Ashnil Mara Camp in Masai Mara National Reserve, Near The Mara River, Narok: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Animals and wildlife in Masai Mara National Reserve, Near The Mara River, Narok
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A full-board tented camp inside the Masai Mara reserve near the Mara River, with en-suite tents, a pool, a spa and guided game drives.
What is Ashnil Mara Camp?
Ashnil Mara Camp is a tented camp inside the Masai Mara National Reserve, close to the Mara River and the crossing points used during the wildebeest migration. The camp was rebuilt and reopened with roughly 30 en-suite tents on wooden decks.
Stays are full board and game drives are arranged by the camp, which also has a pool and a spa. It is a safari base rather than a self-contained family park, so children need constant supervision.
The camp operates inside a national reserve where wildlife movement is protected, and drives keep vehicles to established tracks.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Park fees Reserve entry is usually separate from the room rate | Full board
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Poor | Long drives and unfenced wildlife | 3-5 years |
Key details
- Address
- Ashnil Mara Camp, Masai Mara National Reserve, Narok County, Narok
- Opening hours
- 24h (residents); game drives dawn & dusk
- How long to plan
- 1 to 3 nights
- Suitable ages
- All ages
What to expect when you visit
Expect early starts: drives leave at dawn and again in the late afternoon, with meals at set times. The camp arranges vehicles and guides, and park entry fees are usually quoted with the package.
Animals move through unfenced camps, so children stay within the camp bounds and are escorted after dark. Confirm child policies and extra-bed costs when booking.
Family essentials
- Facilities
- Toilets
- Safety notes
Wildlife is unfenced. Do not walk alone after dark, keep children within the camp and follow the guide's instructions on every drive.
Tickets and costs
- Ticket notes
Sold as full-board packages per person per night; park entry fees are usually separate and quoted with the booking.
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- July to October for the migration; January to March for quieter game viewing
- Busiest times
- July to October
- How to get there
Inside the Masai Mara National Reserve near the Mara River, reached through the Sekenani or Talek gates.
- By car
- About 5 to 6 hours from Nairobi via Narok and Sekenani; a 4x4 is advisable in the wet season
- Public transport
Shuttle or matatu to Narok, then a booked safari transfer; no public transport into the reserve
- Combine with
Mara River crossing points | Masai Mara National Reserve
- What to bring
Binoculars | Camera with zoom | Neutral-coloured clothing | Warm layer for early drives
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Ashnil Mara Camp opening hours?
- 24h (residents); game drives dawn & dusk. Busiest: July to October.
- How long do you need at Ashnil Mara Camp?
- Plan for 1 to 3 nights.
- What is the best time to visit Ashnil Mara Camp?
- July to October for the migration; January to March for quieter game viewing. It is busiest July to October.
- How do you get to Ashnil Mara Camp?
- About 5 to 6 hours from Nairobi via Narok and Sekenani; a 4x4 is advisable in the wet season. Public transport: Shuttle or matatu to Narok, then a booked safari transfer; no public transport into the reserve Inside the Masai Mara National Reserve near the Mara River, reached through the Sekenani or Talek gates.
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