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Bateleur Camp
Masai Mara
The
Camp is a nine spacious tents facility and is one of the finest camp in Kenya.
Set among forests on the edge of the
Mara just below the site where the famous final scene in *Out of Africa*
was filmed, the camp authentically recreates the experience of those
halcyon days, right down to the personal service of your private butler.
Bateleur
Camp Masai mara at Kichwa Tembo nestles in a lush riverine forest, overlooking the
vast plains of the Masai Mara. Situated within sight of the Mara River,
with the Oloololo Escarpment - one of the "steps" of The Great Rift
Valley - as a dramatic backdrop, the camp offers its guests one of
Kenya's best game-viewing experiences, and exceptional standards of
service from the warm, professional and attentive Kenyan staff. Tents
under wood-shingled roofs, and a treasure-trove of beautiful antiques,
books and memorabilia reflect the ambience of Kenyan safaris of the 20s
and 30s.
The
tented suites epitomise classic elegance with
highly polished floors, and crisp linen clad, wooden-framed beds cooled
by the rhythm of ceiling fans. Glass walled showers, twin hand basins
and a separate flush w.c are en suite with forest views
Bateleur Camp is located in the Masai Mara National Reserve. The
Reserve lies directly in the path of what is considered to be the
greatest spectacle in the animal kingdom: the annual migration of
thousands of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti National Park of
Tanzania.
Fly-In
Wildlife Game Drives Safari Ballooning Walking Honeymoon Photography
Birding Luxury Tented Camp Child Friendly.
The
unfenced Masai Mara covers 1500km together with the neighbouring
Serengeti combined, they form one ecosystem, is home to the greatest
concentration of large mammals on earth. The great migration of over two
million wildebeest and other grazing ungulates every year is the Mara's
foremost attraction and one of the greatest spectacles in the animal
kingdom. Each year, far south in the vast Serengeti, the wildebeest
raise their heads, sniff the air, and as if of one accord, start the
long trek to the Kenyan border. An endless thunder of wildebeest and
zebra enter the Mara around the end of July, drawn by the sweet grass.
Add to this the richness of fauna, profusion of winged beauty and
untouched landscape, and you have magical Masai Mara.
You will
find every possible comfort, including an unexpectedly expansive
en-suite bathroom. There is also a writing desk, subtle lighting and
ceiling fans in each tent. The ultimate indulgence - a personal butler
service - ensures you are pampered in style. The nine tented rooms
reflect classic luxury. The tents feature safari architecture of
sweeping canvas, traditional shingle and highly polished hardwood.
Underfoot lie fine needlepoint rugs.
The secluded, comfortable interiors
of the camp are enhanced by fine antiques, leather- buttoned
Chesterfield sofas, keepsakes of distant days such as polished compasses
and cabin trunks with their original passage labels, as well as a wide
selection of library books. The interiors transport you to the heyday of
colonial safaris, to an epoch of romance, canvas and candlelight.
The
main guest area, which is shaded by a dense forest canopy, has a
reception area and a comfortable lounge with a fireplace. While you are
relaxing inside the camp, you can take in endless, game-filled plains
with the dramatic Oloololo Escarpment as a backdrop.
The tree-shaded lap
pool, almost 13 metres long, is a refreshing feature. The camp has a
small curio shop, and you are welcome to visit the larger shop at Kichwa
Tembo Tented Camp. The dining area and veranda have views of the
endless game-filled plains of the Mara. Pan-African cuisine is served
with flair. After dinner, enjoy a glass of port in front of the fire.
All walks
and game drives are led by the Bateleur camp guides. They have all
achieved the highest scores in the Masai Mara, in the Kenya Professional
Safari Guides Association examination. There are morning and afternoon
game drives in open Land Rovers (night game drives are not allowed in
the park). Fascinating night explorations traverse the private
concession adjacent to the reserve in search of predators and other
nocturnal animals.
Regretfully children under 5 years cannot participate on game drives. Children
(sharing with adults) 0 - 5
years = free of charge, 6 - 11
years = charged half rate
Services and facilities include;
• Room
Service
• Pool
•
Restaurant
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