Instinct of the Mara Luxury Camp Masai Mara Game Reserve
The instinct of the Mara is a luxury safari lodge set in Olderkesi Conservancy southeast of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The camp was previously known as Impiripiri Camp, Muthaiga Safari Camp, and Black Leopard Retreat. The camp is located approximately 320 km southwest of Nairobi, 45 Minutes away by air from Nairobi Wilson Airport, and 6 hours by road.

The instinct of Mara Camp has 7 Premium Tented Suites and 2 Luxury Tented Suites furnished with large double beds, hand-woven rugs, safari chests, and writing desks. Each has a wooden veranda overlooking the savannah. The 2 luxury tented suites have 2 en-suite bedrooms and a living room adorned with local fabrics and craftwork.
The Olderkesi area is home to one of the largest packs of wild dogs in the Mara ecosystem. While enjoying a drink on your patio, expect frequent visitors like lions, wild dogs, wildebeest, greater kudu, and buffalo.
The dining tent, complete with traditional safari equipment and Swahili ornaments, opens onto a savannah and a waterhole often visited by wildlife. This eco-friendly campus solar and wind energy has initiated many wildlife and community preservation projects.
The camp is built on land leased from the Maasai and its local staff is happy to introduce guests to their culture and traditions. Activities are arranged to each guest’s preference, each day tailor-made. Options include: Game drives (day and night) are in custom-built 4×4 vehicles with open roof hatches and sides with each guest guaranteed a window seat.
Guests are welcome to visit local villages and schools and to attend the weekly Maasai market, the waterfall is a stunning location with incredible views, an exciting hike, and the opportunity to swim at a stunning spot underneath the falls, safari bushwalks in the surrounding area and sundowners on the nearby hills offer the most splendid view of Maasai land
Other activities include bird watching around the camp or on guided ornithological walks, cultural visits to the local Maasai villages (market, homes, and schools), and balloon safaris (at additional cost).
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Instinct of the Mara Camp Non-Resident Accommodation Rates
Instinct of the Mara Camp Non-Resident Accommodation Rates Per Night Include;
Full Board Accommodation + Soft Drinks, Beers & House wines + Two Game Drives daily + Airstrip transfers + Guided Safari Walks + Night Game Drives + Laundry + Bush meals and Bird Watching
Dates From |
Dates To | Single Room (1 Guest) |
Double Room (2 Guests) |
Children 6-14 years Sharing with Adults |
Children 6-14 Years in Own Room |
9th Jan 2023 |
31st Mar 2023 | 470 US Dollars | 795 US Dollars | 210 US Dollars | 310 US Dollars |
1st Apr 2023 | 6th Apr 2023 | 385 US Dollars | 630 US Dollars | 165 US Dollars |
240 US Dollars |
7th Apr 2023 |
9th Apr 2023 | 580 US Dollars | 970 US Dollars | 260 US Dollars | 375 US Dollars |
10th Apr 2023 | 31st May 2023 | 385 US Dollars | 630 US Dollars | 165 US Dollars |
240 US Dollars |
1st Jun 2023 |
30th Jun 2023 | 470 US Dollars | 795 US Dollars | 210 US Dollars | 310 US Dollars |
1st Jul 2023 | 30th Sep 2023 | 580 US Dollars | 970 US Dollars | 260 US Dollars |
375 US Dollars |
1st Oct 2023 |
31st Oct 2023 | 470 US Dollars | 795 US Dollars | 210 US Dollars | 310 US Dollars |
1st Nov 2023 | 15th Dec 2023 | 385 US Dollars | 630 US Dollars | 165 US Dollars |
240 US Dollars |
16th Dec 2023 |
5th Jan 2024 | 580 US Dollars | 970 US Dollars | 260 US Dollars |
375 US Dollars |
Note
* Conservancy fees Adult – 60 US Dollars
* Conservancy Fees Child – 30 US Dollars
* Extra lunch – 30 US Dollars per person
* Late Check-out; Late check-out can be arranged but has to be prearranged
* Family suite supplement – 30 US Dollars per adult & 15 US Dollars per child per night
* Easter Supplement – 30 US Dollars per adult & 15 US Dollars per child – Valid (15th – 17th April 2022)
* Christmas supplement – 50 US Dollars per person per night. Minimum 3 nights’ stay – Valid(25th & 31st Dec 2022)
* Check-out is at 10.00 am. Late Departure surcharge: Late departure can be arranged but must be pre-booked and a surcharge may apply for activities and other services
Non-Resident Accommodation Rates Per Night Exclude;
* Tips
* Items of personal nature
* Masai Village entry fee & balloon safaris
* Champagne, luxury spirits & select wines
* Flying Doctors emergency evacuation membership
* Extra Lunch – 35 US Dollars Per person (afternoon departures)
* Park fees for Children: (below 13 Years) – 45 US Dollars per child per night
* Park fees Adults (13 Years and above) – 80 US Dollars per person per night
* Children are charged from the ages of 5 until 12 years, children under 5 are free of charge, however, children older than 2 will be required to pay park fees
Instinct of the Mara Camp Resident Accommodation Rates
Instinct of the Mara Camp Resident Accommodation Rates Per Night Include;
Full board accommodation, mineral water, tea & coffee + Guided game walks + One game drive in the conservancy
Dates From |
Dates To | Single Room (1 Guest) |
Double Room (2 Guests) |
Children 6-14 years Sharing with Adults |
Children 6-14 Years in Own Room |
9th Jan 2023 |
6th Apr 2023 | 25,400 Kenya Shillings |
45,000 Kenya Shillings |
11,300 Kenya Shillings |
16,900 Kenya Shillings |
7th Apr 2023 | 9th Apr 2023 | 28,800 Kenya Shillings |
49,000 Kenya Shillings |
12,300 Kenya Shillings |
18,400 |
10th Apr 2023 |
30th Jun 2023 | 25,400 Kenya Shillings |
45,000 Kenya Shillings |
11,300 Kenya Shillings |
16,900 Kenya Shillings |
1st Jul 2023 | 31st Oct 2023 | 28,800 Kenya Shillings |
49,000 Kenya Shillings |
12,300 Kenya Shillings |
18,400 |
1st Nov 2023 |
15th Dec 2023 | 25,400 Kenya Shillings |
45,000 Kenya Shillings |
11,300 Kenya Shillings |
16,900 Kenya Shillings |
16th Dec 2023 | 8th Jan 2024 | 28,800 Kenya Shillings |
49,000 Kenya Shillings |
12,300 Kenya Shillings |
18,400 |
Notes
* Conservation fees per adult per night – 1,250 Kenya Shillings
* Conservation fees per child per night (6-16 years) 625 Kenya Shillings
* Christmas and New Year’s Eve supplement 5,000/-per person per night. Minimum 3 nights’ stay, Luxury Family Suite supplement 3,500/- per person per night
* Check-out is at 10.00 am. Late Departure surcharge: Late departure can be arranged but must be pre-booked and a surcharge may apply for extra lunch 3,000/- per person), activities, and other services
Resident Accommodation Rates Per Night Include;
* Tips
* Drinks
* Cultural visits
* Spa treatments
* Airstrip transfers
* Sundowner trips and bush breakfasts
* Park fees – adult 1,000 Kenya Shillings and children 500 Kenya Shillings per person
* Conservancy fees for adults are 1,250 Kenya Shillings and for children 625 Kenya Shillings per day
Booking & Reservations Instinct of the Mara Camp Contact
Mobile: + 254-721-242-711
WhatsApp: +254-721-242-711
Reservations: +254 718-179-967
Email: info@africanspicesafaris.com
Website: https://africanspicesafaris.com