&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
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&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Kenya

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Wake up to the call of wildebeest, sip coffee overlooking the plains, and fall asleep under endless stars
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Stays

Forty tents including Superior View, Superior, and Classic, each with en-suite bathroom and private veranda, many with Mara or forest views, and family tents available.

Adventures

Twice daily game drives. Guided bush walks. Maasai cultural visits. Hot air ballooning. Birding. Bush breakfasts and sundowners. Pool and wellness activities.

Features

Iconic Mara location for Great Migration. Beautiful pool with endless savanna views. Family friendly with kids activities. Locally inspired cuisine. Dedicated guides and private vehicles available. Eco conscious with solar power.

Only Here

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp is for the classic safari lover who wants front row seats to the Mara and the migration, paired with warm hospitality, legendary views, and immersive experiences. Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, and photographers seeking adventure with comfort.

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The Heart of the Mara

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp offers the Masai Mara’s iconic wildlife, dramatic migration, and local culture in a stylish, family friendly setting. Best for families, couples, and photographers who want action and authenticity.

Why Stay Here

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at Kichwa Tembo brings new wildlife sightings, dramatic sunrises, and the spirit of the Mara
Game Drives
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Explore the Mara’s wildest corners

Twice daily game drives reveal lions, cheetah, elephants, and the Great Migration right outside camp.

Guided Bush Walks
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Walk the wild with an expert

Take a guided walk to learn tracks, plants, birds, and the hidden wonders of the Masai Mara.

Maasai Cultural Visit
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Meet the Mara’s people

Visit a local Maasai village, learn about their culture, traditions, and daily life, and support the community.

Hot Air Balloon Safari
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Sunrise over the Mara

Float above the plains at dawn and watch the sunrise light up the Great Migration and river crossings.

Birding Adventure
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Mara’s feathered wonders

Spot everything from raptors and bee eaters to crowned cranes on game drives and from your tent.

Bush Breakfasts and Sundowners
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Dine wild, toast the Mara

Enjoy gourmet meals in the bush, sunset drinks, and campfire stories under the stars.

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Sustainability In Action

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Wildlife, People, and Purpose

Kichwa Tembo supports Maasai community schools, employs locally, runs anti-poaching, and operates sustainably with solar power and low-impact design.

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Let us plan your Masai Mara adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Kichwa Tembo itinerary, with wildlife, culture, and Mara magic.

Request a personal experience or see our list of sample itineraries.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at Kichwa Tembo brings new wildlife sightings, dramatic sunrises, and the spirit of the Mara
Game Drives
Details +
Less -
Explore the Mara’s wildest corners

Twice daily game drives reveal lions, cheetah, elephants, and the Great Migration right outside camp.

Guided Bush Walks
Details +
Less -
Walk the wild with an expert

Take a guided walk to learn tracks, plants, birds, and the hidden wonders of the Masai Mara.

Maasai Cultural Visit
Details +
Less -
Meet the Mara’s people

Visit a local Maasai village, learn about their culture, traditions, and daily life, and support the community.

Hot Air Balloon Safari
Details +
Less -
Sunrise over the Mara

Float above the plains at dawn and watch the sunrise light up the Great Migration and river crossings.

Birding Adventure
Details +
Less -
Mara’s feathered wonders

Spot everything from raptors and bee eaters to crowned cranes on game drives and from your tent.

Bush Breakfasts and Sundowners
Details +
Less -
Dine wild, toast the Mara

Enjoy gourmet meals in the bush, sunset drinks, and campfire stories under the stars.

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">community, wilderness and deep-rooted tradition <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">shaping safari at the foot of the oloololo escarpment</span> together</h2>

Wildlife, People, and Purpose

Kichwa Tembo supports Maasai community schools, employs locally, runs anti-poaching, and operates sustainably with solar power and low-impact design.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us plan your Masai Mara adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Kichwa Tembo itinerary, with wildlife, culture, and Mara magic.

4 Family Tents
4 Family Tent
4 guests | King Bed plus Twin Beds
From $2750 pp/night

Two-bedroom tent for families, with shared veranda and en-suite bathroom, close to the pool and main areas, perfect for multigenerational adventure.

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8 Classic Tents
8 Classic Tent
2 guests | King Bed or Twin Beds
From $750 pp/night

Traditional canvas tent with en-suite bathroom, private veranda, and access to all camp facilities, ideal for value safari seekers.

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20 Superior Tents
20 Superior Tent
2 guests | King Bed or Twin Beds
From $785 pp/night

Modern tent with en-suite bathroom, veranda, and views over the forest or camp gardens, perfect for classic safari comfort.

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12 Superior View Tents
12 Superior View Tent
2 guests | King Bed or Twin Beds
From $840 pp/night

Spacious tent with private veranda, spectacular Mara plains views, en-suite bathroom, and contemporary safari style.

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at Kichwa Tembo brings new wildlife sightings, dramatic sunrises, and the spirit of the Mara
Game Drives
Details +
Explore the Mara’s wildest corners

Twice daily game drives reveal lions, cheetah, elephants, and the Great Migration right outside camp.

Guided Bush Walks
Details +
Walk the wild with an expert

Take a guided walk to learn tracks, plants, birds, and the hidden wonders of the Masai Mara.

Maasai Cultural Visit
Details +
Meet the Mara’s people

Visit a local Maasai village, learn about their culture, traditions, and daily life, and support the community.

Hot Air Balloon Safari
Details +
Sunrise over the Mara

Float above the plains at dawn and watch the sunrise light up the Great Migration and river crossings.

Birding Adventure
Details +
Mara’s feathered wonders

Spot everything from raptors and bee eaters to crowned cranes on game drives and from your tent.

Bush Breakfasts and Sundowners
Details +
Dine wild, toast the Mara

Enjoy gourmet meals in the bush, sunset drinks, and campfire stories under the stars.

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">community, wilderness and deep-rooted tradition <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">shaping safari at the foot of the oloololo escarpment</span> together</h2>

Wildlife, People, and Purpose

Kichwa Tembo supports Maasai community schools, employs locally, runs anti-poaching, and operates sustainably with solar power and low-impact design.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us plan your Masai Mara adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Kichwa Tembo itinerary, with wildlife, culture, and Mara magic.

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">community, wilderness and deep-rooted tradition <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">shaping safari at the foot of the oloololo escarpment</span> together</h2>

Wildlife, People, and Purpose

Kichwa Tembo supports Maasai community schools, employs locally, runs anti-poaching, and operates sustainably with solar power and low-impact design.

View Fact Sheet
Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Kichwa Tembo itinerary, with wildlife, culture, and Mara magic.
Book Now
Let us plan your Masai Mara adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Kichwa Tembo itinerary, with wildlife, culture, and Mara magic.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at Kichwa Tembo brings new wildlife sightings, dramatic sunrises, and the spirit of the Mara
Twice daily game drives reveal lions, cheetah, elephants, and the Great Migration right outside camp.
Game Drives
Details +
Less -
Explore the Mara’s wildest corners

Twice daily game drives reveal lions, cheetah, elephants, and the Great Migration right outside camp.

Twice daily game drives reveal lions, cheetah, elephants, and the Great Migration right outside camp.
Take a guided walk to learn tracks, plants, birds, and the hidden wonders of the Masai Mara.
Guided Bush Walks
Details +
Less -
Walk the wild with an expert

Take a guided walk to learn tracks, plants, birds, and the hidden wonders of the Masai Mara.

Take a guided walk to learn tracks, plants, birds, and the hidden wonders of the Masai Mara.
Visit a local Maasai village, learn about their culture, traditions, and daily life, and support the community.
Maasai Cultural Visit
Details +
Less -
Meet the Mara’s people

Visit a local Maasai village, learn about their culture, traditions, and daily life, and support the community.

Visit a local Maasai village, learn about their culture, traditions, and daily life, and support the community.
Float above the plains at dawn and watch the sunrise light up the Great Migration and river crossings.
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Details +
Less -
Sunrise over the Mara

Float above the plains at dawn and watch the sunrise light up the Great Migration and river crossings.

Float above the plains at dawn and watch the sunrise light up the Great Migration and river crossings.
Spot everything from raptors and bee eaters to crowned cranes on game drives and from your tent.
Birding Adventure
Details +
Less -
Mara’s feathered wonders

Spot everything from raptors and bee eaters to crowned cranes on game drives and from your tent.

Spot everything from raptors and bee eaters to crowned cranes on game drives and from your tent.
Enjoy gourmet meals in the bush, sunset drinks, and campfire stories under the stars.
Bush Breakfasts and Sundowners
Details +
Less -
Dine wild, toast the Mara

Enjoy gourmet meals in the bush, sunset drinks, and campfire stories under the stars.

Enjoy gourmet meals in the bush, sunset drinks, and campfire stories under the stars.
Why you'll stay forever
Signature Kichwa Tembo Experiences
Iconic Mara Location

Front row views of the Great Migration and Mara plains, right from your tent and camp’s main areas.

Front row views of the Great Migration and Mara plains, right from your tent and camp’s main areas.
Family Friendly Safari

Family tents, kids activities, and expert guides for an unforgettable multigenerational safari.

Family tents, kids activities, and expert guides for an unforgettable multigenerational safari.
Eco Conscious Operations

Solar power, local sourcing, and a commitment to conservation protect the Mara for future generations.

Solar power, local sourcing, and a commitment to conservation protect the Mara for future generations.
Pool With a View

Swim or lounge at the pool, with panoramic views of the Mara’s endless savanna.

Swim or lounge at the pool, with panoramic views of the Mara’s endless savanna.
Maasai Culture and Community

Visit a local Maasai village, join cultural walks, and learn about the people who call the Mara home.

Visit a local Maasai village, join cultural walks, and learn about the people who call the Mara home.
Private Guiding and Vehicles

Private vehicles and dedicated guides available for families and groups, offering flexibility and personal safari experiences.

Private vehicles and dedicated guides available for families and groups, offering flexibility and personal safari experiences.
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YOUR HOST
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Connections Matter!

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team during a live consultation, and together we’ll plan your perfect journey.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

From the Wild at Heart

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Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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Best safari experience we have ever had. The tents are beautiful, the views are amazing, and the wildlife is nonstop.

Sarah T,
August 2023,
TripAdvisor

Our family loved every minute at Kichwa Tembo. The guides, food, and Maasai culture made it unforgettable.

Amit S,
July 2023,
Expedia

Incredible value, wonderful staff, and perfect for solo travelers and couples. I will return!

Nina M,
September 2022,
Trustpilot
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Location
Kenya / Africa
-1.3171, 35.0592
Masai Mara National Reserve, Oloololo Escarpment, Narok County, Kenya
NEAREST AIRPORT
Kichwa Tembo Airstrip
Fly to Nairobi, connect by light aircraft to Kichwa Tembo Airstrip, 15 minute road transfer to camp.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
July to October, December to March
July to October is Great Migration season with river crossings and peak wildlife. December to March is lush and green, with excellent resident game and birding, plus fewer crowds.

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Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Kichwa Tembo itinerary, with wildlife, culture, and Mara magic.
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Let us plan your Masai Mara adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom Kichwa Tembo itinerary, with wildlife, culture, and Mara magic.

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Connections That Truly Matter

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team in a live consultation to plan your perfect journey together.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
From the Wild at Heart

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Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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Best safari experience we have ever had. The tents are beautiful, the views are amazing, and the wildlife is nonstop.

Sarah T,
August 2023,
TripAdvisor

Our family loved every minute at Kichwa Tembo. The guides, food, and Maasai culture made it unforgettable.

Amit S,
July 2023,
Expedia

Incredible value, wonderful staff, and perfect for solo travelers and couples. I will return!

Nina M,
September 2022,
Trustpilot