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Nyumbu Camp

30506 | 00100 Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
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London, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

We loved this camp. This is about as close as you can get to Kenya's Wildlife. My youngest and I shared one tent, my husband and our eldest another. I had the outermost tent, which had the best view. Food is very nice. The staff is 80 pc Maasai, which is very special as there is some evening entertainment and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

We head to the Nyumbu Tented Camp, located just outside the park’s Talek Gate, and arrive just in time to have a catered lunch. Our tented camp is a collection of 16 permanent residence tents on stonemason slabs. The camp is powered by large solar cells, and sits within the wildlife area. We no sooner finish lunch, and three Zebra... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2012

My daughter at 14 and I spent 3 nights at Nyumbu camp and it was by far the highlight of our two week trip through Kenya. Our friend James, the take care of everything Masai hospitality coordinator, was excellent and catered to our every wish. Very entertaining, great hospitality, and great food & drink. "Everything" was perfect and beyond our... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 9, 2011

Eco Camp! Solar powered, spacious tents, Masai warrior guards the tents during night! You'll need to wave solar powered torch light in case wish to move out of tent during night (even for going to dinner hall for dinner), quite an experience; during night one can hear animals moving around the tents (didn't have the courage to venture out at... More

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Also Known As:
Nyumbu Camp Kenya/Maasai Mara National Reserve
Address: 30506 | 00100 Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Region: Kenya > Rift Valley Province > Maasai Mara National Reserve
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Restaurant
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Ranked #77 of 97 Specialty lodging in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Location:Nyumbu Camp is located in the Ngila Plains at the edge of Maasai Mara Game Reserve overlooking magnificent view of hills and plains in a prime wildlife area (near Talek Gate). Game viewing starts right from the camp itself and the location is ideal to experience the wildebeest migration.Description & Accommodation: The camp is intimate, and completely unfenced, accommodating a maximum of only 32 guests under Canvas - medium sized, fully equipped insect-proof custom designed tents. Bathrooms are en-suite and are equipped with hot shower and flushing toilets. The camp is fully hosted by trained professionals from local community. ... more   less 

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