Kenya Camps & Lodges
Tangulia Mara Camp, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
A Luxury Tented Camp in Kenya
Camp Details
Tangulia Mara Camp is a tented safari camp situated on a bend of the Mara River and overlooks the Olotulo-Murt springs and salt lick. With few natural salt licks in the Mara ecosystem, wildlife activity in front of the camp is constant with a variety of animals passing through. The camp’s ideal location, just north of the Musiara area, allows easy access for game drives around the Musiara Marsh, the short grass plains, and Rhino Ridge, into the Reserve or across the Mara River bridge into the Mara Triangle which is west of the river. Both areas have rich biodiversity and offer prime wildlife and big cat viewing; and, during the migration, ready access to some of the main river-crossings.
The name Tangulia means “to lead” in Kiswahili and is at the core of the camp’s existence. With over twenty-five years of guiding in the Mara, the owners Jackson Looseyia & Dominic Nchoe are more than qualified to give guests a truly authentic insight to Maasai culture, customs, beliefs and knowledge of the fauna and flora here. Tangulia has seven ensuite tents and a family tent consisting of two ensuite bedrooms with a shared sitting area.
WHY CHOOSE TANGULIA MARA CAMP?
- While at camp, guided walks on the slopes of the escarpment outside the reserve, and experiencing the warmth and hospitality of the nearby village are great attractions for guests.
- Chef takes great pride in his culinary expertise, learned over many years of catering to an international clientele.
- Hot and cold water is piped to each tent from our hilltop storage tanks. Solar lighting and a Wi-Fi hotspot complete the amenities
Staying at Tangulia Mara
Why does the camp make so much of the salt lick in front of it?
Natural salt licks are scarce in the Mara ecosystem, so the Olotulo-Murt springs and salt lick that the camp overlooks draw a steady stream of animals. Wildlife activity in front of camp is more or less constant, which means a good deal can be watched from a chair rather than a vehicle.
Can we reach both sides of the Mara River from here?
Yes. The camp sits on a bend of the Mara River just north of the Musiara area, giving easy game drives around Musiara Marsh, the short grass plains and Rhino Ridge, and access across the Mara River bridge into the Mara Triangle. During the migration that also puts you within reach of the main river crossings.
Who guides at Tangulia, and is there room for a family?
The owners, Jackson Looseyia and Dominic Nchoe, have more than twenty-five years of guiding in the Mara between them and share Maasai culture and knowledge of the wildlife here. Alongside seven ensuite tents there is a family tent with two ensuite bedrooms and a shared sitting area. Rates start from US$730 per person per night.
Activities
Tangulia Mara Camp Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 January - 30 June, 1 October - 19 December | – | US $ 730 |
| 2026 | 1 July - 30 September, 20 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 | – | US $ 900 |
| 2027 | 4 January - 30 June; 1 October - 19 December | – | US $ 730 |
| 2027 | 1 July - 30 September; 20 December 2027 - 3rd January 2028 | – | US $ 900 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Tangulia Mara Camp rates include full board accommodation, soft drinks, beer, non-premium wine and laundry, day game drives, local airstrip transfers (Musiara airstrip) & activities.
Staying at Tangulia Mara
Why does the camp make so much of the salt lick in front of it?
Natural salt licks are scarce in the Mara ecosystem, so the Olotulo-Murt springs and salt lick that the camp overlooks draw a steady stream of animals. Wildlife activity in front of camp is more or less constant, which means a good deal can be watched from a chair rather than a vehicle.
Can we reach both sides of the Mara River from here?
Yes. The camp sits on a bend of the Mara River just north of the Musiara area, giving easy game drives around Musiara Marsh, the short grass plains and Rhino Ridge, and access across the Mara River bridge into the Mara Triangle. During the migration that also puts you within reach of the main river crossings.
Who guides at Tangulia, and is there room for a family?
The owners, Jackson Looseyia and Dominic Nchoe, have more than twenty-five years of guiding in the Mara between them and share Maasai culture and knowledge of the wildlife here. Alongside seven ensuite tents there is a family tent with two ensuite bedrooms and a shared sitting area. Rates start from US$730 per person per night.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome.
Staying at Tangulia Mara
Why does the camp make so much of the salt lick in front of it?
Natural salt licks are scarce in the Mara ecosystem, so the Olotulo-Murt springs and salt lick that the camp overlooks draw a steady stream of animals. Wildlife activity in front of camp is more or less constant, which means a good deal can be watched from a chair rather than a vehicle.
Can we reach both sides of the Mara River from here?
Yes. The camp sits on a bend of the Mara River just north of the Musiara area, giving easy game drives around Musiara Marsh, the short grass plains and Rhino Ridge, and access across the Mara River bridge into the Mara Triangle. During the migration that also puts you within reach of the main river crossings.
Who guides at Tangulia, and is there room for a family?
The owners, Jackson Looseyia and Dominic Nchoe, have more than twenty-five years of guiding in the Mara between them and share Maasai culture and knowledge of the wildlife here. Alongside seven ensuite tents there is a family tent with two ensuite bedrooms and a shared sitting area. Rates start from US$730 per person per night.
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