Luxury tented camp in Masai Mara, Kenya – Elatia Camp at sunset

Why Stay at Elatia Camp in Masai Mara: A Luxury Safari Experience You’ll Never Forget

11/11/2025

Discover why Elatia Camp in Masai Mara, Kenya, is one of the best luxury tented safari camps for couples, families, and adventurers. Enjoy comfort, wildlife, and culture in one unforgettable experience.

Why Stay at Mara Elatia Camp

If you are planning a safari in Masai Mara, Kenya, Mara Elatia Camp should be at the top of your list. The name Elatia means “The Good Neighbour” in Maa, and the camp truly lives up to that name — blending luxury, community, and nature in one unforgettable setting.

Nestled in the peaceful northwestern plains of the Masai Mara, Elatia Camp sits gracefully on the Oloololo escarpment, overlooking the Mara River, where the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration happens every year between July and September. From your private deck, you can see breathtaking views of the Mara Triangle, one of the most beautiful and wildlife-rich areas in Kenya.

Luxury Accommodation in the Wild

Elatia Camp features twelve elevated deluxe tents, built on wooden decks and designed to provide both comfort and adventure. There are six twin tents and six double en-suite tents, each elegantly decorated and equipped with:

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Rain showers with hot water
  • Premium bath products
  • Coffee and tea stations
  • Mineral water
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Mosquito repellents
  • Charging sockets (UK plug with USB port)

The camp is fenceless, allowing guests to safely experience the wild from the comfort of their decks — you can literally watch elephants, zebras, and giraffes pass by your tent.

Getting to Mara Elatia Camp

Elatia Camp is about 280 kilometres from Nairobi, and you can reach it by air or road. for planning contact via whatsapp or call +254725996394

By Air:
Take a flight from Wilson Airport (Nairobi) via Safarilink or Air Kenya to Kichwa Tembo Airstrip, only 10 km from the camp. Complimentary transfers are provided.

By Road:
It’s a scenic six-hour drive from Nairobi through Narok town and Sekenani Gate, continuing through the peaceful plains to Oloolo Gate, just minutes from the camp.

When to Visit & What to Pack

Elatia Camp enjoys warm days (around 28°C) and cool nights (around 15°C).
Light cotton clothes, khaki pants, a warm jacket, safari hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, and binoculars are recommended.

For health, travellers are advised to have vaccines such as Yellow Fever, Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A & B, and Typhoid. Always consult your travel agent before departure.

The Elatia Experience

Mara Elatia Camp isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a complete Masai Mara experience. It combines luxury accommodation, authentic Maasai culture, and spectacular wildlife in one of Africa’s most iconic destinations.

By choosing Elatia Camp, you’re also supporting eco-friendly tourism that benefits both local communities and wildlife conservation.

Book your stay with Nadjam Travel today and experience the true heart of Africa — where every sunrise, every roar, and every sunset tells a new story.

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