Welcome to Karen Blixen Camp

where luxury meets the wild, and every sunrise tells a new safari story.

Golden hour at Karen Blixen Camp

where the wild whispers and the sun melts into the savannah.

Blixen Game Drive

Into the wild, where every moment is untamed

Karen Blixen Camp Vibes

Floating in paradise, where the wild meets serenity

Spa & Wellness

Unwind in the heart of the Masai Mara — where luxury meets the wild at Karen Blixen Camp Spa.

Bush Meal Experience

Dining under the African sky — a magical bush meal at Karen Blixen Camp, where every bite comes with a view of the Mara.

Our History

Karen Blixen Camp offers an immersive experience in nature, with a front-row seat to wildlife in action. Throughout the day, guests can witness elephants, giraffes, zebras, and impalas gathering for water, while a pod of hippos lounges in the river.

The camp combines the beauty of unspoiled wilderness with the vibrant essence of African traditions. Whether seeking adventure or a moment of renewal, visitors will find a unique blend of nature, culture, and tranquility that promises to rejuvenate the spirit.

EXPERIENCES

Karen Blixen Camp is situated in the beautiful Mara North Conservancy. We protect more than 30,000 hectares of stunning natural wilderness in close partnership with the Maasai communities. This partnership provides the communities with the economic incentives to set aside their land for wildlife conservation while guaranteeing a truly exclusive safari experiences to our guests in one of the world’s most stunning wildlife areas with responsible tourism and controlled vehicle density.

Tented Camp

4X4 CRUSIERS

Restaurant

Safari Tents

PLACED WITHIN UNDISTUBED VIEWS ALONG THE MARA RIVER

Each tent is en-suite and furnished with a large comfortable bed, Persian rugs and a cozy armchair giving you the ultimate in camping luxury. The private bathroom has a flush toilet, twin wash hand basins and a romantic outside shower with amazing view to the sky. Water is heated using solar panels to avoid any use of firewood and thus conserving the Mara Woodlands.

LOCATION

MARA NORTH CONSERVANCY, MASAI MARA RESERVE Karen Blixen Camp is located on the bank of the Mara River, with the Oloololo Escarpment in front and the Mara plains behind. It lies within the Mara North Conservancy, a crucial part of the northwestern zone of the Masai Mara Ecosystem. The conservancy borders the Masai Mara National Reserve to the south of Kenya and is integrated into the greater Mara-Serengeti Ecosystem.

Accommodation

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

SPA TREATMENT

Outdoor showers

Swimming Pool

Featured Offers

FREE NIGHTS

Stay 3 nights, pay 2/Stay 4 pay 3 etc.

EARLY BIRD OFFER

5% Discount for bookings at least 6 months to travel date

FAMILY OFFER

Children aged 5 years and below sharing with two adults stay free of charge with conservancy fees of US$ 65 per child per night to pay

CAMP FACILITIES

STEP BACK IN TIME WITH MODERN LUXURY

Karen Blixen Camp offers an authentic ‘yesteryear’ experience for visitors wishing to gain that little extra from their safari. The Camp gives a feeling of the early 1920’s era with beautiful and comfortable furniture.

Long gone are the days when staying in a tented camp meant roughing it. You will find that Karen Blixen Camp is a step back in time with the luxury of today.

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