Kobe Mara Safari Camp Masai Mara

Kobe Mara is a boutique Maasai-owned safari camp set on private land at the edge of the Maasai Mara. Perched on a ridge overlooking the Maasai Mara National Reserve and the Oloololo Escarpment, the camp is unfenced and open to the wild wildebeest drifting past, and a waterhole in front of the Kobe House veranda draws a steady procession of animals throughout the day. Because it sits just outside the reserve on private land, guests avoid park entry and community fees while still enjoying direct access to the reserve through the quiet Zebra Barrier gate.

Kobe Mara offers two accommodation options. Kobe House is a spacious, open-plan four-bedroom safari home in the heart of the bush, available on an exclusive, single-group basis, ideal for families and friends traveling together, with multiple seating and dining areas, sweeping sunset views, and full board, including meals and non-alcoholic drinks.

Kobe’s safari tents are comfortable two-person tents that pair a genuine bush experience with the choice of a full-board package or a self-catering kitchenette. Every stay is supported by the camp’s chefs, housekeeping, security team, and manager. The whole property can also be booked together for larger groups.

Kobe Mara was founded by Jacky Sairowua, a Maasai entrepreneur, who developed her family’s land in the heart of the Mara into the camp it is today. It is run almost entirely by a Maasai team, so a stay directly supports local livelihoods and community-driven conservation, and provides an authentic connection to the people and culture of the Mara, not only its wildlife.

The camp treads lightly: it is fully solar-powered, draws water from its own borehole, plants only native species without pesticides, furnishes with sustainable timber, and recycles waste in Nairobi while composting organic waste on site.

Days are spent on game drives into the reserve and across the surrounding wilderness, with sundowners, fireside evenings and Maasai cultural experiences back at camp. With reliable on-site connectivity, Kobe suits everything from a classic safari holiday to a Nairobi weekend escape or a longer stay while working remotely from the bush. The camp is reached by a 45-minute flight from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to nearby Mara airstrips, or around five to six hours by road.

Location & Accessibility

Kobe Mara Safari Camp sits right on the edge of the Maasai Mara, next to a small, quiet entry point called Zebra Barrier, putting camp guests just 1–2 minutes from the reserve boundary.

By Road (approximately 5–5.5 hours from Nairobi)

✓ Drive from Nairobi to Narok
✓ From Talek, turn right onto the C14 toward Aitong
✓ From Narok, follow the road toward Sekenani Main Gate
✓ Take a right just before reaching Sekenani Gate, in Sekenani town
✓ Follow the road until crossing the Simba Bridge, continuing on toward Talek
✓ A little less than 6 km from Talek, turn left onto the road marked by the first Kobe Mara sign
✓ Continue down this road for approximately 1.5 km, taking care not to bend right into Olare-Motorgi Conservancy
✓ Once Zebra Plains Camp is visible on the left, look for tracks bending right; don’t turn left into Zebra Plains Camp
✓ Within a few hundred meters, reach a small junction and follow the track right, marked “Zebra Barrier” with the small circular Kobe Mara sign
✓ Approximately 350 meters further, signs to Kobe Mara appear on the left; follow signage to either Kobe Camp or Kobe House depending on your booking

By Air (approximately 45 minutes from Nairobi)

✓ Olkiombo Airstrip: the closest and most convenient airstrip, preferred by most guests
✓ Olare Orok Airstrip: also nearby, usable for a small surcharge covering private conservancy access
✓ Daily scheduled bush flights from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport: the quickest and most comfortable way to reach camp
✓ Flights into other Maasai Mara airstrips can also be accommodated, with pick-up arranged and transfer times varying by location

Nearest Gates

✓ Talek Gate: approximately 20 minutes
✓ Mpaui Gate: approximately 15 minutes
✓ Zebra Barrier: right on the edge of the property, 1–2 minutes’ drive

Scheduled Carriers from Wilson Airport

✓ Fly ALS
✓ FlyAirVan
✓ AirKenya Express
✓ Safarilink Aviation
✓ Mombasa Air Safari

Airstrip Transfers

✓ Pick-up available by one of Kobe Mara’s safari guides (charged separately)

Vehicle Requirements

✓ A 4×4 is recommended during the rainy season, when road conditions can be difficult to predict
✓ Kobe Mara is reachable with a regular vehicle, though sufficient ground clearance is recommended

Accommodation

Kobe Mara offers two distinct ways to stay: the spacious, exclusive-use Kobe House, or the more intimate Kobe Tents, with the option to rent the entire property for full privacy.

Kobe House

Kobe House is an open-layout safari home in the middle of the bush. This spacious 4-bedroom retreat is thoughtfully designed for optimal comfort, offering multiple seating and dining areas and breathtaking sunset views. The warm and welcoming staff are always on hand with a smile, dedicated to making every stay truly unforgettable.

At a Glance

✓ 2 double beds
✓ 4 bedrooms in total
✓ 4 en-suite bathrooms
✓ Optional extra 1-person bed
✓ 3 king beds (with the option to split into singles)

Amenities

✓ Veranda lounge area
✓ High-quality Starlink Wi-Fi
✓ Dining veranda with BBQ grill
✓ Seating area in front of a cozy fireplace
✓ Sustainable, exclusive-use safari home
✓ Flatscreen TV for special events and workshops
✓ Large living room with kitchen, bar, and dining area
✓ Immediate access to the Maasai Mara via the Zebra Barrier gate

Experiences

✓ Golden sunsets
✓ Fire pit evenings
✓ Quiet bush atmosphere
✓ Outdoor dining moments
✓ Wildlife viewing opportunities
✓ Waterhole within viewing distance

Kobe House Notes

✓ An extra 1-person bed is available, suitable for children
✓ A cot and high chair are available for children under 2 (subject to availability)
✓ Rates are on a full board basis, food and non-alcoholic drinks included, with the house fully serviced by housekeeping and waiters
✓ The entire property is guarded and monitored by a security team, with askaris available for a friendly conversation and to escort guests to and from their vehicle and accommodation
✓ Kobe House is rented for single group usage, so in principle it’s booked on an exclusive basis, though on occasion, the manager may open the house veranda to other guests for special celebrations, such as a Maasai cultural festivity evening or Christmas

Kobe Tents

Kobe Camp offers an intimate escape with four cozy, fully equipped safari tents that blend comfort, wilderness, and sustainability. Wake up to birdsong, fall asleep under the stars — this is the bush, uninterrupted.

At a Glance

✓ King or Queen bed
✓ 4 tents, each accommodating 2 people
✓ En-suite bathroom with hot water shower
✓ Optional extra 1-person bed (subject to availability)

Amenities

✓ Fire pit and safari chairs
✓ High-quality Starlink Wi-Fi
✓ Outdoor and semi-outdoor private dining areas
✓ Optional self-cooking kitchenette with stove, fridge, and sink

Experiences

✓ Fire pit evenings
✓ Golden sunsets
✓ Quiet bush atmosphere
✓ Wildlife viewing opportunities

Kobe Tents Notes

✓ A cot and high chair are available for children under 2 (subject to availability)
✓ An extra 1-person bed is available, suitable for children (subject to availability)
✓ Rates are on a full board basis, food and non-alcoholic drinks included, with tents fully serviced by housekeeping and waiters
✓ The entire property is guarded and monitored by a security team, with askaris available for a friendly conversation and to escort guests to and from their vehicle and accommodation

Full Property Rental (Exclusive-Use)

For guests seeking complete privacy and an elevated safari experience, Kobe Mara offers the opportunity to rent the entire camp on an exclusive-use basis, combining Kobe House and all four Kobe Tents to comfortably sleep up to 18 guests.

With no outside visitors, the group enjoys total seclusion, personalized service, and the freedom to shape the camp entirely around its own needs, ideal for large group travelers, families and friends traveling together, corporate retreats, team-building experiences, business conferences, yoga retreats, or anyone wishing to experience the Maasai Mara in a private and intimate setting.

Exclusive Use of Kobe Mara Allows For:

✓ Complete privacy throughout the camp
✓ A dedicated team focused solely on your guests
✓ Flexible schedules for meals, activities, and game drives
✓ Customized experiences tailored to the group’s interests

Experiences & Activities

When staying at Kobe Mara, guests are invited to truly immerse themselves in nature and embrace the gentle rhythm of the bush sipping morning coffee as impala graze nearby, watching resident buffalo make their way to the waterhole while lost in a good book, or gathering around the campfire as evening falls to hear stories from the camp’s Maasai staff, accompanied by the cackle of hyenas and the distant roar of a lion carried on the night air.

The Kobe Mara Experience

✓ Yoga
✓ Food & beverages by chef Julius and Stephen
✓ Remote working, supported by high-quality Starlink Wi-Fi
✓ Kobe House waterhole animals come to drink within viewing distance of camp

Activities Offered by Kobe Mara

✓ Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Balloon safaris over the Maasai Mara
✓ Birdwatching: Birdwatching across the camp grounds and surrounding bush
✓ Guided Game Drives: Guided safari drives in the Maasai Mara National Reserve
✓ Maa Trust Beading Workshop: Beading workshop and tree nursery tour at the Maa Trust
✓ Maasai Village Visit: A visit to a Maasai village (manyatta) for an immersive cultural experience

Highlights

✓ On-site waterhole where impala, buffalo, and other wildlife come to drink in full view of camp
✓ High-quality Starlink Wi-Fi throughout, supporting remote work alongside full bush immersion
✓ Full board rates across all accommodation, with dedicated housekeeping, waiters, and 24-hour security
✓ Flexible exclusive-use option ideal for large groups, corporate retreats, team-building, and yoga retreats
✓ Located right on the edge of the Maasai Mara, just 1–2 minutes from the reserve via the private Zebra Barrier gate
✓ Guided game drives, hot air balloon safaris, and cultural immersion through Maa Trust workshops and Maasai village visits
✓ Approximately 45 minutes by air or 5–5.5 hours by road from Nairobi, with daily scheduled flights into nearby Olkiombo Airstrip
✓ Two distinct ways to stay the spacious 4-bedroom Kobe House or four intimate Kobe Tents, with full-property exclusive rental sleeping up to 18 guests

Kobe Mara Safari Camp Masai Mara Non-Resident Accommodation Rates Per Night Include

Accommodation on a full-board basis

Notes

 * Subject to availability, we can add an extra 1-person bed to one of the safari tents. Suitable for children/family members

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