&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Classical Kenyan safari redefined

Location

In a private concession bordering the Masai Mara 2 scheduled flights a day to the private airstrip, followed by a 30 minute drive to the lodge

Accommodation

12 classic tents, 20 superior tents (including 3 Family Tents) and 8 superior view tents; Wi-fI in tents

Amenities

Lodge Pool; Safari Shop; Interactive kitchen and vegetable garden; Tusker Bar; wi-fi in guest area

Wellness

Massage tent

Family

Children of all ages welcome WILDChild programme (at an additional cost) Childminders available (at an additional cost)

Safari Experiences

Twice daily game drives; night drives; nature walks; Hot air ballooning; interaction with the Maasai; Maasai dancers; Maasai talks

The spirit of &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Located where the riverine forest meets the sweeping plains in the path of the awe-inspiring Great Migration, the camp provides an authentic dose of African wildlife, delivered with legendary Kenyan hospitality. Enhancing its signature elements of romance and nostalgia, the camp has been redesigned to better showcase its panoramic Masai Mara views. With timeless interiors that are simple yet contemporary and stylish, the new Kichwa Tembo enhances guests’ sense of privacy and enjoyment.

Why we love it

Day and night game drives and nature walks
Early morning Hot air ballooning available daily
Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, first time and repeat travellers, nature lovers, photographers, birders
Breath-taking views of the Masai Mara
In the foothills of the scenic Oloololo Escarpment, the rim of the Great Rift Valley Seasonal views of the Great Migration, including river crossing

The camp

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo is renowned for its gracious teams of Kenyan staff whose warm welcome, charming service and effortless energy delight guests from all over the world.

Laid out along the Sabaringo River on the edge of the Oloololo escarpment, &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Masai Mara Tented Camp looks out onto the plains of the Masai Mara. Set on a private concession leased from Masai landlords in the north of the Mara, the camp offers total seclusion and abundant wildlife.

Simple yet contemporary, the Maasai-inspired suites are elegant and timeless, firmly entrenching &Beyond Kichwa Tembo as the unrivalled luxury tented camp of its size in the greater Mara. As guests arrive at &Beyond Kichwa Tembo, they are instantly welcomed by the commanding view. The spacious guest areas incorporate split-level spaces where guests can relax and unwind. The different layers can accommodate high guest volumes in peak season, yet still provide a sense of intimacy during quieter times. The large windows invite the Mara inside, making it feel like part of the guest area.

Guests can escape to the massage tent to indulge in a relaxing treatment or browse the redesigned Safari Shop, which offers the finest Kenyan handicrafts. The rim-flow swimming pool, literally on the edge of the Mara, boasts one of the world’s most extraordinary views.

12 Classic tents, 20 Superior tents and 8 Superior View tents, are laid out in immaculate grounds, with leisurely groups of warthog feeding right outside the tent doors.