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River Camp Mara

Tented Camps

Richard’s River Camp: Safari Like Hemingway

Richard’s Camp is one of those iconic outpoststhat evokes the safaris of a bygone era.

Why it's unique

With only seven tents, this camp is ideal for individuals as well as groups who wish to experience the Mara intimately. Fabrics and furnishings offer a setting that conjures classic Out of Africa vibes.

The Masai Mara, alongside Tanzania’s Serengeti, is a premier wildlife haven, celebrated for its rich diversity and classic safari allure. Nestled in a riverine forest amidst short grass plains, this camp embodies both exclusivity and adventure, reflecting a legacy from Richard’s grandparents who settled in Kenya nearly 75 years ago. They established a pioneering conservation camp on Lake Baringo, hosting early flying safaris, including an expedition with Prince Philip in the 1960s.

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The stay

River Camp Mara at a glance.

Type: Tented Camp
Ideal For: Family · Couples
Experience: Wildlife Viewing
Geography: Savanna
Collection: Classic Safaris · Romantic Getaways · Family Safaris
When To Go: Year-round

Where it is

Masai Mara, Kenya

River Camp Mara

Masai Mara, Kenya

The Masai Mara in southwestern Kenya boasts vast savanna plains, iconic acacia trees, and the Mara River, which sustains abundant wildlife and drives the annual wildebeest migration. Its diverse landscape blends grasslands and rocky outcrops.

How To Get There

Most visitors fly from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, a 45–60 minute flight, to avoid poor roads and maximize safari time. From the airstrip, a 4x4 takes you to your lodge or camp.

Flora & Fauna

The Masai Mara is home to over 95 mammal species, including the Big Five. Its landscape features acacia trees, grasslands, and shrubs.

Cultural Impact

The Masai Mara is culturally significant as part of the Maasai people’s traditional lands. Their stewardship has preserved the ecosystem, creating a symbiotic link between their heritage and conservation.

In the magazine

Kenya Stories

StorySafari at its Best: 24 Hours in the MaraCrowds? We know where not to find them. Discover what a perfect day in the Maasai Mara really looks like—from sunrise lions and bush breakfasts to sundowners and campfire stories under the stars.Read the story

Story9 New Outposts We’re Stoked AboutThe most exciting openings of 2026 include a private Seychelles island reborn, Singita’s entry to the Okavango, a Peruvian fishing village haunted by Hemingway, and an Australian lodge set between rainforest and reef. The next era of UNCHARTED^® exploration is upon us.Read the story

StoryKenya: The Spirit of IndependentsBefore there was UNCHARTED^®, there was Bush Homes of East Africa — a handful of family-run camps that specialized in personal, hands-on hospitality. Decades later, that same owner-operated spirit shapes a new safari across Kenya, north to south.Read the story

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