plains Camp Hotel
Mara Plains Camp Kenya/Masai Mara National Reserve
Address: Olare Orok Conservancy, Masai Mara National Reserve 0000, Kenya
Region: Kenya > Rift Valley Province > Masai Mara National Reserve
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Children Activities Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #33 of 97 Speciality lodging in Masai Mara National Reserve
Price range (per night): $429 - $663
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This is a small, high quality, six-roomed camp under canvas, located within the private Olare Orok Conservancy and just a few hundred meters to the north of the Masai Mara National Reserve boundary. Guests can game drive in both the Masai Mara National Reserve and the Conservancy away from the crowds. It is a fabulous wildlife reserve of 30000 acres, rich in wildlife (with all the predators and big cats in particular), with the lowest vehicle density in the Mara, no mini-buses and only one guest room per 700 acres. ... more   less 

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