KAREN BLIXEN CAMP
Masai Mara , Kenya

Introduction

Karen Blixen Camp is set on the bank of the Mara River in a private concession of land leased from a Masai landlord.  The location is spectacular, with the great Mara plains behind the camp and the impressive escarpment and Mara River in front.  Zebras, elephants and hippos are found drinking from the river throughout the day.

Camp Description

Twenty two spacious en-suite tents are set up for providing a luxurious and stylish retreat. The tents are set on large mahogany platforms, each with a spacious veranda and cushion filled day bed from which one can enjoy a relaxing view of the wonderful surroundings. Tents can be configured for either double or twin occupancy. The open plan dining area is beautifully located on the banks of the Mara River overlooking the resident hippo pod. Pan-African, Italian, Asian and gourmet cuisine are served alongside a comprehensive selection of wines. The reception area has been decorated with accurate copies of Karen Blixen' s own furniture. A swimming pool with sun-beds and umbrellas is located in a quiet corner behind the dining area.

Game Viewing

Lion, cheetah, leopard, buffalo, elephant, rhino, giraffe, various antelopes, wildebeest, zebra and warthogs can often be seen on game drives in the area. The birdlife is also excellent around the camp and surrounding environs. From the camp you can explore the quiet corner of the Mara ecosystem of the Koiyaki Lemek Group Ranch which is home to the famed Leopard Gorge which has provided the stage for numerous BBC, National Geographic and Discovery Channel documentaries including the Big Cat Diaries. As the camp is located on a private ranch, it enjoys the benefits of both unfenced access to the Masai Mara Game Reserve and private game viewing within the ranch.

Wildlife Activities

• Day, afternoon and night game drives

• Bush walks with knowledgeable Masai guides and rangers

• Cultural visits to Masai villages, school or church

• Spa treatments

How To Get There

SUNSAFARIS can arrange scheduled flights to the Masai Mara's airstrips.

To/From Nairobi: The camp is accessible by either scheduled flights from Nairobi, Mombasa, Samburu, Lewa Downs and Nayuki or by private charter flights. Musiara (40 minute drive from the camp) or Mara Safari Club (1 hour from the camp) is the nearest airstrips. Both are serviced twice a day by Air Kenya and Safari Link flights from Nairobi Wilson airport. For those wishing to visit Karen Blixen from the coast, Mombasa Air operates daily flights into the nearby airstrips.

Child Policy

Children welcome.