Kicheche Mara is my all time favorite African Safari Camp

Brian Jackman – Journalist UK

the camp

Kicheche Mara Camp is a classic tented camp hidden in a beautiful valley in a prime wildlife area of the Mara North Conservancy. The luxury tents are laid out alongside a seasonal stream from where you can observe the resident birdlife and plains game beyond.

The location is ideal as game viewing frequently starts in the camp itself and there is prime wildlife habitat on all sides providing an ideal base for your safari in the Masai Mara.

The family suite is a perfect new addition with two separate bedrooms (double & twin/triple) with ensuite  bathrooms. The bedrooms are connected by a lounge furnished with a sofa and small table enabling private dining.

Mara North Conservancy

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    Bordering the Mara Reserve, one of the biggest conservancies in the area. Mara North is included on the prestigious IUCN Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas.
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    Amazing game viewing all year round
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    The camp is located in an Acacia Valley, a prime wildlife area, in this top-quality Conservancy, and game viewing frequently starts in the camp itself. Access is from Mara North airstrip, a 20 minutes’ drive away

Activities

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    Game drives in customized 4WD safari vehicles with one of our Silver guides. Watching wildlife at close range, but without encroaching on their space, is endlessly fascinating and our guides’ instincts and safari experience will provide superb wildlife photography opportunities. Extended game drives – we do not impose limits on the length. For no carbon emission, book the Electric Vehicle, the first one whispering across the plains of Mara North Conservancy.

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    Guided walks
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    Flycamp: one night out in the wilderness to have it 100% authentic under canvas and your guide hosting you

Community

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    Get an inspiring presentation from our Trust Ambassador on the work done by the Kicheche Community Trust.
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    Add a back of the house tour to understand how the camp operates with wildlife conservation in mind
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    Visit a combination of tourism, wildlife conservation, environmental education and community based micro enterprises. This excursion provides a brief glimpse into the lives of our community and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead
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    Allow 2 hours; this visit is usually made after lunch allowing guests to continue on their afternoon game drive.

our guides

All guides are well experienced working with wildlife photographers and select optimal positions at sightings taking lighting and animal behavior into account.

Family Privacy

While the whole ethos of Kicheche is based around a small camp sharing safari experiences, we understand that after a whole year of work and often stress back home, it is nice for families to enjoy their African Holiday retreat on their own sometimes.

Family Suite

The family suite, with two separate bedrooms (double & twin/triple) with ensuite bathrooms is ideal for family bonding experiences. The bedrooms are connected by a lounge furnished with a sofa and small table enabling private dining. You can combine Kicheche Laikipia and Kicheche Mara Camp in family suites for an exceptional family safari.

Quad Tents

Quad tents are available at Kicheche Mara camp.

The long run

Kicheche Mara Camp is a proud member of The Long Run, one of the world’s largest sustainable development initiatives led by nature based businesses. The vision of the organization is of a world in which business, nature and people work harmoniously together for a sustainable future.

The members of The Long Run aim at excelling in the highest standards of sustainability via the 4Cs — Conservation, Community, Culture and Commerce. Together, the members conserve 21 million acres of land, touch the lives of 750,000 community members in 120 cultures in all parts of the world.

EV1, one of the first electric vehicles in the Mara

EV1 glides onto the plains of Mara North Conservancy as one of the first electric vehicles in the Mara. No diesel combustion engine, no gearbox, no fuel tank and no more carbon emissions!  We are amped up to provide the cleanest solar energy with 6,600 watts of solar panels set up at Kicheche Mara to charge our fleet’s frugal flagship, EV1, the horse-power-whisper. To be booked on an exclusive use.

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facilities

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    With only ten tents an intimate and relaxed atmosphere is assured. All tents are overlooking the Olare Orok stream and the western escarpment of the valley. Besides the family suite, triple and quad tents (1 double & 2 single beds) are also available.
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    Spacious en-suite bathroom with running hot and cold water
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    The camp lounge has a stunning view down the valley and offers comfortable seating, a library, board games and local crafts
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    The camp prides itself on offering a friendly and intimate stay, with our hosts treating you as welcome guests, not just travel statistics. The camp is hosted and there is a team of attentive staff ensuring personal warmth and attention to any needs during your stay
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    Meals are taken in our dining tent or in the shade of a large euclea tree with a beautiful view down the valley
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    Water dispenser in the tents to refill your complimentary water bottles.
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    Lighting is supplied 24 hours; charging facilities available in the tents, however, the solar system does not allow hair dryers.
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    WIFI in the lounge but can be unstable

awards

Winner of the Eco-warrior Award 2019

Certificate of Excellence

Gold Eco Rated Facility

Long Run Accredited

Ecotourism Kenya Eco Warrior Awards runner up 2018
Tourism: Protecting Culture and Heritage

itineraries & special offers

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Mara Fly-in Safari 3 Nights
An exceptional African Safari and wilderness experience heightened by staying in one of our exclusive private conservancies.
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Mara Wilderness 5 Nights
Kicheche Mara wilderness package is a fantastic Safari combined in two stunning Conservancies…
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CONSERVANCY SAFARI 6 Nights
This classic Conservancy Safari visits two diverse eco-systems in the hands of expert guides and…
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Special Offers
Unbeatable value!
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