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Mara Explorer

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

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; al fresco dining
Interior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; al fresco dining
Interior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top 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
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve
  • Mara Triangle
  • Talek Gate
  • Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara)

Room options

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Luxury Tent (3 Safaris included)

Luxury Tent (3 Safaris included)

Highlights

Patio
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Maasai Mara

A luxury stay in Maasai Mara awaits you at Mara Explorer. You'll be 9.3 km (5.8 mi) from Mara River and 10.4 km (6.5 mi) from Mara Triangle. Highlights at this boutique tentalow include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The fine-dining restaurant, Talek Lounge, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the tentalow's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy access to ecotours and a wildlife and game drive. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free extended parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .In the area of this 5-property class Maasai Mara tentalow, you'll find Maasai Mara National Reserve.
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Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Barafu Lounge - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Mara Explorer

Riverwalk tentalow with free breakfast and free airport shuttle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Mara Explorer. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Maasai Mara tentalow.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2001
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mara Explorer offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to patios. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. This Maasai Mara tentalow provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 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 lift
  • 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

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 14 May 2025 to 31 January 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mara Explorer

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD70 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We've listed all 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the tentalow before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Mara Explorer?

Mara Explorer offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Mara Explorer?

Yep, Mara Explorer has a free self car park and free extended parking.

What makes Mara Explorer a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mara Explorer.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Mara Explorer?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Mara Explorer serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet brekkie is offered daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mara Explorer?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mara Explorer?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mara Explorer?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mara Explorer?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.