Mahali Mzuri

Mahali Mzuri, meaning ‘beautiful place’ in Swahili, sits within the community owned Olare Motorogi Conservancy, bordering the Maasai Mara Game Reserve and right in the path of the annual great migration.

12 distinctly modern luxury tents can be found strung out along a gentle hillside between scattered trees and grassland. Each have ensuite bathrooms and a private deck where you can let the wildlife come to you. Two tents are configured to accommodate two additional guests who are 15 years and under.

A main tent is located in the middle with a relaxing lounge area with an open fireplace, a library of books, a decking area where breakfast and lunch are served and a communal table inside able to seat a total of 24 guests. Pan-African dishes influenced by a variety of cultures, flavours and spices, to be enjoyed here, or out on bush BBQs, champagne picnics and sundowners. There’s also an infinity pool, binoculars for spotting game and a telescope for stargazing.

Venture out into the conservancy on twice daily game drives to seek out its abundant wildlife. The best time to view the migration will depend on the climatic conditions that year, but in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy you can expect to see the herds arrive anytime from July to September, departing around November for the return journey to the Serengeti in Tanzania.

You’re also welcome to visit one of the Maasai villages in the local area to get a flavour for daily life in the Mara. The village is only 10 minutes’ drive from Mahali Mzuri and the best times to go are first thing in the morning when you can help milk the cattle or in the evening when the cattle, goats and sheep are being herded back to their enclosures for the night. Your guides will take you on a tour and introduce you to their families while explaining some of the cultures and traditions. Children aged 6 and above are welcome here, with tailored activities to immerse and educate younger guests on the environment, local animals and culture.