Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara

Staying at Kempinski Olare Mara was truly the most beautiful and unforgettable experience of my life. From the moment I arrived, I was surrounded by breathtaking nature, impeccable service, and genuine hospitality. Every game drive felt like a dream, every meal was exceptional, and every member of the team made me feel so welcome and cared for. This is not just a lodge — it’s a sanctuary where luxury meets the wild in the most magical way. I’ll cherish every memory and can’t wait to return. Thank you for an experience beyond words.

Camp incrível, as tendas são lindas, serviço super atencioso, rangers experientes, comida gostosa, experiencias bacanas. Internet funciona na recepção e não nos quartos. Aconselho perguntar sobre todas as experiencias disponíveis no Mara. Tem 1 sala de massagens e piscina.

Our trip turned out to be more than expected. The services were impeccable, starting from the air ***** pickup down to every detail within the camp. Definitely an exclusive & extraordinary experience. Our guide Rafael was too kind, engaging & walked us through all the aspects during game drives. The room service & cleaning attendant Paul was spot on. The food was curated to meet our dietary requirements & exquisite. The chef, Kelvin, Hezron & Moses were efficient, kind & hospitable. The Manager Leaky was very understanding & accomodating. Lastly the guides who ensured our safety at night from the tents to the dining area; they are heroes . Would recommend 10/10.

He repetido la experiencia y me ha gustado aún más que la primera vez. El personal del hotel, empezando por Dominic, es muy profesional, encantadores y amables; están constantemente intentando mejorar nuestra estancia. Hemos tenido la suerte de tener un tiempo maravilloso, el parque está precioso y hemos visto todo tipo de animales. Muchas gracias a todo el personal y repetiremos seguro !

We visited the Masai Mara as a multi family of 8 and decided to stay at Olare Mara Kempinski. It was the best decision!!!! Once you get there, everything is included in the price. The hotel has no fence so you are right in the middle of nature: animals come into camp all the time. Every single person in the staff is fantastic!!!! They are so accommodating, even changing the menu for us. From our guides to the person who cleaned our rooms to the chef …they are all ready to help and with a smile in their faces. Our guides were amazing!!!!! So knowledgeable, always going above and beyond to provide the experience we wanted and to find the animals. They also explained a lot of the cultural characteristics of the Mara tribe. We had a great experience. Even though we arrived early in the morning, they gave us our rooms right away and on checkout day, they let us stay in our rooms until it was time to leave even though we left late afternoon Highly recommended!!!

I recently stayed at the Olare Mara Kempinski for a three-night safari with my partner. The staff, facilities, and location were lovely and enabled us to have the most personalized safari experience to date. Location: Located in the Olare Conservancy in the northern Mara, the lodge benefits from an exclusive setting with only four other camps permitted in the area. This meant we only encountered a handful of other vehicles on most drives. Wildlife: The limited human presence meant Giraffes, Zebras, Elephants and Hippos frequently passed by the lodge. We also spotted Lions and Wildebeests on most drives, with a Cheetah on the last day. Staff: Dominic, the General Manager, ensured our trip was personalised, complete with dinners by the fire and day trips. Moses and the restaurant staff quickly learned our preferences for drinks and meals. Our guide, Dixon, was fantastic and his extensive knowledge of the Mara and ability to locate animals was truly impressive. We also appreciated his flexibility in extending drives, especially after rainy days. Food & Drink: The quality of the meals was exceptional, particularly given the camp's remote location. The three-course menu, which changed daily, offered variety and was on par with other Kempinski properties we've visited worldwide. All soft and alcoholic drinks were included and available throughout the day. The wine selection was excellent, however I would encourage that the menus are made available such that the drinks options are more visible to guests. Rooms: The rooms feature large king beds, private terraces facing the river, high-pressure hot showers, and a bath, with toiletries consistent with other Kempinski hotels. We were kindly upgraded to Room 12, which provided a front-row view of the hippo pond and giraffes and elephants traversing the savanna. While the hippos can be loud, earplugs easily mitigated any disturbance. Wider Facilities: The design beautifully balances safari-style tents on the outside with luxury hotel decor on the inside. The main lobby area offers ample seating, a lovely fire in the evening, and a veranda perfect for evening drinks. My partner thoroughly enjoyed her massage at the spa overlooking the river. There is a non-heated pool, though we didn't use it. One recommendation would be to retreat the wooden flooring around the camp, as it is starting to look quite weathered.