Kenya Camps & Lodges
Hemingways River Camp Mara, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
A Luxury Tented Camp in Kenya
Camp Details
Set along the Njageteck River in the Mara North Conservancy, Hemingways River Camp Mara offers an intimate, under-canvas safari in one of the most wildlife-rich corners of the Greater Maasai Mara. Built by Richard Roberts, a third-generation conservationist, and his wife Liz, the camp was founded on a deep respect for nature, privacy, and personalised service, a legacy now continued under the Hemingways Collection.
With just eight tents, the camp blends intimacy with adventure. Six Luxury Tents capture the spirit of classic safari living, while one spacious Family Suite and one Private Suite provide added comfort with multiple bedrooms, private lounge areas, and dedicated staff, ideal for families or small groups. From your veranda, you may watch elephants at the springs or hear lions calling into the night.
Here, each day is yours, whether tracking big cats with expert guides, dining beneath the stars, or sharing stories by the fire. River Camp’s seclusion, warmth, and roots in this land make it safari as it was meant to be: unfiltered, personal, unforgettable.
WHY CHOOSE HEMINGWAYS RIVER CAMP MARA?
- This camp is also particularly known for its resident lion pride which can often been seen hunting right in front of the camp, and most always can be heard roaring during the night.
- The ‘Honeymooners’ tent is located a little while away from the rest of the camp therefore making it a bit more secluded and private.
- Scheduled light aircraft transfer to the nearest airstrip, Mara North Conservancy, from Nairobi’s Wilson domestic airport (1 hr 15 mins) and other locations in Kenya.
Questions about River Camp
Which tent should honeymooners ask for?
The Honeymooners tent sits a short way from the rest of the camp, so it is more secluded and private than the others. With only eight tents in total, the camp is quiet anyway. Rates start from around US$840 per person per night.
Is there space for a family or a small group?
Yes. Alongside six Luxury Tents in classic safari style, there is one Family Suite and one Private Suite, each with multiple bedrooms, private lounge areas and dedicated staff. Both work well for families or a group of friends who want their own corner of camp.
How do we get there from Nairobi?
Scheduled light aircraft flights run from Wilson domestic airport to the Mara North Conservancy airstrip, the nearest to camp, taking around an hour and fifteen minutes, with connections from other parts of Kenya. The camp lies along the Njageteck River in the conservancy, and its resident lion pride is often heard, and sometimes seen hunting, from camp.
Activities
Hemingways River Camp Mara Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 05 January – 14 June; 01 November – 17 December | Classic Safari Tent | US $ 840 |
| 2026 | 15 - 30 June; 01 September – 31 October | Classic Safari Tent | US $ 1185 |
| 2026 | 01 July – 31 August; 18 December 2026 – 04 January 2027 | Classic Safari Tent | US $ 1320 |
| 2027 | 01 March – 09 April, 11 May – 14 June; 01 November – 17 December | Classic Safari Tent | US $ 840 |
| 2027 | 05 January - 28 February, 15 – 30 June; 01 September – 31 October | Classic Safari Tent | US $ 1185 |
| 2027 | 01 July – 31 August; 18 December 2027 – 04 January 2028 | Classic Safari Tent | US $ 1320 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Hemingways River Camp Mara rates include:
- Full board accommodation
- Game drives (day/night) and sundowners
- House beverages
- Bush meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Laundry service
- Guided bush walks
- Local airstrip transfers (alternate arrangements at cost in poor weather)
Questions about River Camp
Which tent should honeymooners ask for?
The Honeymooners tent sits a short way from the rest of the camp, so it is more secluded and private than the others. With only eight tents in total, the camp is quiet anyway. Rates start from around US$840 per person per night.
Is there space for a family or a small group?
Yes. Alongside six Luxury Tents in classic safari style, there is one Family Suite and one Private Suite, each with multiple bedrooms, private lounge areas and dedicated staff. Both work well for families or a group of friends who want their own corner of camp.
How do we get there from Nairobi?
Scheduled light aircraft flights run from Wilson domestic airport to the Mara North Conservancy airstrip, the nearest to camp, taking around an hour and fifteen minutes, with connections from other parts of Kenya. The camp lies along the Njageteck River in the conservancy, and its resident lion pride is often heard, and sometimes seen hunting, from camp.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Hemingways River Camp Mara.
Questions about River Camp
Which tent should honeymooners ask for?
The Honeymooners tent sits a short way from the rest of the camp, so it is more secluded and private than the others. With only eight tents in total, the camp is quiet anyway. Rates start from around US$840 per person per night.
Is there space for a family or a small group?
Yes. Alongside six Luxury Tents in classic safari style, there is one Family Suite and one Private Suite, each with multiple bedrooms, private lounge areas and dedicated staff. Both work well for families or a group of friends who want their own corner of camp.
How do we get there from Nairobi?
Scheduled light aircraft flights run from Wilson domestic airport to the Mara North Conservancy airstrip, the nearest to camp, taking around an hour and fifteen minutes, with connections from other parts of Kenya. The camp lies along the Njageteck River in the conservancy, and its resident lion pride is often heard, and sometimes seen hunting, from camp.
Activities
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