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Serian – The Original, nestled in the exclusive Mara North Conservancy, offers an intimate safari experience in the heart of the Masai Mara. This authentic safari camp provides a unique adventure with private safari vehicles, ensuring personalized game drives.
Guests can enjoy luxurious accommodations in spacious tents with beautiful bush bathrooms, overlooking the Mara River. Activities include night game drives, fly camping, and cultural immersions with the Maasai people. Witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration at the Mara River, a must-see for wildlife enthusiasts. Experience untamed Africa at Serian – The Original, where comfort meets adventure.
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Serian - The Original Guest Experience.
Serian – The Original is a standout member of the exclusive Alex Walker Collection of intimate safari camps. Nestled in the private Mara North Conservancy, this authentic safari camp exudes comfortable charm while offering an unparalleled safari experience.
Perfectly situated for exploring both the conservancy and the renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, Serian – The Original provides a personalized adventure with each tent having its own private safari vehicle and driver. This ensures a tailor-made safari devoid of the crowds often found in the National Reserve, enhancing the sense of privacy and exclusivity.
Embodying classic safari elegance, the communal spaces of Serian – The Original include a thatched mess area with an open-air dining section and a cosy lounge. Here, guests can relax on plush cream-colored sofas amidst dark wooden furniture, warmed by a romantic indoor fireplace. With a capacity for only twelve guests, the camp maintains an intimate and tranquil atmosphere.
Culinary delights include fresh produce from the camp’s own garden, with meals ranging from homemade toasted muesli and mango slices for breakfast to elegant three-course dinners by the fireside. The camp’s unique approach even includes beehives in the garden to deter elephants.
Accommodation consists of six expansive marquee-style tents, each featuring beautiful bush bathrooms with enormous baths, twin basins, flush toilets, and powerful showers overlooking the lush Mara River valley. The tents are tastefully decorated with comfy furniture including four-poster beds, Persian rugs, and distressed white wood shelving, all in soothing neutral tones.
The wooden decks offer daybeds and floor cushions with views of hippos in the river. The ‘Nest’ treehouse provides an additional unique experience for overnight stays or treetop picnics. A family suite is also available with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a shared wooden deck.
Wildlife and Game Viewing
The Mara North Conservancy is renowned for its exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. This diverse landscape, featuring grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops, is home to an abundance of wildlife, including the iconic Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinoceros.
The Mara River, a key feature of the conservancy, teems with life, including the famous Nile tilapia. The varied habitats within the conservancy support a wide range of species, making it an ideal location for game viewing. Whether on a game drive or a walking safari, guests are sure to encounter the rich biodiversity that makes the Masai Mara world-famous.
Witness the Great Migration at the Mara River
One of the most extraordinary natural spectacles on Earth, the Great Migration, unfolds dramatically at the Mara River. This awe-inspiring event is a must-see for any wildlife enthusiast visiting Serian – The Original.
Each year, from July to October, over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles embark on a perilous journey from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the lush plains of the Masai Mara in Kenya. The Mara River crossing is the climax of this epic migration, as the animals brave the treacherous waters teeming with crocodiles and other predators lying in wait.
Activities at Serian – The Original
Guests at Serian – The Original can indulge in a variety of activities at this unique safari camp. A highlight is the game drive in an open-top safari vehicle, led by an extremely knowledgeable personal guide and spotter. With exclusive use of the safari vehicle, guests can enjoy personalized game viewing experiences at their own pace. The camp also offers morning walking safaris, allowing guests to experience untamed Africa up close, spotting diverse wildlife like elephants and buffalo.
Fly camping is another option, offering an adventurous overnight stay in the bush. The spacious tents feature large bathrooms and well-furnished interiors, providing a luxurious and tranquil atmosphere. Night game drives and hot air balloon safaris (additional charge) add to the thrilling activities available. The mess tent serves as a central area for dining and socializing, where guests can enjoy fresh, locally sourced meals in a relaxed setting.
Location and Setting
Serian ‘The Original’ is nestled in the heart of the private Mara North Conservancy, overlooking the majestic Mara River. This exclusive Mara North Conservancy spans 30,000 acres of pristine wilderness, offering breathtaking views of the Oloololo escarpment and the surrounding landscape.
As one of only 11 member camps in this private reserve, Serian ‘The Original’ provides an intimate and secluded safari experience. The camp’s prime location ensures guests are immersed in the natural beauty and tranquility of the Masai Mara, with unparalleled opportunities to witness the region’s incredible wildlife.
