Mara Simba Lodge sits within the reserve area itself, close enough to the safari gate that game drives can start with minimal travel time, a genuine practical advantage over lodges set further out. The property spans a large, scenic grounds along the Talek River, with rooms overlooking the water where hippos are a regular presence.
Rooms are spacious and well maintained, and the lodge has built a reputation for attentive service, including accommodating dietary needs like vegetarian meals without fuss. In the evenings, the lodge occasionally hosts Maasai cultural performances, a small but memorable addition to a stay here.
What to Expect
Game drives. Morning and afternoon drives into the Masai Mara National Reserve, with your own driver guide throughout your stay, and a quick start thanks to the lodge’s proximity to the gate.
Dining. Full board meals with a proper buffet spread, dietary requirements accommodated on request.
Facilities. Riverside rooms, landscaped grounds, and occasional evening cultural performances.
Good for. Couples and families who want a comfortable, well located lodge close to the reserve, without paying for a luxury tier experience.
Good to Know
- Located close to the safari gate, a practical choice if minimizing travel time to game drives matters to you
- Riverside rooms available, worth requesting when we book
- Good option for travelers with dietary requirements, the kitchen has a solid reputation for accommodating requests
Book This Lodge as Part of Your Safari
We include Mara Simba Lodge 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.