Kenya Camps & Lodges
Karen Blixen Camp, Mara North Conservancy, Kenya
A Tented Camp in Kenya
Camp Details
Karen Blixen Camp is set on the bank of the Mara River with the impressive Oloo lolo Escarpment in the front and the Mara plains behind; the location is spectacular; throughout the day elephants, giraffes, zebras and impalas come for a drink while a large hippo pod rest lazily in the river. The Camp situated in the beautiful Mara North Conservancy that forms the vital northwestern zone of the Masai Mara Ecosystem. The conservancy borders the Masai Mara National Reserve in the south of Kenya and is part of the Mara-Serengeti Ecosystem.
Karen Blixen Camp encompasses 22 large luxury canvas tents – each set on a beautiful wooden platform with a spacious verandah. On the cushion daybed one can enjoy an afternoon siesta, taking in the wonderful surroundings. Each tent is en-suite and furnished with a large comfortable bed, woven rugs and a cozy armchair giving you the ultimate in camping luxury. All tents are placed with undisturbed view along the Mara River giving unique and private game viewing to the Oloololo Escarpment and its rich wildlife.
WHY CHOOSE KAREN BLIXEN CAMP?
- The location of Karen Blixen Camp allows guests to experience wildlife from a prime position where this area is famed for the renowned migration of approximately 1 million wildebeest, zebra and antelopes on their annual trek between the Serengeti and the Masai Mara in search of water and grazing.
- Walks with our knowledgeable and experienced guides and Maasai rangers are also very popular and allow for some really memorable moments and a chance to see the bush from a very different perspective.
- For those that want a little exercise, or to simply relax there is a swimming pool with sun-beds and umbrellas which is located in a quiet corner behind the mess.
Choosing a suite at Karen Blixen Camp
What is the difference between the suites?
Price and space. All 22 tents are large canvas ones on wooden platforms with a spacious verandah and cushioned daybed, en-suite, with woven rugs and an armchair. A Classic Suite is from US$383 per room per night, a Junior Suite US$546, and Deluxe and Honeymoon Suites US$708, with rates holding steady across 2026.
Can we walk in this part of the Mara?
You can. Karen Blixen Camp sits in the Mara North Conservancy, the north-western zone of the Mara ecosystem, where walks with the camp's guides and Maasai rangers are popular and give a very different perspective from a vehicle. The conservancy borders the Masai Mara National Reserve.
What can we see from the tents?
All the tents are placed with an undisturbed view along the Mara River towards the Oloololo Escarpment. Elephant, giraffe, zebra and impala come down to drink through the day and a large hippo pod rests in the river. There is also a swimming pool with sun-beds in a quiet corner behind the mess.
Activities
Karen Blixen Camp Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 01 January - 31 December | Classic Suite (Double/Twin) | US $ 383 |
| 2026 | 01 January - 31 December | Junior Suite (Double/Twin) | US $ 546 |
| 2026 | 01 January - 31 December | Deluxe Suite (Double/Twin) | US $ 708 |
| 2026 | 01 January - 31 December | Honeymoon Suite (Double/Twin) | US $ 708 |
Rates are Per Room Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Karen Blixen Camp rates include:
• Full board accommodation
• Water, soft drinks, tea, coffee, local beers, house wines, selected spirit and vodka.
• Unlimited shared game drives per day (optional full day game drive).
• One night game drive within Mara North Conservancy
• Return airstrip transfers in Mara
• Guided camp eco walk
• Visit to the Cooking School and bead project when in session
Choosing a suite at Karen Blixen Camp
What is the difference between the suites?
Price and space. All 22 tents are large canvas ones on wooden platforms with a spacious verandah and cushioned daybed, en-suite, with woven rugs and an armchair. A Classic Suite is from US$383 per room per night, a Junior Suite US$546, and Deluxe and Honeymoon Suites US$708, with rates holding steady across 2026.
Can we walk in this part of the Mara?
You can. Karen Blixen Camp sits in the Mara North Conservancy, the north-western zone of the Mara ecosystem, where walks with the camp's guides and Maasai rangers are popular and give a very different perspective from a vehicle. The conservancy borders the Masai Mara National Reserve.
What can we see from the tents?
All the tents are placed with an undisturbed view along the Mara River towards the Oloololo Escarpment. Elephant, giraffe, zebra and impala come down to drink through the day and a large hippo pod rests in the river. There is also a swimming pool with sun-beds in a quiet corner behind the mess.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Karen Blixen Camp.
Choosing a suite at Karen Blixen Camp
What is the difference between the suites?
Price and space. All 22 tents are large canvas ones on wooden platforms with a spacious verandah and cushioned daybed, en-suite, with woven rugs and an armchair. A Classic Suite is from US$383 per room per night, a Junior Suite US$546, and Deluxe and Honeymoon Suites US$708, with rates holding steady across 2026.
Can we walk in this part of the Mara?
You can. Karen Blixen Camp sits in the Mara North Conservancy, the north-western zone of the Mara ecosystem, where walks with the camp's guides and Maasai rangers are popular and give a very different perspective from a vehicle. The conservancy borders the Masai Mara National Reserve.
What can we see from the tents?
All the tents are placed with an undisturbed view along the Mara River towards the Oloololo Escarpment. Elephant, giraffe, zebra and impala come down to drink through the day and a large hippo pod rests in the river. There is also a swimming pool with sun-beds in a quiet corner behind the mess.
Activities
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