quiet valley just north of the Masai Mara National Reserve
Made up of just a handful of cottages, the delightful Saruni Mara sits in a quiet valley just north of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
In the very exclusive Mara North Conservancy, Saruni Mara stands out for its small size and authentic feel. Include a stay here in your luxury, tailor-made holiday, and you’ll be joined by just a handful of other guests as you immerse yourself in this iconic Kenyan wilderness. You’ll wake in sumptuous four-poster beds, and have your own expansive wooden veranda to bask in the sun’s first rays.
During the day, Masai warriors will guide you through the hot bush on the trail of the impressive game for which the area is famed, sharing their generations-old wisdom of the landscape. You’ll ride in a 4×4 safari vehicles in pursuit of big cats as they stalk their prey, and soar above the plains in a hot air balloon. You’ll even be able to brush up on your bush skills – from tracking to tool-making – with Saruni’s brilliant, immersive ‘Warrior Academy’.
Saruni Mara, Masai Mara
Saruni Mara, at a Glance
- Small and therefore very exclusive boutique lodge in the Mara North Conservancy
- A private wildlife area bordering the famous Masai Mara National Reserve
- Five elegant cottages, one family villa and one private villa
- Designed with thatched roofs, white-washed walls and classic safari furnishings
- Glorious open-plan bedrooms and designer ensuites with alfresco showers
- Lovely wooden verandas looking out over the hills of the conservancy
- Breakfasts in secluded valleys and romantic dinners under the African stars
- Sundowners at known beauty spots
For Leisure and Pleasure
- Game drives through the renowned and game-rich Masai Mara National Reserve, the Mara North Conservancy and surrounding conservancies
- Night drives in the Mara North – not permitted in national parks
- Guided bush walks with Masai warriors and hiking
- Warriors Academy teaching bush skills and tracking
- Superb bird watching with knowledgeable guides
- Massage and spa treatments
- Hot air balloon flights
- Cultural visits to local Masai markets
The service we received from The Ultimate Travel Company was second to none. Tania took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and helped us explore every option clearly and thoroughly. Her first-hand knowledge of Kenya and safaris made a real difference – she explained everything brilliantly. The thoughtful extras, like the travel wallet and documents, were such a lovely touch – especially for someone who loves to travel well-organised! Thank you so much. We’ll definitely be back for future adventures.
Planning my first solo trip felt like a big step, but The Ultimate Travel Company made it easy from the outset. I reached out over a year in advance, and Rob Kent quickly put together a thoughtful itinerary based on exactly what I was looking for, securing great flights and always being available to talk things through. Everything ran smoothly and I felt looked after every step of the way. The accommodation in Japan, Fiji and Tahiti was excellent and the experiences unforgettable.
