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Mara Explorer

5.0 star property
Riverwalk tentalow with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; alfresco dining
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; alfresco dining
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Masai Mara, Maasai Mara, 74888-00200
  • Place, Maasai Mara National Reserve
  • Place, Mara Triangle
  • Place, Talek Gate
  • Airport, Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara)

Room options

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Luxury Tent (3 Safaris included) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Luxury Tent (3 Safaris included)

  • 374 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Maasai Mara

Mara Explorer places you 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Mara River and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Mara Triangle. This 5-star tentalow welcomes guests with 10 rooms and conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle.
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Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barafu Lounge - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Common Grounds - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Mara Explorer

Riverwalk tentalow with free breakfast and airport shuttle service
At Mara Explorer, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a library. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury tentalow include express check-in, express check-out, and free newspapers.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Patios, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Talek Lounge

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 14 2025 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 70 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 12:30 PM—-6 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the tentalow at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Mara Explorer
Mara Explorer Masai Mara
Mara Explorer Safari
Mara Explorer Safari Masai Mara
Mara Explorer Camp Hotel Maasai Mara National Reserve
Mara Explorer Camp Kenya/Maasai Mara National Reserve
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow Masai Mara
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow
Mara Explorer Maasai Mara
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow
Mara Explorer Safari/Tentalow Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Mara Explorer?

Mara Explorer offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Mara Explorer?

This tentalow is located in Maasai Mara, close to Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Is there parking available at Mara Explorer?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the tentalow.

Is a spa located at Mara Explorer?

Spa services at the tentalow include deep-tissue massages.

Does Mara Explorer feature a casino on the premises?

No, Mara Explorer doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mara Explorer?

No, there is no indoor pool at this tentalow.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mara Explorer?

This boutique tentalow offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Are there hot tubs at Mara Explorer?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this tentalow.

Does Mara Explorer have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mara Explorer serves free buffet breakfast at Talek Lounge each morning.

Does Mara Explorer allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Mara Explorer.

How close is the airport from Mara Explorer?

The closest major airport to Mara Explorer is Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Maasai Mara (MDR-Musiara Airstrip), which is located 10.9 mi away (59-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mara Explorer?

Yes, every accommodation at Mara Explorer comes with a patio with some featuring river views.

Does Mara Explorer have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Mara Explorer.