Nimali Mara

• You're perfectly positioned in the northern Serengeti to witness the drama of the Great Migration and those heart-stopping Mara River crossings that define an African safari.
• With just 10 luxury tented suites, you'll enjoy an intimately scaled camp where personalized service feels genuinely attentive rather than scripted.
• Your suite's floor-to-ceiling glass front opens onto private decks with panoramic Serengeti views, while natural canvas and stone materials create a sophisticated yet authentic safari atmosphere.
• The infinity pool carved into a natural cave setting offers a truly unique way to cool off between game drives, complemented by spa services and romantic lantern-lit dinners under the stars.

Nimali Mara sits in that sweet spot of contemporary luxury without being overly flashy. It's more intimate than some of the bigger operations - just 10 tents total - so you get a more personal experience. The camp really shines during migration season since it's positioned perfectly for river crossing action.

The contemporary design with those glass-fronted tents gives it a more modern feel compared to traditional safari camps. It's definitely a step up from the basic mobile camps, but not quite as ultra-luxurious as places like Singita. 

• The camp closes completely during April and May, so you'll need to plan your visit around these green season months when wildlife viewing is less predictable.
• Children under 5 aren't generally welcome unless you book the entire camp exclusively, and older children only receive discounts when sharing with adults.
• Wi-Fi only reaches the main lounge and reception areas, so expect limited or no internet connectivity in your suite if staying connected is important to you.

Nimali Mara features 10 luxury tented suites, with eight stand-alone suites and two Honeymoon Suites that interconnect for families or groups.

Each suite combines contemporary canvas design with floor-to-ceiling glass fronts, offering panoramic Serengeti views from your private deck. All accommodations include spacious ensuite bathrooms with both indoor and outdoor showers, plus bathtubs.

Several suites feature private plunge pools and swing beds, while the camp's elevated position on a kopje ensures complete privacy and sweeping wilderness vistas.

This spacious canvas tent features floor-to-ceiling glass front walls that provide panoramic views of the Serengeti plains. The suite includes a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom fitted with both a bathtub and indoor/outdoor shower. You'll enjoy a private deck with comfortable seating areas, and select suites offer additional amenities such as private plunge pools and swing beds for ultimate relaxation.

The contemporary design beautifully incorporates natural materials including canvas roofing, wooden floors, and dry stone walls that reflect the surrounding kopje rock formations.

This exceptional accommodation is comprised of two inter-leading Luxury Tented Suites,each with its own en-suite bathroom fitted with bathtubs and showers. The convertible layout features two king-size beds and a shared lounge area, making it perfect for families or groups seeking spacious accommodation.

You'll have access to a deck equipped with an outdoor lounge and your own private plunge pool, all while enjoying panoramic views of the Serengeti plains through floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The suite maintains the same contemporary design philosophy with natural canvas, wood, and stone materials that blend seamlessly with the wilderness setting.

Prices at this luxury safari camp start from $550 per adult sharing, with children 5-12 years paying $275 (50% of adult rate).

Luxury Tented Suite

• Low Season (Feb-May): $550-700 per person sharing
• Shoulder Season (Jun 1-20 & Nov-Feb 15): $800-950 per person sharing  
• Peak Season (Jun 21-Oct): $1,250-1,400 per person sharing
• Single occupancy: 30% supplement applies to all rates
• Children under 5 stay free
• Children 13-17 years: 75% of adult rate

Family/Double Tent

• Peak Season (Jun 21-Oct): $3,000 per unit per night
• Shoulder Season (Jun 1-20 & Nov-Feb 15): $2,100 per unit per night

Additional costs apply: Park Entry Fees ($142-154 adults, $36 children) and Conservancy Fees ($59-71 adults, $12 children) per day. Camp closed during April and May.

Prices are variable and subject to change. Please contact us for the latest rates.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives to witness the Great Migration, guided bush walks through the wilderness, and optional hot-air ballooning over the endless plains for a truly spectacular perspective.

The camp provides sundowner cocktails at scenic locations, indulgent in-tent spa treatments, and memorable bush meals including lantern-lit dinners under the African stars.

Having a smaller guest capacity ensures an exclusive and highly personalized safari experience, with less restricted access to the legendary Great Migration river crossings.

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