Marriott International is bringing a new level of luxury to Kenya’s safari scene with the launch of two high-end camps.
The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp and the JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp will be developed in partnership with the Lazizi Group of Companies, marking a big step in Marriott’s expansion into Africa’s luxury travel market.
Jerome Briet, Chief Development Officer for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at Marriott International, said the decision was driven by the rising demand for outdoor luxury experiences.
“Building off of the incredible success we have seen thus far in our luxury safari portfolio in Africa and the growing appetite for outdoor lodging and nontraditional hospitality experiences, the signing of these agreements with Lazizi Group of Companies marks another milestone in Marriott International’s growth,” he said.
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Inside JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp
Set to open in early 2026, the JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp will offer an unparalleled luxury safari experience in the heart of the Solio Game Reserve.
Nestled within a 45,000-acre wildlife sanctuary and the 19,000-acre Solio Ranch Conservancy, the camp will provide guests with an intimate connection to nature, surrounded by one of the world’s most successful rhino conservation programs.
Moreover, the camp is designed to blend elegance with adventure, featuring 20 luxury tented units. The units will include two expansive two-bedroom suites, each complete with a private plunge pool.
At the same time, guests can look forward to a serene and rejuvenating atmosphere, with wellness spaces such as the signature JW Garden, designed to promote relaxation and connection with the natural surroundings.
Dining at the camp will be a multi-sensory experience, with four distinct culinary offerings, including a traditional restaurant and an elevated sky deck, where guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the African wilderness while indulging in world-class cuisine.
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Inside the The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp
Set to welcome guests in August 2025, The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp will offer an exclusive luxury retreat in the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Nestled on a secluded island along the Sand River, near the Tanzanian border, the camp will provide a truly immersive safari experience, blending sophistication with the untamed beauty of the African wilderness.
The camp will feature 20 elegantly designed tented suites, each offering spacious living areas, private sunken lounges, infinity plunge pools, and indoor and outdoor showers, allowing guests to embrace the sights and sounds of nature in ultimate comfort.
Among them, the lavish four-bedroom presidential suite will serve as the pinnacle of luxury, ideal for families or groups seeking an elevated safari experience.
Also, guests will enjoy a culinary journey at multiple dining venues, including a multi-cuisine restaurant with a curated wine cellar, a stargazing sky deck, and an authentic boma, where they can savour traditional African flavours under the open sky.
Beyond accommodations, the camp will boast a variety of leisure and wellness facilities, including a spa and wellness centre, an outdoor gym, a swimming pool, a discovery hub, a map room, and a state-of-the-art photography studio for capturing breathtaking moments of the wild.
The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp is set to redefine luxury travel in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.
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