Duration
2 NIGHTSBest For
First-time East Africa visitors and wildlife-first travelers.Group Size
2-6 guestsAccommodation
Enkorok Mara Camp (mid-luxury tented camp, full-board)Safari Overview
Why Enkorok Mara Camp stands out
Set on 30 acres of private land in the Masai Mara Siana's Conservancy, Enkorok Mara Camp overlooks the scenic Oloolotikoshi Hills and sits on the banks of the Oloirignyisho River, where zebras, wildebeests, and elephants regularly come to drink.
The camp offers luxury services at affordable prices, with a Tamutamu restaurant, cocktail bar, and swimming pool. Ololaimutia Gate is just 2.5 km away, making it an ideal base for Mara exploration.
Transfers: Private 4x4 safari vehicle with dedicated guide from Nairobi
Safari Snapshot
Stay at the mid-luxury Enkorok Mara Camp in Siana's Conservancy overlooking the Oloolotikoshi Hills, with full-day Big Five game drives and sunset sundowners by the river.
Safari Style
Classic Game Drives
Designed for quality sightings and unrushed pacing across key landscapes.
Trip Rhythm
3-6 Nights
Balanced travel days, golden-hour game drives, and restorative lodge downtime.
Destinations
Kenya
Route sequencing built around wildlife windows and smooth overland transitions.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
A clear route plan with flexible pacing and private-guide support.
Day 1 · Nairobi to Masai Mara
Nairobi to Enkorok Mara Camp
Pick up from Nairobi in the morning and travel towards Kenya's fertile highlands. Pass the Rift Valley escarpment, the chapel at its foot, and the Longonot Earth satellite station. Continue through Narok and across wheat and barley fields, arriving at the Masai Mara in time for lunch. After a siesta, enjoy an evening game drive from 16:00 hrs. Dinner and overnight at Enkorok Mara Camp.
- Scenic Rift Valley escarpment drive
- Evening game drive from 16:00 hrs
Day 2 · Masai Mara National Reserve
Full Day Masai Mara Game Reserve
After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive exploring Mara's incredible wildlife. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to spot animals. Look for the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo — plus giraffe, zebras, wildebeests, and various bird species. Dinner and overnight at Enkorok Mara Camp.
- Full-day Big Five game drive
- Picnic lunch in the reserve
- Sundowner by the Oloolotikoshi Hills
Day 3 · Masai Mara to Nairobi
Return to Nairobi
After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and head across rolling wheat and barley fields to Narok, with the option to visit a Maasai village for a cultural tour. Cross the Rift Valley floor, keeping an eye out for giraffe and gazelle herds, before climbing the escarpment back to Nairobi in the early afternoon.
- Optional Maasai village cultural tour
- Rift Valley wildlife spotting on return
Route Map & Safari Points
Track the journey stop-by-stop. Mapbox static route rendering is enabled when your public token is set.
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Day 1
Nairobi
Morning pick-up and scenic drive towards the Rift Valley escarpment.
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Day 1
Rift Valley Escarpment
Viewpoint stop along the road built by Italian prisoners of war during WWII.
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Day 1
Narok
Cross acres of wheat and barley before reaching the Mara.
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Day 1-3
Enkorok Mara Camp, Siana's Conservancy
Riverfront camp near Ololaimutia Gate with Oloolotikoshi Hill views.
What's Included
- Transport in a 4WD safari jeep
- Pick up on day one in Nairobi and drop off on the last day in Nairobi
- Park entry fees
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- Drinking water on all days
- Bath towels
- Professional guide
- All activities, unless indicated as optional
- Meals as specified in the day-by-day section
- Taxes and VAT
- Services of a professional tour guide/driver
- Government-imposed increase in taxes and/or park fees
Exclusions
- Hot-air balloon ride
- Maasai village visit
- Boat ride
- Tips and gratuities
- Beverages and alcoholic drinks
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Best Travel Window
Seasonality
Jul - OctJan - Mar
Frequently Asked Questions
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What makes Enkorok Mara Camp special?
The camp is set on 30 acres of private land in Siana's Conservancy overlooking the Oloolotikoshi Hills, right on the banks of the Oloirignyisho River where wildlife comes to drink. It offers mid-luxury tented accommodation with a restaurant, cocktail bar, and swimming pool at affordable prices.
How close is the camp to the reserve gates?
Ololaimutia Gate is just 2.5 km from the camp. Keekorok Airstrip is 20 km away, and Sekenani Gate is 25 km away, making it a very convenient base for Mara game drives.
How far in advance should I book?
For peak season (Jul–Oct), we recommend booking 4–6 months in advance to secure your preferred dates. Short-notice bookings are possible outside peak periods.
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