A Hidden Gem in the Maasai Mara, Kenya
All rates are full board. No hidden extras. No à la carte surprises. Your stay is complete from the first morning tea to the last campfire ember.
The Mara is remarkable year-round. The season you choose determines the wildlife spectacle, the landscape, and the rate you pay. All three seasons offer an extraordinary experience — the question is which version of extraordinary suits you.
Lush green landscape after the rains
Calving season — wildebeest calves born in the Serengeti
Excellent predator activity year-round
Fewer visitors — more private game drives
Best value rates of the year
1.5 million wildebeest enter the Mara
Mara River crossings — nature's most dramatic spectacle
Peak predator density and drama
The Starbed books out first — reserve early
Dry grass gives exceptional visibility
High season rates apply
The camp at its most intimate and celebratory
Christmas and New Year on the river deck
Excellent resident wildlife activity
A uniquely memorable celebration setting
All rates are per person per night on a full board double sharing basis, unless otherwise stated. Single occupancy rates are available on request.
Driftwood four-poster, wooden soaking tub, private deck facing the Olare Orok. Double sharing.
The most expansive suite on the property — also called the Savannah suite. Extended private deck, separate sitting area. Double sharing.
Spacious river-facing suite for families and small groups. Maximum 5 guests. A $100 / KES 10,000 family supplement applies per stay.
Enkakenya's most requested space. Fully all-inclusive — all meals, all beverages, all game drives, one bush meal, butler service. Faces east. Maximum 2 guests.
These experiences can be arranged at the time of booking or on arrival at the camp.
Breakfast served in the open Mara — on a kopje, by a river crossing, or under a sycamore fig. One of the most memorable meals of your life, guaranteed.
Dinner under torchlight in the open bush — a private table, the sounds of Africa arriving as darkness falls. A completely private experience arranged just for you.
Applicable to the Family Tent when booked with children or as a family group. Covers additional bedding, children's amenities, and adjusted meal arrangements.
Enkakenya is located inside the Maasai Mara National Reserve. All guests are required to pay Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) park fees, charged per person per 24-hour period. These are not included in the suite rates.
We assist with settling park fees on your behalf and include them in your final bill — or you may pay directly at the gate. We confirm current fee rates at the time of booking, as these are set by KWS and subject to change.
| Guest Category | KWS Park Fee (per person per day) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Adult | $80 | USD · per 24 hours |
| Non-Resident Child (3–15 years) | $40 | USD · per 24 hours |
| East African Resident Adult | KES 1,500 | Proof of residency required |
| Kenyan Citizen Adult | KES 800 | National ID / passport required |
| Children under 3 | Free | All nationalities |
Children under 3 years enter free. Fees are charged per 24-hour period. We settle park fees on your behalf and add them to your final bill, or you may pay directly at the gate — we advise in advance.
We want your planning to be as straightforward as your stay. These are our standard terms for 2025/2026.
A 30% deposit of the total stay value is required to confirm your reservation. The remaining balance is due 60 days before your arrival date. For bookings made within 60 days of arrival, full payment is required at time of booking.
Cancellations made 60+ days before arrival: full refund of deposit less a $50 administration fee. 30–59 days before arrival: 50% of total stay value retained. Less than 30 days before arrival: no refund. We strongly recommend travel insurance.
We recommend a minimum two-night stay at Enkakenya to fully experience what the camp and the Mara have to offer. Single-night stays are available on request and subject to availability.
Date changes are accommodated subject to availability and must be requested in writing to stay@enkakenya.com. Changes made less than 14 days before arrival may be treated as cancellations at our discretion.
Children of all ages are welcome at Enkakenya. Children under 5 stay free (sharing parents' suite, no additional bed). Children 5–12 are charged at 50% of the adult rate. Children 13 and above are charged at the full adult rate.
Solo travellers are warmly welcomed. A single supplement applies to all suites when occupied by one guest. The Starbed single occupancy rate is negotiated directly — contact us for details.
Bank transfers and major credit cards accepted. A 3% surcharge applies to credit card payments. Cash (USD or KES) is accepted at the camp for incidentals.
We will confirm availability, provide a full cost breakdown for your party, and help arrange your light aircraft transfer from Nairobi. No booking engine. Just us.