Mara Siria Camp was a really unique place to stay during our safari experience. We had a luxury tent with a big bed, outdoor seating, and a large private bathroom. Everything we needed was supplied, from hot water for showers upon request to replenished bottled water for drinking and teeth brushing. The food was fantastic. I am vegetarian and the food prepared for me was delicious. The views of the mara are breathtaking. The camp sits high above the savannah and there are several places where you can sit and admire the views below, including a couple of beautiful decks and the plunge pool. The staff were really lovely and accommodating. I highly recommend Mara Siria if you are visiting the Mara on safari. It really added something extra to an already incredible experience in the Mara. Note: I'm asked below whether we had mosquito netting...We didn't have mosquito netting around the bed...but then the whole tent had netting and we kept the flaps closed when we were in and out so we never saw a mosquito anywhere.

I have never before experienced anything like this. My friend and I booked "the flying package" with phoenix travels which sent us to this camp for 2 nights. Everything went smoothly; no questions were left unanswered, no wishes were left unfulfilled. On arrival we were greeted by a group of staff, everyone was introduced and everyone remembered our names for all of our stay, which made us feel most welcome. Meals were three times a day with salad, maincourse (choice of meat or veg) and dessert. It was plenty and delicious. We went for game drives every day with an incredible driver, who shared his vast knowledge about the country, the flora and fauna with us and who made sure we were comfortable the whole time and got to see all the animals we came to see (and more). There was no timetable, we could choose freely the time of departure and when it was before breakfast or in the middle of the day a meal was prepared to enjoy on the way. Sleeping in the tent at Mara Siria Camp was very much like staying at a hotel with a comfortable bed, electricity and even wifi available, the difference being the zebra, giraffes and maybe other animals walking past our door. Temperatures dropped to a around 15Degrees celsius after sunset, but there were hot water bottles in our beds when we returned from the dining area. We did not go on a walking tour, which is also offered, but were still accompanied on our ways through the camp, told everything we wanted to know about the Masai, the plants and the animals we encountered. All in all my stay at the camp was a brilliant experience, most of all because of the lovely staff that it was very hard to say goodbye to. If ever I get the chance to go on safari again I will not hesitate to come back to Mara Siria.

Mara Siria camp is a small camp located outside the main park entrance on a hill overlooking the Mara. The views from the hotel are amazing. The tents are comfortable but overall basic, as is the general setup. If you are looking for the high end luxury hotels Kenya is known for, this is not it but it's cozy and a fun place to visit with family. A few things to consider when planning your Mara trip. This camp is outside the Mara so you spend a bit of time each morning to drive down and need to leave the park before sunset. However you also save some money as you only pay the park fee when you feel like the game drive and not on a day relaxing. The location overlooking the Mara is breath taking but with small children you will need to keep a close eye on them. The price for value at this camp is absolutely excellent and a reason so many people make this their regular Mara spot. The food is good, nothing special but varied and the kids liked it. We will come again.