Mara Plains Camp

Mara Plains Camp is located in the private Olare Motorogi Conservancy, which has the lowest vehicle density and the highest concentration of big cats anywhere in Africa. With just 7 suites (max 14 guests), there are no set schedules — every activity is tailored around guest preferences and live wildlife opportunities. Guests also receive complimentary Canon DSLR cameras with lenses and premium binoculars for the duration of their stay.

Yes. Children aged 8 and above are welcome. The two-bedroom Jahazi Suite is ideal for families, and it operates as a completely separate entity with its own private host, chef, guide, and game vehicle. A Young Explorers programme with activity packs is provided for children.

Because the camp is located within a private conservancy (not the national reserve), night drives are permitted in custom open-sided 4×4 vehicles. This is a rare and exclusive experience in the Maasai Mara ecosystem, allowing guests to witness nocturnal wildlife such as leopards, hyenas, civets, and smaller mammals not visible during day drives.

Yes. The camp is fully solar-powered and built using recycled railway sleeper decking. Great Plains Conservation supports the Olare Motorogi Conservancy through direct community fees, supports the Maasai Olympics, has planted over 2,000 indigenous trees, and funds female-owned local businesses. A Great Plains Foundation Conservation & Community levy of $95 per person per night directly supports these initiatives.

There are no fixed mealtimes at Mara Plains Camp — dining is entirely flexible around your safari activities. Meals range from bush breakfasts under desert date trees to candlelit dinners under the stars. The lounge and dining tent is built on an elevated platform overlooking the savannah. All meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (except champagne and cellar wines) are included in the all-inclusive rate.