Olare Mara Kempinski
Olare Orok Conservancy
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Why people book this hotel
“Friendly people”
“The staff were all so lovely, warm and helpful — we felt really well taken care …”
“Dominic and his team were very accommodating to all our needs and also comped us…”
“- Kindness of the staff - The fact that everything is included in the rate (mea…”
“The lodge has a great location, so the game drives were super enjoyable”
“- Location inside conservatory makes it easy to spot and get close to ALL the an…”
“The rooms were spotless and had everything we could possibly need”
“) - Amazing food for breakfast, lunch and dinner - this really adds to the expe…”
“The organised special breakfast outside the hotel for Christmas,they were waitin…”
“We loved our suite with its own plunge pool overlooking the River- all 200sqm of…”
Overview
Nestled on the banks of the Ntiakitiak River, Olare Mara Kempinski is located in Masai Mara and boasts panoramic views of the savannah and game species. It has restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool. The luxury, spacious tents with parquet floors are equipped with a private entrance, seating area and safe. Each tent offers a balcony with views of the river and the en-suite bathroom includes free toiletries. Some tents feature a private plunge pool. Olare Mara offers a daily set menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is served under the canvas, by the pool or on the private deck which overlooks the Mara plains. Guests can enjoy a vaierty of activities ranging from game drives, swimming and massages available upon request. A complimentary shuttle service is available and can be arranged with the property. Free WiFi is available in public areas and Nairobi is 273 km away.
Traveller reviews
Jack
couple
April 25, 2026
“Experience of a lifetime”
Friendly people
Damla
couple
July 16, 2025
“Perfect experience”
Everything was just perfect! The food was cooked by five different chefs and each dish was amazing. The lodge has a great location, so the game drives were super enjoyable. The staff were all so lovely, warm and helpful — we felt really well taken care of. The rooms were spotless and had everything we could possibly need. We had such a wonderful time here — thank you for making it so special!
panagiota
family_with_children
January 7, 2025
“Exceptional safari experience privileged with private service All animals”
Maria Louise
couple
November 30, 2023
“The absolute best way to experience the Masai Mara in a fun, luxurious manner!”
- Location inside conservatory makes it easy to spot and get close to ALL the animals during game drives - Our driver Erick was the best! - Incredibly friendly and accommodating team (Caleb, Erick, George, Rotiken!) - Amazing food for breakfast, lunch and dinner - this really adds to the experience - Beautiful, luxurious and clean rooms (you can hear the animals at night) - Incredible massages by Lenet! - The activities offered (balloon ride, walking safari's, village visit)
David
couple
November 11, 2023
“The most amazing place to stay! Everything was perfect!”
Dear Leakey, dear David, dear Eric, dear Alex, dear Moses, dear Samson, dear Reagan, you all have made our honeymoon at the Masai Mara unforgettable. The minute we arrived, we felt at home.It was everything we could have dreamed of. Thank you from the bottom of or hearts. We will surely come back soon !
Sargoon
couple
August 31, 2023
“Memorable and welcoming stay”
A full fledged 5* experience in the middle of the wilderness (Maara). Dominic and his team were very accommodating to all our needs and also comped us upto a better room and mostly a private safari and dining as we were honeymooning. Special mention to Moses and David, the restaurant managers and their team including Ben, Reagen, Hezron, Kelvin and all others. My wife is vegetarian and they went out of their way to make sure she was looked after and had plenty of delicious options. Chef David made every meal special and Moses and his team make sure everyone is well fed! Our safari guide, Danson left no stone unturned to show us all that the Maara had to offer. He was also incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife there, quick facts and ofcourse his driving over the rugged surrounds. All in all, the experience was very catered to our needs and we could not have asked for a more memorable stay!
Arnaud
solo_traveller
August 18, 2023
“A unforgettable for 3 days / 2 nights !”
- Kindness of the staff - The fact that everything is included in the rate (meals, drinks, game drives, airstrip transfers…) - The space in the room - The very well organised game drives - Architecture of common spaces - Quality of the food
Yukiyo
family_with_children
July 18, 2023
“Wonderful”
All staff were very kind and very supportive. Hospitality was so great!!!
Kalicharan
couple
February 12, 2023
everything! the food was the best. All staffs were friendly. I highly recommend this place.
Hugh
couple
December 11, 2022
“Ultimate Luxury in the Mara”
We loved our suite with its own plunge pool overlooking the River- all 200sqm of it! The staff were excellent, from Kennedy quietly arranging surprise events for us and facilitating every request, through the guides and trackers to the dining and cleaning staff - all professional and well trained. Food exceeded our five star expectation. All facilities were meticulously clean and well maintained. All inclusive meant just that - no surprises like other lodges we have been to. The massages were the best we've had in Kenya. Thank you all so much, we look forward to returning.
Aurélien
couple
September 16, 2022
“magnificent stay full of surprise”
Beautiful location, very friendly staff and absolute perfect stay! The staff really makes you feel at home and service is perfect
Adrian
couple
September 14, 2022
The rooms, communal areas, food and staff were all excellent. Our guide (Eric) was exceptionally knowledgeable.
Laura
couple
August 21, 2022
“Fantastic safari experience in the Masai Mara”
This was a fantastic place to go on safari in the Masai Mara. It was a beautiful location, surrounded by animals, many of which wandered the camp at night. The game drives were very good, lots of information given. We saw everything we wanted to see. The tents are well equipped and comfortable. We had the farthest one away from the lodge but never felt worried or scared by the animals roaming around.
Fraser
couple
August 9, 2022
“Amazing experience with amazing people”
The whole experience was amazing. We had a tent that overlooked a lake area that was full with hippos and wildlife! The tents are very luxurious and Paul was amazing in looking after our tent. Olare is situated in the conservatory so the game drives are very intimate with a much lower amount of vehicle compared to the Mara park, we saw so much! Whilst the location and facilities were amazing the staff made the trip. Dominic and the team were exceptional, catering to our every need, always making sure we had everything we needed and the chef is amazing! The food is great and we had an outside dinner on our final night with no shortage of drinks available! Thanks to everyone that made our trip so special. Asante 🙏🏻
Randa
couple
March 15, 2022
“Everything was fantastic. Friendly, professional staff and attentive to details lead by Dominic, game drive guide was we”
Cleanliness, interiors, rooms, staff, food, view.
Valia
couple
December 26, 2021
“nice place”
the hotel is one of the best .They provide excellent service and I have very high requirements .Our tent was so big and luxury, the food is perfect, the staff is so kind and well trained.We saw so many animals-lions,elephants,leopards,zebras,jirafes and etc..I highly recommend this hotel for people which like luxury no matter where they are.All small details are covered in this hotel.We have big king size beds so comfy ,nice sofa, nice sun beds,outside shower,pool, internet everywhere, they provide massage in the tent, which was one of the best I ever had.The organised special breakfast outside the hotel for Christmas,they were waiting us with Champagne.The food is just perfect, fresh mango juice every morning, fresh fruits and chief which cook eggs and they try to satifsy all guests in the best was.Overal nice place
Eloisa
couple
October 10, 2021
“Best experience at the best hotel!!”
Everything: the people working there is very kind and they’re always willing to make your stay very pleasurable and comfortable, the rooms are beautiful, the food is delicious, our guide Alex was the best and we got to see the big 5 and learnt a lot about animals.
Cesar
couple
August 3, 2021
“Amazing!”
Everything was absolutely perfect. Congratulations for creating such an outstanding experience. Fantastic staff, facilities and game drives/walks. Memorable
Carmen
couple
July 4, 2021
“Luxury, devotion and nature”
This is by far the best accommodation anyone can fina in Kenia. It is located within Masai Mara Reserve, so it's the only five starts hotel than can offer the convenience of waking up and taking a safari right away because you are already in it. Not only the hotel is luxurious as hell -wherever you come from-, but the stuff is so devoted, dedicated to make your stay so so easy ana fun without being too heavy on the guests. The tents should not be even called like that cos' they are so perfect to the last detail. And the food and drinks are high quality. Everything is. This is one in a lifetime experiences you can have so don't doubt to take this accommodation over any other because it's worth every cent you pay and, in fact, it is cheap for how much you get. Thanks to everyone who attended us for making this our yet best travel we have had. Recommended a 100%, by someone picky as hell.
Facilities
Activities
Massage
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shuttle service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Luggage storage, Shuttle service (free), Airport shuttle (free)
Deluxe Tent with 1 King Bed
Featuring a balcony with views of the river, this tent contains parquet floors, a seating area and fan. The bathroom is equipped with a Victorian bath and free toiletries.
Deluxe Tent with 2 Twin Beds
The unit offers 1 bed.
Honeymoon Suite Tent
Featuring a balcony with panoramic views of the savannah and hippo pool. This tent has a private plunge pool and contains parquet floors, a seating area and fan. The bathroom is equipped with an indoor and outdoor shower, bathtub and free toiletries.
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