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Serian Camp

Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Silver price level

Mango Opinion

This camp enjoys a prime location in the Mara North Conservancy within striking distance of the National Reserve and great local game viewing.  Amazing guides and private vehicles are the norm. We really like the location down on the river. The rocky paths to the tents can be a downside as they are tough to navigate for some of our travelers but an askari is always there to lend an arm.

Serian Camp is a lovely tented camp that flanks a secluded valley located alongside the Mara River. Serian (meaning peaceful, calm or serene in the Maa language of the Maasai people) lies on a gentle slope under large Walbergia trees positioned to blend unobtrusively into the surrounding vegetation. The camp opens onto views of the Mara River and the Siria Escarpment, a ridge that defines the western edge of the Maasai Mara National Reserve.  Serian was designed to be a retreat from the bustle of contemporary life, and a chance to experience untamed Africa in traditional tented splendour.

There are five en-suite marque tents, each furnished in rich warm textures mixed with natural hard woods, comfortable colonial style furnishing with a little eastern spice. The tents are large and spacious and have private verandas where you can sit and watch the sun rise or muse over the days game viewing with refreshing pre-dinner drink.   The beautiful bush bathrooms offer views over the river valley as you soak in your tub, and this openness simulates the delicious sensation of being outdoors. 

Activities mostly focus on twice daily wildlife drives or a full day out with a picnic either in the Mara North Conservancy or heading into the Mara National Reserve.   Bush walks, fly cmping and fishing are enjoyable alternatives.  Hot air balloon Safaris over the plains are available at an extra cost.

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