Spotlight on Speke’s Camp, Maasai Mara
The family-operated Speke's Camp came into existence in 2010. Rather than modern luxury, Speke's prides itself on being a classic safari camp without fences, emphasising genuine experiences. The camp offers a distinctive, individualised visit. All structures are constructed from canvas and decorated with driftwood, animal bones, traditional African textiles, and local ornaments.
The shared spaces are stocked with an extensive collection of books that cover the indigenous wildlife, the history of Kenya, and the various cultures within the region. The eclectic mix of cosy sofas, wooden pieces, and Persian rugs creates a homely, rustic ambiance.
For connectivity needs, there's a dedicated tent embellished with Zanzibari-style bedding, armchairs, and sofas where guests can access Wi-Fi.
Staying at Speke's gives you the impression of being at one of the Maasai Mara's remaining authentic Safari camps.
The Main Area of Speke’s Camp
Highlights
Located on the edge of the renowned Maasai Mara Reserve, Speke’s Camp nestles among native trees beside the Olare Orok River.
Speke’s Camp features a classic safari style committed to excellent service and fine dining.
Just a 10-minute game drive from the main reserve, the camp is thoughtfully designed to prioritise privacy and harmony with nature.
Committed to sustainability, the camp operates on extensive solar systems and maintains an eco-conscious setup to minimize waste.
It offers exceptional game viewing opportunities and complements the experience with delightful sundowners, picturesque picnics, and bush breakfasts during game drives in the extraordinary wildlife area.
The Bedroom Tents
The camp offers a cosy and friendly atmosphere. Each tent is generously sized and includes ample amenities such as a wardrobe, a place for luggage, a desk, and an attractive sitting area.
Speke's features eight inviting and classic glamping tents configured for double, twin, or family occupancy.
The tents boast expansive en-suite bathrooms with traditional safari-style bucket showers, hot water, and flushing toilets. A dedicated room steward is assigned to each tent to ensure guests are well-cared for throughout their stay.
The rooms and bathrooms at Speke’s Camp, Maasai Mara
Bar & Dining
The bar exudes a unique charm with its raw and eclectic design, serving as the perfect backdrop to savor a selection of delightful cocktails. Positioned with a view of a natural spring, it’s a prime spot to witness the array of wildlife attracted to the camp.
The seasonal wine list is a curated journey through vineyards worldwide, complementing the experience of drinking in the glow of an African sunset.
Dine elegantly each evening with a three-course meal served beneath the open sky. Lunches are kept fresh and light, featuring a variety of vegetarian options, with most ingredients harvested right from the grounds. Breakfast is a lavish spread, offering a full English breakfast alongside the freshest fruits of the season.
Bar Area at Speke’s Camp
Activities
Game Drives:
At Speke's, every guest is afforded the luxury of an exclusive vehicle, ensuring a bespoke safari experience tailored to their schedule. There's no need for concern if this is your maiden safari journey; the experienced guides and spotters are at hand to devise a tailored program that will enable you to take full advantage of the Maasai Mara's outstanding game-viewing opportunities.
Bush Meals:
Dining amidst the savannah or alongside the Mara River is an unparalleled experience.
Guests are encouraged to indulge in as many bush meals as they wish. Both breakfast and lunch can be conveniently packed in your vehicles, allowing you to savor these meals while surrounded by the park's natural beauty.
Equipped with refrigerators, the vehicles provide the luxury of chilled beverages, and most crucially, they hold all the essentials for you to relish sundowners in the majestic company of lions or elephants as the sun dips below the horizon.
Safari’s & Trails
Safari excursions are crafted to offer our guests a dual-experience adventure within a single trip. You’ll start with the thrill of game viewing from the comfort of a vehicle before transitioning to what is fondly referred to as 'slow travel' on foot.
It's an opportunity to explore the less-traveled paths, uncovering secret nooks of the landscape and thrilling spots away from the typical tourist trails – no lines, no admission fees, just you immersed in the African wilderness. The local guides are passionate about sharing their heritage and knowledge, teaching you to interpret the land, and recounting ancestral tales.
Walking through the Kenyan bush is an experience that is almost beyond words. Considering Kenya is the cradle of ancient human history, with remains dating back 7 million years, it's nearly impossible not to feel a deep connection with the land and its past.