Encounter Mara Camp

Encounter Mara is a luxury tented camp, tucked in a shady forest of Euclea trees on the edge of a vast open plain in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy. The camp is all canvas but comfortable and stylish, however, and certainly aimed at those who appreciate a bit of simple luxury.

The Encounter Mara Camp is the sister camp to other Asilia Africa camps nearby, Naboisho and Rekero.

The main areas at the camp of two separate tents, one for dining, with a large communal dining table, and one as a lounge, furnished with comfortable, yet contemporary chairs and sofas. For much of the year, and depending on guests’ preferences, meals are taken outside: on the lawn for breakfast or brunch, or in a shady spot nearby for lunch and dinner.

A short distance away from the main area is a thatch-covered deck overlooking a salt lick, frequented by elephant, buffalo, and even the odd lion! It’s a lovely spot to take a drink and sit with a pair of binoculars between activities, and occasionally meals are served here too.

The contemporary style has been carried through to Encounter Mara’s 10 tents, which includes a family tent, and are classic in design, with flaps that open up almost entirely at the front, and with one wall made entirely of mosquito screen. The tents are bright and airy, with plenty of room for the king-sized beds, flanked by modern and stylish bedside lights. Each tent can be a double or a single, or if necessary can accommodate a double bed and two singles.

The bathroom is located at the back of the tent, with a flush toilet, twin washbasins with cold water, and a 40-litre safari shower of hot water, filled by the staff on request.

Outside on a shaded veranda are two directors’ chairs and a large and comfortable day bed. Most tents also feature a hammock hanging beneath a nearby tree. In short, there are plenty of spots to while away your siesta time – and all of them look out over the plains in front of the camp.

*For a full list of available activities, the best time of the year to visit, and any other relevant enquiries, please contact a Sister Hippo Travel Consultant!