Nestled along the Mara River within the 70,000-acre Mara North Conservancy in the Maasai Mara, Royal Mara Safari Lodge offers an intimate luxury safari experience for guests.
The boutique tented lodge features eight exclusive luxury suites designed to provide privacy, comfort, and uninterrupted views of the river and surrounding forested ridge.
Its river-facing tents allow guests to enjoy game viewing directly from their accommodation, making wildlife encounters part of the everyday experience.
Royal Mara Safari Lodge is strategically located near some of the Maasai Mara’s most famous migration crossing points, including Koiyaki Kichwa Tembo and Mara Serena, as well as Leopard Gorge, known from the BBC’s Big Cat Diary.
History of Royal Mara Safari Lodge
The story of Royal Mara Safari Lodge began nearly two decades ago when its founder, George, watched an episode of the BBC’s Big Cat Diaries while living in the United States.
Inspired by the story of Zawadi, a female leopard featured on the show, he traveled to the Maasai Mara in search of the elusive cat.
Captivated by the beauty of the savannah and the wildlife, George chose to remain in Kenya and eventually established the lodge along the Mara River.
During the migration season between June and November, thousands of wildebeest gather around the camp’s surroundings to graze, offering guests front-row seats to one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles.
Guests at the lodge enjoy dining experiences inspired by local flavors and African cuisine, served in various settings including the main restaurant, private suite decks, and bush dinners under the stars.
The lodge also offers cultural experiences such as visits to Maasai villages, allowing visitors to connect with the local community and traditions.
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Safari experiences at Royal Mara Safari Lodge include:
- Day game drives across the Maasai Mara wilderness
- Night game drives for spotting nocturnal wildlife
- Guided walking safaris through the conservancy
- Customized 4×4 safari experiences tailored for families and groups
- Close-up encounters with the Big Five
- Viewing plains game and rare wildlife, including wild dogs and bat-eared foxes
- Hot air balloon safaris over the savannah
- Sundowner experiences in scenic wilderness locations
- Bush dining experiences under the open sky
- Family-friendly safari adventures designed to suit different travel preferences
- Wildlife viewing with experienced safari guides
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Accommodation Prices
According to Siyabona Africa, accommodation rates at Royal Mara Safari Lodge for 2026 start from $684 to $1,221 per person sharing, depending on the travel season.
During the peak migration season from July 1 to September 30, 2026, rates rise to $1,221 per person sharing, then drop back to $914 per person sharing for stays between October 1 and December 31, 2026.
The Fully Inclusive Plus package includes accommodation, all meals, selected drinks, and safari activities.
However, the rates are provided as a guideline and may change.
