Built in 1985 and set right on the Talek River, Mara Intrepids Camp has built a strong reputation over four decades, guests consistently describe the staff as feeling like family rather than hotel service, and return visits are common. The Art Deco style tents give the camp a distinct character compared to the more generic canvas look found at many other Mara properties.
Rooms open onto private balconies or patios, with pillowtop beds, minibars and rainfall showers, comfortable without tipping into the highest luxury tier. A kids club and supervised children’s activities make this a genuinely practical choice for families, not just a marketing line, alongside a pool bar and a dining venue serving full board meals.
What to Expect
Game drives. Morning and afternoon drives into the Masai Mara National Reserve, with your own driver guide throughout your stay.
Dining. A dedicated restaurant with full board meals, plus a bar by the pool for evenings.
Facilities. A kids club with supervised activities, a real advantage for family safaris, alongside standard tented camp comforts.
Good for. Families with children, couples wanting a well established camp with a strong service reputation, and first time Mara visitors who want a dependable, well reviewed base.
Good to Know
- Located on the Talek River, wildlife including hippos are commonly heard or seen from camp
- Kids club and supervised activities available, worth confirming ages catered for when we book
- Credit cards accepted, cash is not
Book This Lodge as Part of Your Safari
We include Mara Intrepids Camp as an option in several of our Masai Mara itineraries, or can build a custom safari around a stay here specifically. Tell us your dates and we’ll confirm availability and pricing.