About Kinara, A Luxury Safari Camp, Maasai Mara
Follow the Light
On the banks of the Mara River, in the heart of the Maasai Mara
Kinara, meaning “Bearer of Light”, is a luxury safari camp set on a secluded bend of the Mara River, a short drive from Ol Kiombo airstrip. It is a place to slow down and move with the rhythm of the Mara. The camp draws its design from the heritage of the Maasai people, echoing the bold geometry of the traditional warrior shield. From the form of the tents to the quiet detail of hand-crafted furniture, this heritage is woven throughout, so that every space feels connected to the land and to those who have long called it home.
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Accommodation Options
Luxury Tented Suites
Each suite on the banks of the Mara River offers a quiet connection to the timeless movement of water. Suites start at 150 square metres, an expansive refuge for deep rest and unhurried ease. Step into your private temperature controlled plunge pool, a moment of quiet indulgence beneath open skies.
2 Bedroom Tented Suite
Designed for families or small groups, the 2 Bedroom Tented Suite offers two linked suites with a shared lounge and dining area.
Signature Villa
The 3 Bedroom Signature Villa is Kinara's most secluded accommodation, offering complete privacy within the surrounding landscape. Designed as a private residence, it features expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces with uninterrupted views across the savannah. (Bookings Opening Soon)
Dining & Cuisine
Asili
Meaning "origin" in Swahili, Asili is Kinara's signature restaurant — a return to what the land naturally provides. Chefs work closely with farmers and suppliers to create dishes that are simple yet soulful, always grounded in freshness and local connection. Seasonal, locally inspired cuisine celebrates indigenous heritage ingredients and time-honoured Maasai culinary wisdom. Dining unfolds across an expansive sunset deck and within a natural rock formation that embraces the landscape, where the colours of dusk and the warmth of stone set the scene for a meal that feels rooted in the Mara itself.
Under the Acacia
The acacia tree is a defining symbol of the Mara — a gathering place for shade, stories and stillness. Under the Acacia sits at the heart of the camp as a vibrant, easy social hub. By day, guests sip freshly pressed juices, herbal infusions and wellness smoothies inspired by local ingredients. As the sun sets, the space transforms: crafted cocktails, wines and flickering firelight set the scene for conversation that drifts long into the evening.
The Bar
A place to linger as the day unfolds, with thoughtfully crafted cocktails, curated wines, and the spirit of the Mara all around. The bartender's warm smile greets every arrival, while conversation turns to the day's sightings — a leopard glimpsed at dawn, a herd crossing in the afternoon light. Here, stories from the bush are shared as freely as the drinks.
Standard Room Amenities
At a Glance
- Rooms: 21
- Check In: 12:00
- Check Out: 10:00
- Languages: Afrikaans, English, Hindi, Swahili
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- FINAL_What-to-Pack.pdf
- FINAL_Kinara-Camp-Map.pdf
- FINAL_Kosher-Groups.pdf
- FINAL_Kinara-Child-Policy.pdf
- FINAL_People-of-Determination.pdf
- FINAL_Kinara-Vehicle.pdf
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