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If you think of a Kenya safari and you experience visions of a camp close to a camp fire, and you jump at the sound of every thing you hear, this may discourage you from taking a safari in Kenya, we have a way around it, You can now sign up for a luxury safari. Luxury safaris in Africa are designed to allow you enjoy first class luxury accommodation combined with excellent wildlife and savannah scenery to die for.

There loads of advantages to this as you can immerse yourself in the call of the African bush while being able to unwind in pleasant and luxurious environs for the whole safari in Kenya. You can have a qualified tour guide and a safari vehicle solely for your use. Whether you sign up as a family safari, honeymoon holiday, single travelers adventure or a large group travel you will have lots of time and space to view the wildlife and the magnificent views from your very own viewing hatch without compromising quality, There is no need to share with others when you are on a luxury safari. All your dreams are satisfied, Should you choose a luxury Kenya safari then a luxury treatment a waits you with fantastic accommodation with a choice of safari lodge accommodation to permanent safari rented complete with en-suite. Whichever type you choose it will be maintained to the highest standard and ooze luxuriousness. . Whichever choice for accommodation you have chosen you are guaranteed the upmost level of travel exclusivity and luxury.

Embarking on a luxury Tanzania safari will also make this experience one of the best and unforgettable of your life. The staff will make sure that you are well looked after and are determined to assure that they leave a lasting memory about your safari trip.

Other safaris also permit you to travel by a horse or a canoe rather than by safari vehicle. This is truly a mind-blowing encounter which lets you get closer to the wildlife; there will be informed tour guides accompanying you at all time to making sure you are well informed. Whether you are a newlywed couple looking for a breathtaking memory or a large family wishing to experience an adventure together, a luxury safari is one of the best ways to enjoy life to the full without having to compromise on luxury and contentment.

Rusinga Island Lodge: Kenya Lodge Accommodation – A family friendly safari lodge in Kenya and a romantic setting with 7 stylish cottages, make Rusinga Island Lodge just the place to be for a wonderful holiday.

Lewa Wilderness Lodge is situated within the remarkable Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, one of Kenya’s major private conservation successes. This ranch lodge has a very homely feel and is a wonderful place for families and couples to enjoy a variety of exciting activities and some great game viewing. Perfect for family safaris and honeymoon safaris.

Porini Lion Camp is a classic tented camp located in the exclusive Olare Orok Conservancy. This expansive conservancy, which borders the Masai Mara Game Reserve, is home to an abundance of animals including the Big Cats for which the Mara is famous.

Rhino Porini Camp is located in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy near Mt Kenya and it’s a great place to see all of the Big 5 in one go. It is the largest sanctuary in East Africa for the endangered Black Rhino and the aim of the Conservancy is to generate profits from wildlife tourism for reinvesting into community development in the local area.

Mara Porini Camp has recently been set up in the exclusive wildlife conservancy of Ol Kinyei, a beautiful wilderness area in the Serengeti-Mara eco-system. It is outside the Mara Reserve so is away from the crowds but offers great wildlife viewing both in the conservancy and the Masai Mare Reserve itself.

Amboseli Porini Camp – This is a delightful bush camp in the Selenkay Conservancy, a private reserve beside Amboseli National Park. It is situated in unspoilt wilderness and is well off the beaten track. The Amboseli Porini Camp was rated as one of the top 50 eco-lodges in the World by the National Geographic Adventure magazine

Kioja ‘Star Beds’ – Loisaba Ranch is a completely different safari experience where you can sleep out underneath the stars in rustic comfort on a uniquely designed ‘Mukokoteni’ – a bed on wheels. Looked after by a team of traditional Samburu and Laikipiak Masai warriors a stay here is a truly memorable experience.

Loisaba Lodge is a remarkable ‘ranch lodge’ that offers a divers range of activities and on a property of untamed bush and rugged beauty. Loisaba is made for adventure and when combined with a stay at their community run ‘Star Beds’ Camp offers a unique bush experience.

Offbeat Mara Camp is situated along the Olare Orok river, on Koyiaki Group Ranch just north of the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Offbeat Mara is an ideal semi-permanent tented camp to explore the greater Mara area with amazing gameviewing throughout the year but especially during the annual wildebeest migration.

Sosian Ranch the Samburu word for “Wild Date Palm”, is an ideal ranch lodge for those looking for a unique and intimate bush experience. It offers a host of wildlife and ranching activities that’s ideal for honeymoon safaris or family safaris.

Lewa Safari Camp is situated in the northwest of the privately owned Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. This is a great tented camp from where to explore this remarkable area with the chance of encountering the Big Five

If you think of a Kenya safari and you experience visions of a camp close to a camp fire, and you jump at the sound of every thing you hear, this may discourage you from taking a safari in Kenya, we have a way around it, You can now sign up for a luxury safari. Luxury safaris in Africa are designed to allow you enjoy first class luxury accommodation combined with excellent wildlife and savannah scenery to die for.

There loads of advantages to this as you can immerse yourself in the call of the African bush while being able to unwind in pleasant and luxurious environs for the whole safari in Kenya. You can have a qualified tour guide and a safari vehicle solely for your use. Whether you sign up as a family safari, honeymoon holiday, single travelers adventure or a large group travel you will have lots of time and space to view the wildlife and the magnificent views from your very own viewing hatch without compromising quality, There is no need to share with others when you are on a luxury safari. All your dreams are satisfied, Should you choose a luxury Kenya safari then a luxury treatment a waits you with fantastic accommodation with a choice of safari lodge accommodation to permanent safari rented complete with en-suite. Whichever type you choose it will be maintained to the highest standard and ooze luxuriousness. . Whichever choice for accommodation you have chosen you are guaranteed the upmost level of travel exclusivity and luxury.

Embarking on a luxury Tanzania safari will also make this experience one of the best and unforgettable of your life. The staff will make sure that you are well looked after and are determined to assure that they leave a lasting memory about your safari trip.

Other safaris also permit you to travel by a horse or a canoe rather than by safari vehicle. This is truly a mind-blowing encounter which lets you get closer to the wildlife; there will be informed tour guides accompanying you at all time to making sure you are well informed. Whether you are a newlywed couple looking for a breathtaking memory or a large family wishing to experience an adventure together, a luxury safari is one of the best ways to enjoy life to the full without having to compromise on luxury and contentment.

Rusinga Island Lodge: Kenya Lodge Accommodation – A family friendly safari lodge in Kenya and a romantic setting with 7 stylish cottages, make Rusinga Island Lodge just the place to be for a wonderful holiday.

Lewa Wilderness Lodge is situated within the remarkable Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, one of Kenya’s major private conservation successes. This ranch lodge has a very homely feel and is a wonderful place for families and couples to enjoy a variety of exciting activities and some great game viewing. Perfect for family safaris and honeymoon safaris.

Porini Lion Camp is a classic tented camp located in the exclusive Olare Orok Conservancy. This expansive conservancy, which borders the Masai Mara Game Reserve, is home to an abundance of animals including the Big Cats for which the Mara is famous.

Rhino Porini Camp is located in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy near Mt Kenya and it’s a great place to see all of the Big 5 in one go. It is the largest sanctuary in East Africa for the endangered Black Rhino and the aim of the Conservancy is to generate profits from wildlife tourism for reinvesting into community development in the local area.

Mara Porini Camp has recently been set up in the exclusive wildlife conservancy of Ol Kinyei, a beautiful wilderness area in the Serengeti-Mara eco-system. It is outside the Mara Reserve so is away from the crowds but offers great wildlife viewing both in the conservancy and the Masai Mare Reserve itself.

Amboseli Porini Camp – This is a delightful bush camp in the Selenkay Conservancy, a private reserve beside Amboseli National Park. It is situated in unspoilt wilderness and is well off the beaten track. The Amboseli Porini Camp was rated as one of the top 50 eco-lodges in the World by the National Geographic Adventure magazine

Kioja ‘Star Beds’ – Loisaba Ranch is a completely different safari experience where you can sleep out underneath the stars in rustic comfort on a uniquely designed ‘Mukokoteni’ – a bed on wheels. Looked after by a team of traditional Samburu and Laikipiak Masai warriors a stay here is a truly memorable experience.

Loisaba Lodge is a remarkable ‘ranch lodge’ that offers a divers range of activities and on a property of untamed bush and rugged beauty. Loisaba is made for adventure and when combined with a stay at their community run ‘Star Beds’ Camp offers a unique bush experience.

Offbeat Mara Camp is situated along the Olare Orok river, on Koyiaki Group Ranch just north of the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Offbeat Mara is an ideal semi-permanent tented camp to explore the greater Mara area with amazing gameviewing throughout the year but especially during the annual wildebeest migration.

Sosian Ranch the Samburu word for “Wild Date Palm”, is an ideal ranch lodge for those looking for a unique and intimate bush experience. It offers a host of wildlife and ranching activities that’s ideal for honeymoon safaris or family safaris.

Lewa Safari Camp is situated in the northwest of the privately owned Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. This is a great tented camp from where to explore this remarkable area with the chance of encountering the Big Five

Kichwa Tembo Bateleur Camp is a luxury permanent safari camp situated on the border of the Masai Mara National Reserve in south-western Kenya. Kichwa Tembo Bateleur Camp is perfectly located for discovering the amazing secrets of one of Kenya’s finest safari parks.

Covering an area of some 1500 square kilometres, the Masai Mara has an abundance of game throughout the year, but from June to October comes the climax for which the area is world famous: The Great Migration. Considered to be the most awe-inspiring spectacle in the animal kingdom, millions of zebra and wildebeest cross the Mara River on their annual trek in search of new food sources.

Bateleur Camp at Kichwa Tembo and Kichwa Tembo Tented Safari Camp offer world-class accommodation in the Kenya. Meaning “head of the elephant” in the local Kiswahili, Kichwas Tembo is situated at the foot of the Oloololo Escarpment on the northwestern border of the Masai Mara Reserve within a private land concession leased from the local Masai people. This area is almost exclusively explored by our fly-in safari guests and is far less crowded that the more eastern areas of the Mara.

This exclusive safari camp is the epitome of private tented luxury. Kichwa Tembo Bateleur Camp is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and comprises just 2 intimate camps of nine tented suites each, with shingle roof, wooden doors and a private deck. Each tent is luxuriously furnished with gleaming wooden floors and wood-framed beds, overhead fan, twin hand basins, shower, private w.c, cupboards, leather chairs and writing table.

The tents are set among the forests on the edge of the Masai Mara, below the location where Out of Africa’s famous final scene was filmed. This romantic and totally private camp reflects the ambience of Kenyan safaris of the 1920’s and 1930’s.

Nestled in a lush riverine forest, the tented suites reflect classic elegance, with polished wooden floors and en suite bathrooms with glass-walled showers, twin hand-basins and a separate flush w.c.

Each tent has a private deck overlooking the vast game-filled plains of the Masai Mara. A personal butler will ensure your every need is catered.

The main guest areas, shaded by a dense forest canopy, consist of a sitting area with fireplaces and verandas with views of the endless game-filled Mara plains. Beautifully hand-crafted artefacts, fine antiques, leather buttoned Chesterfield sofas, books, crystal and candlelight adorn the comfortable sitting area and indoor/outdoor dining area and will transport guests back to the heyday of the romantic classic safari.

A unique feature is the treeshaded rim-flow lap pool with a view of the Mara. Your private butler will serve you delicious Pan-African cuisine in the dining area, on the veranda or in a romantic setting under the stars. Bush breakfasts and candlelit dinners offer an unforgettable experience of the African bush.

• Two intimate camps with nine tented suites each

• Expansive en suite bathrooms

• Ceiling fans

• Private butler service

• Elegant guest areas

• Lap pool

• Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World

The dining area and verandah have views of the endless game-filled plains of the Mara. Pan-African cuisine is served with flair, after dinner, enjoy a glass of port in front of the fire; Pan-African cuisine is often served in the bush at both dinner and breakfast, dinners are served in a clearing in the bush under a star-studded sky.The incredible effort, the surprise, the spectacular settings, visual impact and fairytale-like atmosphere of dining under the stars are an unforgettable African bush experience.

The main guest area, which is shaded by a dense forest canopy, has a reception area and a comfortable lounge with a fireplace. While you are relaxing inside the camp, you can take in endless, game-filled plains with the dramatic Oloololo Escarpment as a backdrop. The tree-shaded lap pool, almost 13 meters, long is a refreshing feature. The camp has a small curio shop, and you are welcome to visit the larger shop at Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp.

Olonana Camp is a luxury permanent safari Tented Camp located on the banks of the Mara River, in the heart of Kenya’s big game area of Masai Mara, Kenya. This unique setting offers a whole host of remarkable opportunities for safari adventures. In addition to big game viewing in the Masai Mara National Reserve, visitors are offered a rare glimpse of the day-to-day lives of the Masai people in the adjacent village.

Olonana camp features 12 spacious permanent tents, each tastefully filled with two comfortable queen-size beds, ensuite bathrooms with showers, and large, river view verandas. Enjoy a quiet evening drink, cozily seated on your own veranda, watching the hippos frolicking just before heading out for their nightly grazing.

The chefs will delight you with their exquisite cuisine. This can either be served al fresco, perched on the Siria escarpment overlooking the Mara plains, or as a picnic deep in the bush. Or you can sink into the comfortable sitting area with some books from the camp’s library lounge, and then enjoy a delicious dinner in the dining room overlooking the private section of the Mara River. Enjoy expert guided game drives in open vehicles, by day or by night, or join a walking safari for more intimate encounters. In addition to game viewing in the Reserve, visitors can catch a rare glimpse of the day-to-day lives of the fascinating Maasai people and their culture.

Olonana Tented Camp makes use of the Kichwa Tembo Tented safari Camps airstrip, which is 15 minutes away from the luxury camp. There are twice daily flights from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. We can organise flights and transfers on your behalf using Air Kenya or Safari link Air or charter a Flight. Olonana is also accessible by road. You are entirely at your own pace at Olonana Camp.

Certain events such as meals, and other activities operate according to the guests’ wishes and the opportunities presented by the changing patterns of animal activity. Game drives are, however, at set times as guests usually have to share vehicles and therefore depart at set times. Olonana’s quiet elegance is enhanced by highly personalized service, the management team customizing every detail so you can create your own African memories.

Olonana Camp has introduced an innovative wetland system to cleanse its wastewater before returning it to the natural environment. Sanctuary Lodges commissioned Dee Raymer, an expert in wetlands technology, to install a ‘constructed wetland’ to purify all the wastewater from Olonana’s tents, kitchens, staff quarters, and management housing.

Through a series 3 of carefully constructed ponds, this system purifies the water naturally, while also creating a habitat for a diversity of birds and other species. Olonana is one of only two hotels Camps and Lodge in Masai Mara Kenya that has a fully operational constructed wetland. Simply put, the water passes through a succession of connected ponds, and along the way, microbes, plants, and other life forms use the pollutants in the water as nutrients, utilizing them and eventually purifying the water.

Olonana’s wetland has a dedicated wetlands caretaker whose job is to ensure that it continues to operate effectively. We hope that Olonana’s system will inspire many other Hotels in Kenya to create similar systems for their waste. Through the Global Foundation, Olonana Camp is involved with a tree planting project to reintroduce the forest around the Mara. Guests are able to partake in the project and help with this good cause

The jewel in Africa’s crown, Maasai Mara is host to the most spectacular array of wildlife. Her 320 square kilometers of open savannah, woodlands and tree-lined rivers creates an eco-system which supports huge numbers of bird and mammal species. The western border of the park is the spectacular Siria Escarpment, and together with the acacia dotted plains, creates scenery of stunning beauty.

Lion are found in abundance throughout the park as are elephant, giraffe, a variety of gazelle species and zebra. Cheetah and leopard are also regularly seen and, if lucky, you may also find rhino. Game viewing is never dull in the Mara, and patience is often rewarded with unique sightings: a pride of lion stalking their prey; a solitary leopard retrieving its kill from the high branches of an acacia tree; male impala sparring to attract females into their harem; or even a herd of elephant protecting their young from opportunistic predators. The annual wildebeest migration traditionally is present in the Mara from August-October and at this time nature’s dramas unfold before your very eyes at every turn.

Olonana Camp features 14 spacious permanent tents, 12 tents are tastefully appointed with two comfortable queen-size beds, 1 tent with a king size bed (suitable for a Couple on a honeymoon safari) and one tent with two twin beds, ensuite bathrooms with showers, and large, riverview verandahs. Enjoy a quiet evening drink, cozily seated on your verandah, watching the hippo frolicking just before heading out for their nightly grazing.

Olonana’s superbly well-trained chefs will create a sumptuous dinner or breakfast, served al fresco, perched on the Siria Escarpment overlooking the river, with a wide selection of fine wines and spirits. Or perhaps you would prefer a romantic picnic deep in the wilderness or even sink into the comfortable sitting area with some books from the camp’s library lounge, and then enjoy a delicious dinner in the dining room overlooking Olonana’s private section of the Mara River.

Cottar’s Safari Camp is situated in an untouched, exclusive concession to the south east of Masai Mara, Kenya bordering the Serengeti and Loliondo reserves. Providing a guarantee of privacy and an abundance of wildlife, this 1920’s camp experience returns to the original spirit and essence of ’safari’ reminiscent of a golden bygone era; an era of romance, adventure and elegance.

Cottar Safari Camp tradition began in 1919. Eighty years on, we continue to provide an unparalleled tented safari camp experience to discerning clients in Africa. Extending an era of luxury and quality, Cottars Safari Hotel Service returns to the original spirit and essence of ’safari’, reminiscent of a golden era – an era of romance, professional guiding, adventure and elegance.

Calvin and Louise Cottar resides at the camp and are complimented by highly experienced and knowledgeable guides. African Safaris and Adventures will take you on walks through the bush to experience close encounters with wildlife. Being close to the border with the Serengeti, the spectacular wildebeest migration moves through this area every year and prolific game viewing is guaranteed whether on foot or in a 4-wheel drive vehicle. For those who find themselves hooked on Africa, there comes a time when they want something different, something remote and wild

The Cottar’s 1920’s Safari Camp is situated in our extensive and exclusive concession between the Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Loliondo reserves where a few Purko Maasai clan roam. This area has been untouched by any kind of tourism or development and offers the discerning client a guarantee of privacy.

Most importantly, while the Mara has a reputation of being over congested with mass tourism, Cottar’s have kept the secret of our area for years – no hot air balloons flying overhead, no minibuses buzzing around, no nearby lodges or low flying aircraft to disturb your special moments. The area is more akin to being in the expansive Serengeti National Park, but with the advantage of ‘off the road’ driving due to the very low vehicle density of the area, and the fact that we can walk and operate ‘night drive’ activities in our community concession.

Cottar’s safari Camp Hotel Accommodation: The camp accommodates up to 16 guests in authentic, spacious white canvas tents. The camp has 6 1920s style en suite white tents, and 4 family tents – each with 2 en suite bedrooms and a shared sitting room, a canopied verandah and carefully arranged to ensure privacy. Each tent is luxuriously furnished with safari antiques from the 1920’s, private ensuite dressing rooms/bathrooms, showers and flush toilets. The camp is equipped with a tented library/reading room and the cuisine and silver service is of the highest standard to be found in the bush. Each tent has its own private butler.

Cottar’s safari camp Activities: As our concession is outside the game parks, therefore guided walks and night drives are allowed and highly recommended. By walking, guests can get that much closer to nature, and if an opportunity to track wild game presents itself, our trained trackers will take guests even closer still. On a more self-indulgent note, our masseuse will now be based full-time at the camp for complimentary massages, manicures and pedicures. Any other needs that guests may have will be met by butlers who have been trained to provide guests with discreet, yet attentive service.

Facilities:

The camp is equipped with great facilities and the cuisine and silver service is of the highest standard to be found in the bush. These facilities include:

1. Bush Meals

2. Soft drinks, beer, house wines and non-luxury spirits

3. Swimming pool

4. Sundowners

5. Massage

6. Tented reading room/ Library

7. Laundry service