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Angama Mara Lodge

Safari Stay

Angama Mara Lodge

Perched high on the Oloololo Escarpment overlooking the endless plains of the Maasai Mara, Angama Mara is a world-renowned luxury safari lodge offering unmatched views, exclusivity, and elegance. Its name, derived from the Swahili word Angama meaning “suspended in mid-air,” reflects its breathtaking position above the Mara Triangle. With floor-to-ceiling glass-fronted suites, guests enjoy panoramic vistas of one of the richest wildlife reserves on Earth.

Angama Mara is more than a safari lodge—it is a destination of its own. From its dramatic location featured in the film Out of Africa to its unique blend of contemporary design and warm Kenyan hospitality, every moment at Angama Mara feels magical.

Angama Mara Location & its Accessibility

The lodge is located on the western border of Maasai Mara National Reserve, within the Mara Triangle Conservancy. By air, daily flights from Wilson Airport, Nairobi land at Angama Airfield in just 45 minutes. By road, it is about 270 km from Nairobi, taking roughly 5–6 hours through Narok and into the escarpment.

Accommodation at Angama Mara

The lodge features two intimate camps of 15 luxurious tented suites each, carefully designed for space, privacy, and unbeatable views.

  • Glass-fronted suites with 180-degree views of the savannah

  • Spacious verandahs for private dining or relaxation

  • En suite bathrooms with twin vanities and showers

  • King-sized beds with fine linens

  • Elegant safari-inspired décor

  • Personal butler service

Amenities & Services at Angama Mara

Guests at Angama Mara enjoy world-class facilities, including:

  • A shimmering infinity pool overlooking the Mara plains

  • A stylish library and craft studio

  • Fitness room and wellness therapies

  • Private airfield for direct flights

  • Curated gift shop featuring Kenyan artisans

  • Fine dining with fresh, locally sourced ingredients

  • Personalized bush picnics and sundowners

Things to do while staying at Angama Mara

  • Game Drives: Explore the wildlife-rich Mara Triangle with expert guides

  • Great Wildebeest Migration: Witness river crossings from July–October

  • Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Drift above the savannah at sunrise

  • Out of Africa Experience: Recreate the famous picnic scene on the escarpment

  • Walking Safaris: Explore the bush on foot with Maasai naturalists

  • Cultural Visits: Engage with Maasai communities nearby

  • Photographic Safaris: Tailor-made for both amateur and professional photographers

Angama Mara is not just a place to stay—it is a luxury safari destination suspended between heaven and earth, offering guests an unparalleled combination of breathtaking views, rich culture, thrilling wildlife, and five-star hospitality in the Maasai Mara.

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