Offbeat Mara Camp Video Overview

Offbeat Mara Camp is nestled in the heart of the Mara North Conservancy, a 74,000-acre private conservancy in Southern Kenya. The camp is strategically located near the Maasai Mara National Reserve, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. The conservancy is home to an abundance of wildlife, including the Big Five, and the Mara River, which flows gently through the landscape. The camp’s secluded setting ensures a peaceful and immersive experience, with the sounds of nature and the warmth of the African sun.

Wildlife and Game Viewing

Offbeat Mara Camp is renowned for its exceptional game viewing opportunities. The camp is situated in an area with high wildlife densities, making it a photographer’s paradise. The local lions, known as the Offbeat Pride, are almost part of the family, and the guides know every lion and their history over the past 20 years.

Guests can enjoy unlimited day and evening game drives, guided bush walks, and hot air balloon safaris, offering a unique perspective on the stunning landscape and wildlife. The camp’s expert guides are knowledgeable and passionate about the wildlife, ensuring a memorable and educational experience.

OffBeat Mara Camp Guest Experience

Offbeat Mara Camp is a charming, rustic retreat deeply inspired by the essence of a traditional African safari. Nestled in the heart of the wilderness without fences or barriers, Offbeat Mara Camp offers guests an immersive experience with the surrounding landscape.

Seamlessly integrated into the bush, Offbeat Mara is practically invisible to passersby. Its discreet decor and unfenced layout frequently host a local lion pride, whose roars echo majestically through the camp as they pass by.

Operated by staff from nearby Maasai villages, Offbeat Mara Camp is committed to supporting the local community by providing employment opportunities and preserving the natural beauty of the Mara North Conservancy.

By employing local personnel, Offbeat Mara ensures expert guidance from those most familiar with the reserve, with an excellent and efficient team focused on making guests feel welcome. Offbeat Mara boasts a warm, relaxed atmosphere that invites all to enjoy its comfortable accommodations and thrilling excursions, making it a favorite among families and safari enthusiasts.

Featuring just seven safari tents, Offbeat Mara Camp offers an intimate experience, with each tent discreetly positioned within the bush, hidden from the outside world. Five of these tents are standard, perfect for couples or pairs, while two family tents are designed for families, offering two separate bedrooms connected by a dressing area.

Recently renovated, Offbeat Mara’s main communal area is elevated on a wooden deck, with solid walls and a canvas roof, offering guests a cozy space to unwind on sofas and armchairs surrounding a fireplace. Guests can also enjoy the bar and shop, where local crafts are sold, with all proceeds benefiting the community. At the heart of the camp is a spacious dining area overlooking the Mara River.

Complimentary internet access and laundry services are available, along with all meals and beverages (excluding some premium alcoholic drinks). Babysitting and room services can be arranged upon request for an additional fee.

Activities at Offbeat Mara Camp

Set within its own private conservancy that extends from the Aitong Hills to the north-western edge of the Mara North Conservancy, Offbeat Mara boasts a variety of activities in the breathtaking open grassland plains, including game drives, bush breakfasts, and more. The camp features just seven tents, ensuring an intimate and exclusive experience for all guests.

The camp also offers family tents with adjoining twin-bedded areas for children, providing comfort and convenience for families. With limited tourist numbers to protect and preserve the stunning landscape, guests enjoy an exclusive experience, far removed from the hustle and bustle of crowds. To enhance the comfort of your stay, hot water bottles are provided to alleviate night chills.

Home to big cats, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, gazelles, and more, the Greater Maasai Mara is a must-visit for adventurers and wildlife enthusiasts. Guests at Offbeat Mara can embark on game drives throughout the conservancy and beyond, providing opportunities to witness these animals in their natural environment. Guided by an expert through the expansive plains, sightings of Africa’s Big 5 are a common highlight for guests.

Complimentary game drives occur twice daily—once during the day and once at night. Visitors staying at Offbeat Mara from mid-July to mid-October can also enjoy a drive into the Maasai Mara National Reserve, where they may witness the renowned wildebeest and zebra migration, a breathtaking spectacle of animals traversing the landscape.

Guests at Offbeat Mara Camp can also partake in guided walks across the Mara North Conservancy, led by knowledgeable guides who share insights into the area’s diverse plant, insect, and bird life. Spanning savannah and woodlands, these walks offer a chance to observe Kenya’s vibrant and unique wildlife. Additionally, safari walks provide an opportunity to track big game by following their trails, experiencing a day in the life of a big cat!

Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris, line fishing on the Olare Orok River, and village visits are available for an additional fee, enhancing your stay with unforgettable experiences for everyone in your group.

Cultural Experiences

Offbeat Mara Camp offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich culture of the local Maasai community. Guests can visit the local village or market, where they can learn about the traditional way of life and purchase handmade crafts.

Offbeat Mara Camp Promotion: Stay 4 Nights for the Price of 3 in Mara North Conservancy

Reserve your Mara North safari adventure at Offbeat Mara Camp for three nights and enjoy an additional night in Masai Mara at no extra cost! This special offer is available from 1 September to 31 December 2025, between 3 January and 30 June 2025, and from 01 October to 31 December 2025. We promise a fantastic experience with game drive, night drives, picnic lunches, hot air ballooning, hot water bottles and more.

Private Safari Vehicle Access in Maasai Mara National

For groups of four or more staying at Offbeat Mara Camp, exclusive use of a safari vehicle is provided for the entirety of your stay, ensuring a personalized exploration of the stunning landscape.