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Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

4.5 star property
Art Deco lodge with free breakfast and free airport shuttle
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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk
Bathroom sink
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk
Property grounds
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
    Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
The price is NZ$1,552
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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Deluxe Tent (3 Safaris included)

Deluxe Tent (3 Safaris included)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Masai Mara, Maasai Mara, 74888 00200

What's nearby

  • Olare Orok Conservancy - 42 min drive
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 50 min drive
  • Talek Gate - 50 min drive
  • Naboisho Conservancy - 62 min drive
  • Musiara Gate - 82 min drive

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barafu Lounge - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Mara Explorer Camp at intrepid - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Mara Intrepids Tented Camp

Luxury boutique lodge on the waterfront
Consider a stay at Mara Intrepids Tented Camp and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a free return airport shuttle and a poolside bar. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure or a massage. The on-site restaurant, Mara Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with a lazy river
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • A porter/bellboy, a 24-hour front desk and wedding services
Room features
All guest rooms at Mara Intrepids Tented Camp boast thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and dressing gowns, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mara Restaurant

Things to do

  • Free children's club
  • Game drive
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • Free cot
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 35 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Intrepids
Intrepids Camp
Intrepids Mara
Mara Intrepids
Mara Intrepids Camp
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp Lodge
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp Lodge Masai Mara
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp Masai Mara
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp Lodge
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp Maasai Mara
Mara Intrepids Tented Camp Lodge Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Does Mara Intrepids Tented Camp have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mara Intrepids Tented Camp?

As of 26 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mara Intrepids Tented Camp on 2 Oct 2024 start from NZ$1,552.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Mara Intrepids Tented Camp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mara Intrepids Tented Camp?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mara Intrepids Tented Camp?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Mara Intrepids Tented Camp?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Mara Intrepids Tented Camp provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Mara Intrepids Tented Camp located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mara River, Olare Orok Conservancy and Mara Triangle. Mara North Conservancy and Maasai Mara National Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Mara Intrepids Tented Camp Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

WING YING

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a great lodge with nice hospitality, the staffs are in general very friendly. The lodge arranged a professional guide giving us the game drives, very well-knowledged for different information about the habitat of animals. We learnt a lot through him! Also, the food that the restaurant served is very nice, staffs are really welcoming that makes you feel like home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the perfect stay at Mara Intrepids. The rooms were charming and the food was delicious. But what really makes the camp special is the people. Everyone was so kind and welcoming and I felt like I was part of a big family even though I was traveling alone. Our guide Ezekiel was magnificent and Lawrence took great care of me in the dining room every day (even charging my phone daily). I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all around except the front desk was challenged with being able to have concise and direct communication on multiple occasions. One or two misunderstanding is acceptable, however, this was a chronic issue. For that reason, I will not return. That is unacceptable at this price point to have chronic and constant misunderstandings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Catalina

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff is awesome! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nawar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nimah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a dream
Let me start by thanking our guide Ezekiel! He was one of a kind and just made our stay enjoyable. When i come back i definitely want him as my guide. The camp was great but its the staff that made it what it is, our room attendant Samuel was one of a kind, always had a smile on his face. Asanteni sana
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdishakur

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Maria C

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Not really what you pay for
The camp was very nice and the tent is comfortable. Staff were very attentive, especially after an initial negative experience. Food was good but nothing special. Tea, coffee and chocolate were cheap/instant brands and water is not included (first time for me). The condition of the tent is ok, but for the price i would have expected better. Shower head was dirty (even had a spider web) and the shelves were covered with rust. There was also some dirt around the desk area. My first safari was 40 mins late and they lied about trying to get me another driver. Honestly, this is not the service nor the hotel condition that would expect at this price range.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were excellent. Except, generator power is cut off at midnight. If I had known this prior to booking, it would be a deal breaker.

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a truly magical experience. Our driver Michael had a huge amount of knowledge of the Mara and the animals and we saw everything we could have wanted and more! It was wonderful being able to follow the same lions for 3 days and see what they get up to. All the staff were exceptional at the lodge. Our waiter Ngala was very pleasant and helpful. I also had an excellent massage at the lodge and it’s highly recommended to help relax between those bumpy game drives.

10/10 Excellent

Dorian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place and amazing staff
We had a lovely stay at Mara Intrepids. The location is beautiful, food excellent and the staff incredibly friendly and chatty. I would recommend specifically requesting a river view as some views are better than others, and giving your bed preference (either a double or two singles) to avoid disappointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent hotel
The place is amazing, service is excellent, employees are very kind and helpful. We got stuck driving our way to the hotel, we contacted them and they saved us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Garfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lifetime experience/ See you again
What is their to say superb excellent exceeding all expectations .Simon picked us up from the airstrip and was our game driver he’s exceptional , professional , calmness personified. Daisy and her colleague welcomed us with the warmest of smiles and most precious refreshing damp towel and juice . Daisy was lovely always smiling throughout our stay as was all the staff so welcoming . Clifford the security was wonderful and the gate security as well .Eric the barman made my day with my local treat from home helping with a little tummy problem I had and he was superb throughout once again the smiling it’s infectious thinking about the staff now makes me smile . Ah my chef Mathew what can say wish I could carry Mathew around he has the broadest most welcoming smile and pleasant face . His colleague Tom was great too helping my lady out with special request . Mary the head of camp was exceptional making the night special with great birthday celebration with lovely cake .Jonathan our main meal attendant was always jovial and very attentive Finally the last but certainly not least William our room caretaker he was magical we wouldn’t see him until the last day but like magic the room would be spotless well prepared whether be for the night or the day , once again his beaming smile warmed my heart . Mara Intrepid is not an accommodation but rather a family who openly welcome you into their home making it yours . Thanks to all the staff they were all excellent thanks our new family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, relaxing and good quality furnishings and service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for wild watching I highly recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary

The tents were really nice. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. The driver / guide was amazing, and was the highlight of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great tented camp in the Masai Mara
Wow, that's all I can say! Safari in the Masai Mara is incredible, and the Mara Intrepids was definitely a part of that! The tented camp is wonderful, with amazing, spacious tents along the river. We saw elephants, hippos, impala and crocodile from the tents (behind an electric fence so safe). Calling it a tent, doesn't give the accommodation justice. It's very spacious, with a four poster in the middle of the room. The bathroom area is also a very good size, and well stocked with hairdryer and toiletries. The Safari itself blew us away, we stayed for 3 nights and saw the big 5 (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino, Elephant) by day 3. Not to mention the Cheetahs (and cubs), Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest and everything else the Masai Mara has to offer! Our safari game driver Dixon was incredible - what a guy! He was extremely knowledgeable with over 27 years of game driving experience. His experience definitely helped us find the very rare rhino, as well as his ability to second guess what and where the animals would be which meant we got some fantastic photographs. We can't thank Dixon enough for his efforts, you made our Safari experience. His love and passion for the animals really showed, and made the experience even better! As well as the above, the food at Mara intrepids was top notch. No one will go hungry! The service was great, thanks to Josphat, but you could tell everyone was trained to an excellent standard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

SP, NYC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING SAFARI CAMP!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
My wife and I stayed at Mara Intrepid for four nights. It was one of the best experiences we've ever had traveling. Starting from the beginning, the service was excellent. We were picked up on time from the Olkiombo airstrip (two minutes from camp) and greeted with fresh juice and smiles. Our room was beautiful and spotless (Thanks John!). Showers were hot and the warm water packets at night were a nice touch. We did our daily safaris with Michael who was fantastic (if you can request Michael, do so!). Michael was extremely attentive, informative, and kept our happiness front of mind. We saw 50+ lions, lots of cheetahs and leopards, elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocs, and baboons. It was great to go in November as it is low tourist season in the Mara. We also saw many newborns as it is birthing season. Rain was not an issue at all. In addition the food was top notch. My wife is vegetarian and she had no issues. The food menus were well stocked with meat and vegetarian apps and entrees. Kudos to the chef and his team! Our server, Nelson, made us feel incredibly welcome and at home every day we were there. Also on our 4th night, the staff planned a private dinner for the two of us which was a nice surprise to end our stay. Thanks to Daniel for always being welcoming and having a Tusker ready for me. Overall the staff at Mara Intrepid made us feel extremely welcome and at home during our stay. The kindness and hospitality surpassed our wildest expectations. Thanks to everyone!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing safari adventure
This was my first stay at the intrepids camp and it was an amazing experience. From our fantastic game drives to the hotel service, every experience was beyond my expectations. Great staff and we highly recommend Raph as the game driver. He was well experienced and found us a leopard every day we went out, not to mention all the other amazing animals as well.

8/10 Good

meghan, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay but a bit overpriced
My boyfriend and I recently stayed at Mara Intrepids for a long weekend. Overall, we had a great time. The park is beautiful and we saw almost everything you could hope for on the safari drives. The tents were nicely furnished and our particular one was secluded and right on the river. The staff was very friendly for the most part. The food was disappointing, but our server was dedicated to making sure we were happy so went out of his way to modify the menu. The website advertises that the hotel provides boiled water for drinking, however, they don't. Be prepared to pay for water bottles. Also be prepared to pay an additional $70 USD per person per night for park fees. We missed that in the fine print, so were a bit surprised at the end. Alcohol isn't included either, which for many safari companies it is. In our opinion, the price is a little steep for what the company offers and quality of the food, but it was still a wonderful time.

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Vancouver BC.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Absolutely fantastic tented camp with wonderful staff, each eager to help you with anything you might need. Beautiful comfortable tented rooms. Our guide Sakut led us to the Big 5 in two drives, everything else was gravy....and there was lots of gravy. We also were fortunate enough to see a great migration river crossing...absolutely spectacular. Highly, highly, highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

joanne, boston, ma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
awesome experience
the tents were clean and comfortable. spaced nicely from your neighbors. you could easily forget you were in a tent. i would highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Trevor, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful was the best holiday I have ever had.
Was a great six day's sarfai, our driver did every thing in his power to make each drive better than the one be for. A big thank you for all you done Vincent.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lifetime of experience in 48 hours!
We went to Mara Intrepids for my girlfriend's birthday weekend and it was just magical. The staff were all very friendly and efficient, and gave us excellent service from the moment they picked us up, at the airstrip a few hundred yards away. The best part about the visit was undoubtedly the game drives. Our driver/guide (Simon) was quite brilliant. He found, over the course of just four drives, the following: A migration of 500 wildebeest across the river being attacked by crocodiles; a cheetah kill from start to finish; a leopard with its kill up a tree; a lioness playing with four cubs to their heart's content; a fully grown male lion less than half a mile from the camp; herds of elephant, buffalo and zebra, hippos playing in the river; and so much more. The only things that Simon couldn't find were a rhino and a unicorn! What else can I say, the food was fresh, delicious and plentiful, the massage on the last day was very welcome after all those hours in a Land Rover, and the pool was refreshing. My only complaint was the utter blandness of the cheeseboard. Across the border in Tanzania the Engiteng Company make excellent cheese from Maasai cattle herds and all varieties taste great. I recommended them to one of the managers (Steve). Seriously, it costs a small fortune to stay here... but its worth every shilling!