In the heart of a national park, Sarova Mara Game Camp offers an unforgettable getaway. Indulge in a breakfast buffet, unwind with spa services like Swedish massage or aromatherapy, and enjoy lunch and dinner at Boma dining.
Maasai Mara National Reserve - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
Sekenani Reserve Headquarters - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
Nashulai Maasai Conservancy - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
Ololaimutiek Gate - 33 min drive - 16.8 km
Getting around
Maasai Mara (KEU-Keekorok) - 31 min drive
Maasai Mara (OSJ-Ol Seki Airstrip) - 49 min drive
Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 86 min drive
Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 102 min drive
Maasai Mara (MDR-Musiara Airstrip) - 109 min drive
Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 120 min drive
Maasai Mara (HKR-Mara North) - 139 min drive
Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara) - 168 min drive
Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo) - 27.4 miles/44.2 km
Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 111.8 miles/179.9 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Mara Simba Lodge Masai Mara - 39 min drive
Blessing Hotel - 7 min drive
Fig Fruit Restaurant - 38 min drive
kiboko bar - 39 min drive
Isokon Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Sarova Mara Game Camp
Sarova Mara Game Camp puts you within a 10-minute drive of Maasai Mara National Reserve. Guests can indulge in Swedish massages or aromatherapy, and Boma dining serves lunch and dinner. Other features of this luxurious lodge include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a children's pool.
All inclusive
All-inclusive room rates at Sarova Mara Game Camp are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Languages
English, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
75 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via airplane and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Free supervised childcare
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Mini golf
Playground
Free supervised childcare/activities
Children's games
What to do
Archery
Mini golf
Kayaking
Pool table
Fishing
Safari nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Romance packages
Facilities
Built in 1984
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
Spa services
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Area rugs in room
Smooth flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Desk chair
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
LED light bulbs
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include Swedish massages and massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Dining
Boma dining - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 100 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 3 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 45 per person (one way)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 4 and 12 costs USD 22.50
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Mara Sarova
Mara Sarova Game Camp
Sarova Camp
Sarova Game Camp
Sarova Mara Camp
Sarova Mara Game
Sarova Mara Game Camp Lodge Masai Mara
Sarova Mara Game Camp Lodge
Sarova Mara Game Camp Lodge Narok
Sarova Mara Game Camp Narok
Sarova Mara Game Camp Maasai Mara
Sarova Mara Game Camp Lodge Maasai Mara
Frequently asked questions
Does Sarova Mara Game Camp offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sarova Mara Game Camp does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sarova Mara Game Camp?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Sarova Mara Game Camp?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sarova Mara Game Camp?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Sarova Mara Game Camp?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 45 per person one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sarova Mara Game Camp?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Sarova Mara Game Camp and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, archery, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. Sarova Mara Game Camp also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sarova Mara Game Camp?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Boma dining.
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Sarova Mara Game Camp Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
Incredible resort!!! I’ve now stayed here twice - once solo and once with my family. Both experiences were extraordinary! Fantastic service, beautiful property, amazing game drives (ask for Patrick!)
Marie
Marie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2022
Experiência Incrível.
O local é lindo e a estrutura maravilhosa. A comida super variada e sempre te perguntam se falta alguma coisa.
O meu quarto era lindo, super espaçoso, com bela varanda de frente para o lago. Piscina muito gostosa. Atendimento impecável. Queríamos sair às 6 da manhã para começar o safari. O café da manhã estava pronto e fizeram lunch box para nós e também para o motorista. Super recomendo.Melhor acho que é impossível.
Silvia
Silvia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2021
Great hotel had the best time ever here. Location inside Masaai Mara is perfect in a place with lots of animals around and the cheetah Brothers&lions regularly are seen close to the hotel. Masaai Mara is definitely a prime safari destination with the best game viewing and nature around. The "tents" are luxury rooms with a very nice private deck space and ensuite bathroom. Matrasses a bit hard but that's Kenya standard, they will give you extra blankets to soften the matras when needed so no worries. Big pool(unheated), many activities and every night a show or something else to experience like traditional Mara dance. The hotel is good wheelchair accessible and they have a adapted tent&toilet. The food served in the restaurant is excellent very high quality and many choices, you can taste they grow their own vegetables. Nice live music during dinner and indoor and outdoor seating. The private outdoor dinner is a must when celebrating a special occasion we will never forget ❤️ They also make nice lunch boxes for free on request if you ask the night before so you can stay in Mara all day without having to go back for lunch. The thing this hotel makes exceptional is their wonderful staff and there efforts to make you feel at home. Always friendly, happy and trying to make your day better. From the hot water bottles in your bed placed during dinner, to helping you with whatever you need or a happy talk nothing is unpossible.
We will definitely recommend this hotel it's a experien
Laila
Laila, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 23, 2020
Great location, clean rooms but photos looked a bit more spectacular and this is most definitely not a 5 star hotel. The food was disappointing. Coffee was sour, which led me to notice the pot was frequently dirty with old coffee stains at the rim. Bread station was not fresh, pretty stale. I wish the hotel would enforce etiquette - Chinese guests were inconsiderate and frequently hogged all the food stations. Water in this hotel is NOT potable. They give you 2 tiny bottles per day and force you to buy exceptionally overpriced water at each meal. Take large bottled water with you to the camp, though it is apparently not permissible to bring outside water to the restaurant. Staff is overall very polite and helpful.
Beware of Masai people who haggle you for overpriced items, even at the hotel. If you visit their village which is nearby, they charge you $25 USD per person. Politely we declined to buy their trinkets and said we didn’t have cash. After giving us a 1 hour showing of their village and how they are against any modern technology, they told us they take Visa or MasterCard at their village market. Bahaha.
If you take a Balloon Safari which you can book at the hotel - negotiate the price. They seem to charge Americans more for everything which is pretty irritating. We found out that people in our Balloon Safari paid less than we did. Not cool.
Anita
Anita, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2020
The tent itself was very dirty and service was slow
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 19, 2019
Marianne
Marianne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2019
massai presentations very good,service at restaurant very good
Gene
Gene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2019
This place is a dream. Best place to stay in Masai Mara hands down. And possibly one of my fav places I've ever stayed in the world. Service is top notch. Staff makes you feel like you're family which makes it that much more special. Wish I could stay at least a week to soak in all the healing, peaceful, calming vibes.
Catherine
Catherine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2019
Beautiful property and staff! Felt like our home away from home immediately. Would highly recommend.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2018
Sarova Mara Solo Stay
I had an amazing stay at Sarova Mara Game Camp which is just inside the Sekenani Gate. The service from the moment I entered Reception to the time I left was simply superb. The accommodation was very clean, comfortable and well stocked with toiletries and furnishings and the restaurant provided a wide range of quality food at each meal. Highly recommended and one I definitely plan to revisit
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2018
Unforgettable
Amazing and beautiful stay at Sarova
Pros: Staff is super friendly and well trained. Food is good, lots of variety. Nice pool area. Good wifi.
I also need to mention our guides Edward and Tony who were superb!
Cons: Not really a con and at no fault of Sarova but fly's and insects so be prepared
Verified traveler
3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2017
Outstanding stay!
We had an amazing time at Sarova properties in Kenya. Sarova Mara Game camp was amazing too. Excellent staff, outstanding food and amazingly warm stay. Special shoutout to Martin, James, Kevin, Gilbert, Abel, Joseph, Grace and all others...would love to come back soon.
amrita
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2015
BEWARE OF $75 Per Person Per Game Drive EXTRA.
Good hotel with friendly staff. Unfortunately as we checked out and reached the jeep to take us to the airport (extra $45 pp) the receptionist came running claiming EXTRA payment of $75 pp per game drive. This was not stated anywhere nor were we informed at any point. This was sad end to an otherwise good experience.
sultan
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2015
Nice game camp
The hotel is right in the heart of the Masai Mara. The location and staff are amazing. It was an spectacular vacation
alejandro
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2014
Adventurous location with excellent facilities.
The camp is located inside the national park. You can hear animals howling in the night.
Gives you a feeling as if you are among the animals. But with security. The camp itself looks beautiful.
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2013
Safari
We received excellent service throughout our stay. We communicated with the lodge via email to arrange our booking and received prompt feedback and they even helped us in coordinating our transport / safari package. Amazing trip!!!!
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2012
A 5-Star Camp!
A friend and I enjoyed a wonderful 3 days at the Sarova Mara. Its more of a resort than a game camp. The service, food, setting was all great. Our tent was very comfortable. We had a great safari guide, named Ken, who managed to get us up close and personal(?!) with everything we wanted to see. A champagne breakfast in the garden on our last day there was the icing on the cake. The one thing I would caution future travellers against doing is the cultural excursion to the Masai village. It was not pleasant, and the pressure to buy their trinkets was unbearable.