Imagine safari experiences and images of giraffes, elephants, leopards, and lions roaming Kenya’s breathtaking savannahs. Then, picture yourself lounging by a campfire, enjoying your favorite beverage in the twilight hours, and drifting off to sleep to the sound of nocturnal wildlife! It sounds impressive, yes? Now stop dreaming and reserve a tented camp in Kenya. We have compiled a list of the best-tented safari camps in Kenya that you can try.
Ol Pejeta Bush Camp
The opulent Ol Pejeta Bush Resort is a tented safari resort in the Laikipia Plateau. The tented accommodations, which include hand-carved furnishings, king-sized mattresses, and roomy en-suite bathrooms, are available. This luxurious tented safari lodge also offers guests guided game drives, walking safaris, and birdwatching. The camp provides visitors with a one-of-a-kind and spectacular bush safari experience.
Highlights of the camp
- Reasonably priced and excellent value
- Situated on the Ewaso Ngiro River
- Accessible by electric safari vehicle
- Home to the final two “northern white rhinos” remaining on Earth
Porini Rhino Camp
The Porini Rhino Camp is located within the 30,000-acre Ol Pejeta Conservancy. It is a luxurious tented camp with only eight tents, offering tourists a secluded, personalized experience. Every tent boasts a private veranda with breathtaking views of the surrounding fauna.
Highlights of Camp
- Reasonably priced and a great deal for the money
- Beautiful views of Mount Kenya
- Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary is nearby
- The Big Five game
- Nighttime game drives
- East Africa’s most prominent black rhino sanctuary
Governors Camp
Situated on the banks of the Mara River in the Masai Mara Reserve, Governors Camp provides visitors with breathtaking views of the surrounding wildlife. It is one of the larger camps in the area, but it does provide great value, with 37 tented apartments. Expect to witness various species, such as hippos, elephants, and lions. In addition, Governors Camp offers an extensive range of activities, such as fishing excursions, nature walks, wildlife drives, and optional balloon safaris, all expertly guided to ensure your safety and enhance your knowledge of the wildlife.
Highlights of the Camp
- Superb game drives
- Magnificent wildlife photography
- Safari with balloons
- Expertly led game walks
Mara Toto Camp
There are just five tents in Mara Toto Camp, each with a separate porch. Each tented apartment has a flush toilet, shower, and sink in its en suite bathroom, which is situated on a wooden terrace. You can participate in various activities at Mara Toto, such as guided walks, wildlife drives, community visits, and lounging in your tented room. Numerous species can be seen in the surrounding area, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, hippos, zebras, and wildebeests.
Highlights of the Camp
- Being in the middle of a forest at night
- Fantastic nature and game drives
- The sounds of Africa at night when gathered around the fire
- The annual migration
- Almost total seclusion while visiting this place
Mara Nyika Camp
Visit Mara Nyika Camp within the Naboisho Conservancy of the Masai Mara. You could see beautiful views of the Mara River Valley from the camp, perched above the Oloololo Escarpment. Each of the five opulent tented apartments at the camp has a private veranda and an en suite bathroom, making them the finest accommodations one can purchase. King-sized beds, Persian rugs, and antiques are in the roomy and tastefully decorated tents. Game drives, nature hikes, and bird watching are just a few activities the camp provides.
Highlights of the camp
- Naboisho Conservancy
- Incredible wildlife sightings
- Evening game drives
- Charming and opulent tented accommodations
- Family suites are ideal for groups of people.
Elephant Bedroom Camp
Elephant Bedroom Camp lies on the edge of the Samburu Reserve in Kenya. This opulent safari-tented lodge provides a memorable encounter with animals and avian species. There are twelve tented rooms at Elephant Bedroom, each with a private bathroom and observation deck. Visitors can participate in guided nature hikes, wildlife drives, picnics in the bush, and sundowners.
Highlights of the Camp
- Escorted nature hikes
- Game Drives
- Sundowners
- Bush morning meals
- Cultural exchanges
Serian Nkorombo Camp
Serian Nkorombo Camp offers visitors an unparalleled safari experience within the Masai Mara National Reserve. The camp is on the banks of the Nkorombo River, offering breathtaking views of the Mara River and the surrounding wildlife. Five opulent tented suites with hot showers and flush toilets are available at the site. Serian Nkorombo Camp offers many recreational opportunities, such as bush walks, wildlife drives, and trips to a nearby Masai town.
Highlights of the Camp
- It’s worth the money even though it’s not the cheapest
- Near a major river crossing for migration
- A cozy, compact, traditional tented camp
- Wildlife and fauna abound
- Offers breathtaking views of the Mara River.
Porini Amboseli Camp
Amboseli National Park’s Selenkay Conservancy is home to the private wilderness camp known as Porini Amboseli Camp. It lies at the boundary of the Selenkay Conservancy and offers views of Mount Kilimanjaro. This camp only has ten tented suites, giving visitors a more individualized and unique experience. The tents are roomy and equipped with en suite facilities featuring eco-friendly toiletries, hot showers, and flush toilets. You will find reasonably priced tents and opulent camping accommodations.
Highlights of the Camp
- Reasonably priced
- Game drives
- Shooting
- Guided strolls
- See a Maasai traditional community.
Mara Expedition Camp
This is one of Kenya’s best camps within the Mara North Conservancy. Six luxury tented suites guarantee seclusion and solitude. The Mara North Conservancy, home to large herds of migratory wildebeests, is one of Kenya’s most wildlife-rich regions. This is where Mara Expedition Camp is located.
Highlights of the Camp
- Surrounding animals
- Game drives and guided tours
- A personal camp
- Two migrations a year
- A secluded and natural setting
- Cuisine and dining establishments
- The local birdlife of the camp
Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp
Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp is a part of the Loisaba Wilderness in the Laikipia Plateau. It provides breathtaking views of the surroundings and offers activities like nature hikes, horseback riding, camel riding, and wildlife drives for its visitors. The camp is excellent for families and couples wishing to mix luxury with personalized service. Twelve exquisitely designed tents make up Loisaba Camp; three are family-tented suites, and four are ideal for a honeymoon.
Highlights of the Camp
- Walking safaris and game drives
- Trails for mountain bikes
- safaris with horses
- Safaris on camelbacks
- Gorgeous vistas of the Laikipia Plains
- Photographing wildlife and birds
Tour With Alika Adventures
We understand that most of your safari in Kenya would be spent in tented camps or safari tents. Why not make it just as memorable by booking with Alika Adventures? It can be challenging to know where to begin because there are so many diverse things to do and see. However, there’s no need to rush into reservations; these tented campers will always be available when you’re ready. Make your reservation for your upcoming Kenyan safari immediately with Alika Adventures; our website has amazing deals and packages.