Angama Mara Safari Lodge
Perched high above the vast plains of the Maasai Mara, Angama Mara is one of Kenya’s most celebrated luxury safari lodges. Located along the dramatic Oloololo Escarpment, the lodge offers sweeping views across the Maasai Mara National Reserve — landscapes that appear to stretch endlessly toward the Tanzanian border.
Inspired by the Swahili word Angama, meaning “suspended in mid-air,” the lodge seems to float above the savannah below. Few places in Africa offer such a remarkable perspective over one of the continent’s most iconic wildlife ecosystems.
Location & Landscape
Angama Mara sits on the western edge of the Maasai Mara ecosystem along the Oloololo Escarpment, part of the Great Rift Valley. From this elevated vantage point the lodge overlooks the very plains where the Great Migration unfolds each year as millions of wildebeest and zebra move across the Mara-Serengeti ecosystem.
Although the lodge is positioned above the reserve, guests descend daily onto the Mara plains for game drives through some of Africa’s richest wildlife habitats.
The area is known for exceptional sightings of lion, cheetah, elephant, giraffe, and large herds of plains game.
Accommodation & Design
Angama Mara is divided into two intimate camps — North Camp and South Camp — each with fifteen tented suites positioned along the escarpment edge.
The suites are designed with floor-to-ceiling glass fronts that open entirely to the view, allowing the Mara landscape to become part of the room itself.
Each suite includes:
- expansive viewing decks
- elegant canvas and glass architecture
- spacious living areas
- ensuite bathrooms with panoramic views
The design blends contemporary elegance with classic safari style, emphasizing light, space, and uninterrupted views of the Mara below.
Safari Experience
Game drives from Angama Mara explore the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of the most celebrated wildlife destinations in Africa.
Guests enjoy:
- expertly guided game drives across the Mara plains
- exceptional predator sightings
- access to the Mara River crossing areas during migration season
- photographic safaris and cultural visits to nearby Maasai communities
The lodge is also famous for its sunset viewpoint on the escarpment, where guests can watch the sun sink over the endless savannah.
Best Time to Visit
The Maasai Mara offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year, though the most famous season is during the Great Migration.
July – October
Migration season, when wildebeest cross the Mara River.
December – March
Warm, dry conditions with excellent predator sightings.
April – June
Green season with fewer visitors and dramatic landscapes.
Why We Recommend Angama Mara
Angama Mara stands apart for several reasons:
- one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Africa
- beautifully designed contemporary safari suites
- exceptional guiding and service
- access to the wildlife-rich Maasai Mara National Reserve
The lodge combines refined luxury with one of the most dramatic settings anywhere in the safari world.
Plan Your Safari in Kenya
Angama Mara is one of the most spectacular safari lodges in the Maasai Mara ecosystem, and pairs beautifully with other regions across Kenya.
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At Oloi Shorua we design bespoke safari journeys that combine the finest lodges across Africa’s most remarkable wildlife landscapes.