An intimate camp nestled within a canopy of ancient ebony trees overlooking the Ntiakitiak River
Lounge and dining areas, a large terrace, a fire-pit, and a safari boutique
Just four double/twin en-suite tents, with separate lounges, shaded decks, and deep-soaking bathtubs
Game drives, hot air balloon flights, community visits, and the Young Explorers Program
The activities at Mara Toto Tree Camp are centred on game viewing in the Maasai Mara National Reserve and the private Mara North Conservancy.
Mara Toto Tree Camp is in the privileged position of being able to access both the Maasai Mara National Reserve and the private Mara North Conservancy. The camp owns two specially adapted Land Rovers, fantastic for navigating the local terrain. Both are open-sided, guaranteeing great views of the wildlife and well equipped for photography. The Maasai Mara is home to all Big Five – lion, rhino, leopard, elephant, and buffalo – as well as numerous smaller mammals and a seriously impressive bird count. From July to October, the huge herds of the Great Migration enter the reserve in search of fresh grazing. This is a particularly dramatic time of year to be in the Mara, not least for the spectacular river crossings! The camp can also provide a picnic lunch for guests wishing to spend the day out in the field.
Available at an additional cost, this activity involves ascending in a balloon at first light, to drift over the reserve just as the sun is rising. Watch as the sun illumines vast swaths of the Maasai Mara’s savanna, woods, and water sources. After an hour or so in the air, you’ll come back down to earth in time for a luxurious champagne breakfast. A truly memorable experience!
Camp staff are happy to arrange visits to Maasai bomas, a local school, and various community projects.
The Great Plains Young Explorers Program offers a range of thoughtfully crafted activities to keep young guests entertained, from birding to cooking and art to tracking wildlife. For more information about this or anything else to do with staying at Mara Toto Tree Camp, please contact a member of the Yellow Zebra team.
Mara Toto Tree Camp is located on a scenic bend of the Ntiakitiak River, with access to both the Maasai Mara National Reserve and the Mara North Conservancy. Guests usually fly from Nairobi Wilson to Ol Kiombo airstrip, before embarking on a 30-minute game drive to the camp. Private charters can land at nearby Weavers Airstrip, approximately 10 minutes from the camp.
The camp’s open-sided communal areas overlook the river, offering wonderful armchair wildlife viewing from a large wooden deck.
Here, meals using the freshest local ingredients are served al fresco. For cooler Mara evenings, the indoor dining room provides the ideal cozy retreat. Whether you’re relaxing with a book or enjoying a leisurely brunch, the deck is an ideal vantage point to admire the forest canopy and the river below. By night, guests gather round the crackling fire-pit for shared safari stories, while listening to the nocturnal sounds of the Mara. There’s also a safari boutique, which stocks a carefully curated selection of crafts, clothing, and jewelry. A range of spa treatments can be requested in-suite for an additional cost.
Guest accommodation at Mara Toto Tree Camp consists of just four luxurious tented suites, elevated within a canopy of ancient ebony trees overlooking the river’s edge.
The vintage safari style features lofty canvas ceilings, hardwood floors, and hand-carved Lamu-style furniture enhanced by soft leather sofas. Each suite offers double or twin beds draped in mosquito netting, a separate lounge with a writing desk, a fully stocked bar fridge, and a tea-and-coffee station. For guaranteed comfort, suites feature both overhead and standing fans, while yoga mats and light weights are provided for those wishing to exercise. Outside, shady private verandas invite guests to sink into a comfy chair for an hour or two with a good book before the next safari activity. The en-suite bathrooms are a further highlight, each featuring double stone basins, an indoor shower, and a deep-soaking bathtub – perfect for a long soak after a day out on safari. While the camp encourages full immersion in the bush, Wi-Fi is available in all suites for those who wish to stay connected. For ultimate privacy and the most secluded river views, honeymooners should request Suite #4.
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