Kichwa Tembo sits at the toes of the Oloololo Escarpment, right at the western border of the Masai Mara Reserve in southwestern Kenya. The 40 Hemingway-style tents are a testament to safari living, with the luxury option and the classic option of accommodations, both of which are spacious, clean and showcasing the stunning views of the Masai Mara grasslands or the Sabaringo River. Guests may take meals at the lounging and dining areas or perhaps request a bush meal in the outdoors. When looking to do something a little crazy and refreshing, try out the bush walks or a community visit to the Masai Mara Reserve and its richness.
This is when nature is at her most theatrical, offering you an African wildlife experience unsurpassed in the world. Kichwa Tembo is situated at the foot of the Oloololo Escarpment, on the western border of the Masai Mara Reserve in southwestern Kenya. In addition to an excellent year-round concentration of animals, Kichwa Tembo lies directly in the path of Africa’s spectacular Great Migration of thousands of wildebeest and zebra.
Renowned as Kenya’s best loved safari lodge, Kichwa Tembo nestles below the Oloololo Escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, affording spectacular views of the Masai Mara’s game filled plains. The camp comprises of 40 Hemingway style tents in total, 28 of which are Classic safari tents and 12 of which are luxury tents. All are accompanied by en-suite bathrooms and private verandas. The camp itself provides comfortable guest areas, a large swimming pool.Kichwa Tembo’s spacious canvas safari tents offer magical views over the Masai Mara grasslands or the Sabaringo River. The main thatched guest areas include a welcoming bar/sitting area, indoor and outdoor dining areas and a well stocked gift shop featuring African art, artifacts and safari wear. The swimming pool is perfect for laid back game viewing.
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Early morning bush breakfasts, romantic sundowners featuring spectacular views across the Mara and dramatic candlelit dinners beside the Mara River add an unforgettable dimension to your safari experience. Also relax in the candle lit bar in the evening before enjoying delicious Pan-African cuisine served alfresco style outdoors or in the main dining area.
Activities include interpretive bush walks led by highly skilled guides and traditionally attired Masai naturlists. There's also the wilderness walks along the Mara River and up the Oloololo Escarpment, one of the steps of the Great Rift Valley will bring you face to face with wild Africa at it's best. Thedaily lectures by a Maasai naturalist and visits to a Maasai cultural village offer an incredible insight into the fascinating lives of the brilliantly-clad Maasai people.
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