Tented Camps · Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya
Mara Nyika Camp
Overview
“Nyika” means “Large Plains or Great Plains,” and Mara Nyika is the perfect sister camp to Mara Plains in Kenya.
It rings with the romance of the vast open plains of East Africa from a time when light canvas flapped in the light breeze across those plains as wildebeest and zebras call to each other and at twilight, “Simba,” the great lion’s roar across the Nyika.
Typical of the Maasai Mara’s ancient Nyika is the flat-topped Acacia kirkii trees. The Dereck Joubert designed guest suites take advantage of these umbrella thorn tree’s shade. While the camp is in a valley, actually straddling a small stream, the suites are set up high under the tree’s canopy to offer guests awe-inspiring views out over the bush.
Many may think of Mara Nyika as a treetop camp, with the suites' walkways to the main area giving a feel of a treehouse under canvas. However, the camp’s ethic and inspiration are still one of exploration and adventure - a sense of impermanence in this ever-changing world.
Privacy in this camp is the key to understanding it. Privacy to live, think, explore, be romantic, and be pampered – all the while with one of the most spectacular backdrops Africa can provide.
Mara Nyika, located in the private and exclusive Naboisho Conservancy, is unique because it allows guests to explore the conservancy and further afield with safari drives into the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Guest’s stay enables us to support over 500 Maasai families with a sustainable livelihood through the payment of conservation fees, which ultimately ensures the conservation of the wildlife in this vital corridor of the Maasai Mara eco-system.
Many Mara Nyika’s guests spend a few days here before extending their safari to either our Mara Expedition, Mara Toto Tree or Mara Plains Camps. Combining these camps ensures a more comprehensive wildlife experience as guests explore all three wildlife areas: the private Olare Motorogi and Naboisho Conservancies and Maasai Mara Reserve. Each wildlife experience from our camps is unique and offers different Mara faces, which is an unbelievable bonus.
Suites & Rates
Choose how you stay
2 Bedroom Family Suite
One two-bedroom suite set on raised decking and under canvas. The suite includes two bedrooms each with ensuite bathroom connected by a luxurious lounge.
Suites
Four guest suites set on raised decking. The light-coloured canvas suites are set up high under the tree’s canopy to be offer guests awe inspiring views out over the bush. Suites include en-suite with...
The Sambuk Suite at Mara Nyika Camp
The private Mara Nyika Sambuk Suite can cater for a maximum of four adults sharing or twoadults and up to three children (aged 6 – 15), sharing in two separate bedrooms;
Details
Good to know
Accommodation & amenities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Wardrobe, Wheelchair Friendly
Languages spoken
English
Ideal for
Big 5, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Star Gazing, Wildlife
On-site activities
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Night Drives, Practice Green, Safaris
Services
24-hour Security, Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Nearby activities
Big 5, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Hot Air Ballooning, Safaris, Wildlife Tours
Property facilities
Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Vegetarian
Location
Where you'll be
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A Walk Through Mara Nyika Camp
A Walk Through Mara Nyika Camp
Activities
What you can do
Cultural Experience
The Naboisho Women's Group cultural experience is supported by the Great Plains Foundation, enabling the group to purchase raw materials in bulk including a tailor hired to work on leather products. Available to guests staying at Great Plains Conservation camps all profits from the sale of their wares are ploughed back into the women's business training to ensure this group is self-sustainable. Items available for purchase include, but are not limited to, beaded & leather products, coasters, bracelets, necklaces, belts, dog collars, earrings, and decorated dawa sticks for example.
Hot Air Balloon (Additional Cost)
Hot air ballooning is available, but should be booked in advance and is subject to availability and additional cost. Departures are very early in the morning to allow time to transfer to the nearest launching point.
Photography
Each of Mara Nyika’s guest tents comes with a pair of high-quality binoculars for guest use as well as a professional camera set, including a camera body and lenses. Photos will be downloaded to a memory stick on guest’s departure.
Safari Drives (day and night)
Safari drives (day & night) take place in some of the Mara’s most coveted vehicles. Each of the camp's Toyota Land Cruisers is open-sided, canopied and customised for photographers (fold-down screens, raised roofs, photographic bars, multi-plug invertors). With just four to six guests each, the Cruisers also have fully-stocked fridges stocked with drinks and snacks. No two days are the same on safari. Drives typically start at sunrise, returning for lunch and depart again in the mid-afternoon before returning just after sunset. On other days guests can go out all day, deep into the Reserve or Conservancy with a packed breakfast and lunch. Very often, our safaris will continue into the night, a possibility because of our location on a private conservancy. Night drives are particularly prolific in the Naboisho Conservancy, and while they take patience, sightings commonly include lesser known nocturnal mammals and even lion and hyena hunts.
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