What are available facilities at Mara Explorer?

There are top facilites at Mara Explorer such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Mara Explorer?

The standard check-in time at Mara Explorer is starting from 12:30 - 18:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00

Does Mara Explorer provide breakfast?

Yes, Mara Explorer provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.

What is the star rating of Mara Explorer?

Mara Explorer is a 5.0-star hotel.

How many rooms are available at Mara Explorer?

Mara Explorer has 10 rooms in total.

Does Mara Explorer provide airport transfer?

Yes, Mara Explorer provides airport transfer upon request. Please contact the hotel directly for more information.

What do past guests say about Mara Explorer?

Mara Explorer is well-known for its Cleanliness, Location, Service and Facilites, as reviewed by verified Traveloka guests.

Mara Explorer

Name: Mara Explorer
Address: Masai Mara, Siana, Narok West, Narok, Kenya, 74888-00200, Masai Mara, Narok, 74888-00200, Kenya
Rating: 10

Others

10.0

/10

Exceptional

12 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Richars

10.0

/ 10

My wife and I stayed at Mara Explorer for 6 nights in September 2023. This was our third Safari in Kenya. The Mara Explorer is the most magical and enchanting location for a safari I could ever imagine. Everything was impeccable - the amazingly friendly and professional staff, wonderful hospitality, service, and beautiful food. The tents are an absolute privilege to stay in, especially being woken up to the hippo chorus at each morning! The bed was so comfy - I slept like never before. The drives were just incredible! Witnessing the migration at its peak was a humbling experience. We saw numerous spectacular crossings and the big five. A huge thank you to everyone at Mara Explorer, especially Dominic our guide. Spending several hours a day with him for 6 days was a joy and he tirelessly ensured we found a rhino (on our very last drive!). He is a true gentleman and an expert wildlife guide. I have never experienced 4x4 driving like his - we didn't get stuck once in sometimes very challenging conditions and always made us feel safe and comfortable - as did everyone at the camp. To sum up. If you want a dream 5-star Masai mara safari, choose Mara Explorer. Richard and Katie

Davinder

10.0

/ 10

The tent cabins were great, dining staff was just awesome. Bush breakfast organized was absolutely great.

Rita

10.0

/ 10

I can honestly say this was one of my top life experiences. The Mara Explorer Camp is the perfect Safari destination! The staff were very attentive and helpful. Pauline and Geoffrey made sure our stay was comfortable and helped us plan any extra activities. Thanks for the surprise Masai dance and cake! The tents were luxurious and comfy with beautiful decor. There was so much beautiful scenery and wildlife surrounding the camp to enjoy while having a cup of tea. The food was also amazing!! Thank you Chef! We had full board with three course lunches and dinners with plenty of variety. The Camp is perfectly located within the Masai Mara so we had a chance to see so many animals during our stay. Many thanks to our safari guide Samson who was incredible and worked so hard to spot the Big 5. We had so much fun during our game drives with Samson who was the perfect guide and amazing company! The camp is not fenced, but we felt very safe thanks to security guards Sammy and Kaka. Thank you very much to the amazing staff of Mara Explorer for making our stay unforgettable and exceptional. Can’t wait to come back!

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Masai Mara, Siana, Narok West, Narok, Kenya, 74888-00200

Main Facilities

Restaurant

24-Hour Front Desk

WiFi

Near Masai Mara National Reserve

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Near Masai Mara National Reserve

Location

When you stay at Mara Explorer in Maasai Mara, you'll be on the riverwalk and 14 minutes by car from Masai Mara National Reserve. This luxury tentalow is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Maasai Mara National Reserve and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Mara River.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Masai Mara National Reserve - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Mara River - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Mara Triangle - 10.4 km / 6.4 mi
Mara North Conservancy - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Maasai Mara National Reserve - 12.8 km / 7.9 mi
Talek Gate - 12.8 km / 7.9 mi
Purungat Bridge Gate - 22.4 km / 13.9 mi
Musiara Gate - 23.5 km / 14.6 mi
Nashulai Maasai Conservancy - 29.9 km / 18.6 mi
Motorogi Conservancy - 30 km / 18.7 mi
Sekenani Gate - 32 km / 19.9 mi
Siana Conservancy - 32.5 km / 20.2 mi
Sekenani Reserve Headquarters - 32.5 km / 20.2 mi
Issaten Conservancy - 35.9 km / 22.3 mi
Sand River Gate - 40.2 km / 25 mi

The nearest airports are:
Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 42 km / 26.1 mi
Maasai Mara (MDR-Musiara Airstrip) - 17.5 km / 10.9 mi
Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 30.5 km / 19 mi
Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo) - 41.3 km / 25.7 mi

The preferred airport for Mara Explorer is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO).

Facilities

Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Art Deco tentalow also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.

Business Facilities

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at Talek Lounge, a fine-dining restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

All facilities in Mara Explorer

Entertainment Facility

Fitness Center

Common Space

Exterior

Others

Hotel Services

Laundry service
Express check-in
Newspaper in lobby
Wedding service
Express check-out
24-hour Receptionist

Things to Do

Picnic area
Garden
Library
Barbecue
Outdoor facilities

General

Smoking area
Fireplace in lobby
Parking
Terrace

Food and Drinks

Buffet breakfast
Breakfast

Transportation

Airport transfer
Storage

Public Facilities

Safety deposit box
Coffee/tea in lobby

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Nearby Facilities

Souvenir shop

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Mara Explorer

Important Note

Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the tentalow prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:

12:30 - 18:00

Check-out:

Before 10:00

Service Animals Not Allowed

Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Noise-free rooms not guaranteed, Cashless transactions are available, Children not allowed, No elevators

General Information

Popular Facilities	Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 12:30 - 18:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability	Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Mara Explorer	10
Another facilities in Mara Explorer	Laundry service, Express check-in, Newspaper in lobby, Wedding service, Express check-out

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Overall Ratings & Reviews Mara Explorer

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10.0

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From 12 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Room Comfort

9.8

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10.0

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10.0

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Richars

10.0

/10

Reviewed 117 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

My wife and I stayed at Mara Explorer for 6 nights in September 2023. This was our third Safari in Kenya. The Mara Explorer is the most magical and enchanting location for a safari I could ever imagine. Everything was impeccable - the amazingly friendly and professional staff, wonderful hospitality, service, and beautiful food. The tents are an absolute privilege to stay in, especially being woken up to the hippo chorus at each morning! The bed was so comfy - I slept like never before. The drives were just incredible! Witnessing the migration at its peak was a humbling experience. We saw numerous spectacular crossings and the big five. A huge thank you to everyone at Mara Explorer, especially Dominic our guide. Spending several hours a day with him for 6 days was a joy and he tirelessly ensured we found a rhino (on our very last drive!). He is a true gentleman and an expert wildlife guide. I have never experienced 4x4 driving like his - we didn't get stuck once in sometimes very challenging conditions and always made us feel safe and comfortable - as did everyone at the camp. To sum up. If you want a dream 5-star Masai mara safari, choose Mara Explorer. Richard and Katie

Michael

10.0

/10

Reviewed 148 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The Staff Extremely Welcoming, The Food Was Great, The Tours Were Exciting.

Davinder

10.0

/10

Reviewed 162 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The tent cabins were great, dining staff was just awesome. Bush breakfast organized was absolutely great.

Rita

Leisure Family

10.0

/10

Reviewed 174 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I can honestly say this was one of my top life experiences. The Mara Explorer Camp is the perfect Safari destination! The staff were very attentive and helpful. Pauline and Geoffrey made sure our stay was comfortable and helped us plan any extra activities. Thanks for the surprise Masai dance and cake! The tents were luxurious and comfy with beautiful decor. There was so much beautiful scenery and wildlife surrounding the camp to enjoy while having a cup of tea. The food was also amazing!! Thank you Chef! We had full board with three course lunches and dinners with plenty of variety. The Camp is perfectly located within the Masai Mara so we had a chance to see so many animals during our stay. Many thanks to our safari guide Samson who was incredible and worked so hard to spot the Big 5. We had so much fun during our game drives with Samson who was the perfect guide and amazing company! The camp is not fenced, but we felt very safe thanks to security guards Sammy and Kaka. Thank you very much to the amazing staff of Mara Explorer for making our stay unforgettable and exceptional. Can’t wait to come back!

Jill

10.0

/10

Reviewed 381 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Mara Explorer Camp was absolutely wonderful. The staff is warm, friendly, and attentive, especially Jane the manager, Noor the server, and Kaka the head of security. We certainly appreciated their kind hospitality all throughout our stay. Our driver/guide, James, went above and beyond every day on our game drives. He's highly experienced and knowledgable about the area, and we had a lot fun and learned a lot from him. He was able to find and teach us about so many animals; he really impressed me with his skill and knowledge. Something we really appreciated is that since the camp is small, you're not crowded into a 4x4 with a bunch of strangers; there was never more than 1 other couple with us, and most of the time we had the truck and James all to ourselves. We saw a lot of trucks from other bigger camps out in the park and they were often crowded with 8 or so people in them, and at those we were especially glad we chose Mara Explorer, because we could stop whenever we wanted and ask all the questions we had without feeling like we were burdening other guests. Inside the camp, the tent is comfortable and safe and the food is outstanding. In all, I don't have a single criticism of this place. Every single part of our trip exceeded our expectations. We'll definitely be back!

LWStan

10.0

/10

Reviewed 583 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The service at this camp is impeccable. Host Pauline and all the staff are warm, friendly and ever helpful. Our guide Sakut, was a real pleasure to be with. Not only knowledgeable and a great spotter but simply nice. The food was good with nice wines included in the package. A breakfast and lunch in the bush were nicely organised and good fun. The packaged picnic basket we tried for one breakfast was disappointing compared to the delicious breakfasts available at the camp restaurant.

Christopher

10.0

/10

Reviewed 613 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Just arrived back from 4 nights here, can't recommend it enough. Ten luxury tents on banks of River Talek, perfect for couples wanting to experience an African safari.

Ghada

10.0

/10

Reviewed 638 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I was on a business trip and decided to go on a Safari even if it meant that I go on my own. My friends advised me to stay at a lodge; which I believe takes away the charm of the experience, so I looked up my options on Expedia. I picked Mara Explorer Tented Camp based on recommendations by visitors and because of its simple yet fulfilling ambiance and location on the river. The campsite itself is a real treat…nature exemplified its softer side in the sounds of birds and waterfalls. Each and every one in the camp was more than kind, helpful, attentive and most accommodating…the food was to die for and the overall spirit of the camp was enchanting!

Joe

10.0

/10

Reviewed 671 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great place, great location. Service great, food outstanding, great game drives.

Martin J.

10.0

/10

Reviewed 687 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Simply the best safari tented lodge in Kenja. Excellent food, service, game drive.

freddy

10.0

/10

Reviewed 503 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Outstanding Location and Game drives. cats and elephants in the camp. Your have to feel Africa.

Cheng

10.0

/10

Reviewed 610 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Excellent camp meeting all expectation of a five star hotel. All tents are exclusively by the river and have a balcony open to the river. Services and food are excellent.

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