Angama Mara – Where Luxury Floats Above the Wild.

Overview

🦋 Angama Mara – Where Heaven Meets the Savannah

Perched high above the endless plains of the Maasai Mara, Angama Mara is not just a lodge — it’s a feeling, a breathtaking suspension between earth and sky. From its lofty perch on the Oloololo Escarpment, this glass-walled sanctuary offers one of the most dramatic views in Africa — an unbroken sea of gold stretching to eternity, where elephants roam, hot-air balloons drift, and the wind carries stories from the wild below.

Here, luxury whispers rather than shouts. Each elegant tented suite floats effortlessly above the Great Rift Valley, with floor-to-ceiling glass windows framing the Mara like a living painting. Mornings begin with soft light spilling across the plains; evenings fade into candlelit dinners beneath a canopy of stars. Every moment feels choreographed by nature herself — the rhythm of the savannah, the dance of clouds, the hush before dawn.

Angama Mara is a place of grace, romance, and reverence — built on the very site where Out of Africa captured the world’s imagination. Its design honors both the land and the Maasai heritage, blending refined comfort with a soulful sense of place. Guests are invited to slow down, to listen, to feel — to rediscover life’s simple beauty amid extraordinary surroundings.

Whether you’re floating above the plains in a hot-air balloon, savoring a private bush breakfast, or watching giraffes move like brushstrokes across the horizon, Angama Mara transforms every experience into art.

This is more than a safari — it’s an awakening.
A journey of the senses, the heart, and the spirit.
A place where heaven truly meets the savannah.

Facilities & Amenities – Angama Mara, Maasai Mara.

  • 🏡 Luxury tented suites with floor-to-ceiling glass walls offering 180° panoramic views of the Maasai Mara
  • 🌅 Private decks overlooking the Great Rift Valley – perfect for sunrise coffee or sunset cocktails
  • 🛁 Spacious en-suite bathrooms with twin vanities, rainfall showers, and organic bath amenities
  • 🧑‍🍳 Fine dining restaurant featuring farm-to-table cuisine and elegant bush dining experiences
  • 🥂 Sundowners, bush breakfasts & starlit dinners in breathtaking wilderness settings
  • 🍷 Curated wine cellar and bar offering premium wines, spirits, and cocktails
  • 🏊 Infinity pool with sweeping views of the Mara plains
  • 📸 Photography studio with professional guidance and on-site editing assistance
  • 🧘 Wellness experiences including in-suite spa treatments, yoga sessions, and meditation spaces
  • 🚙 Twice-daily game drives in the exclusive Mara Triangle led by expert safari guides
  • 🎈 Hot-air balloon safaris with champagne breakfast (optional)
  • 🦁 Guided walking safaris and Maasai cultural village visits
  • 🎬 Out of Africa movie site experience on the original filming location
  • 💍 Romantic bush dinners, honeymoon setups & intimate weddings by design
  • 🛍️ Curio boutique featuring locally made art, jewelry, and Maasai crafts
  • 💪 Fitness center with panoramic views of the escarpment
  • 💻 High-speed Wi-Fi available throughout the lodge
  • 🧺 Laundry, concierge, and butler services ensuring seamless comfort
  • ✈️ Private airstrip transfers and scenic charter flight arrangements
  • 🔒 24-hour security & medical assistance for peace of mind


At Angama Mara, every experience is handcrafted — where elegance floats above the wild, and every sunrise begins a new story on the savannah.

Highlights
  • Elevated views over the entire Mara plains
  • Iconic Out of Africa filming location picnic site
  • Personalized service and private game drives
  • Access to Mara Triangle (less crowded, big cats galore)
  • Glass-fronted tented suites with sweeping views Incredible cuisine, bush breakfasts, and sundowners

What’s Included

Accommodation
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Full Board
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All-Inclusive
Half board
Lunch
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
Meals: Many meals and daily breakfasts included
Optional upgrade to a glass-top/open-top convertible bus
return flight ticket
Return SGR tickets
Transport using land cruise
Travel Insurance

Itinerary

4 Days / 3 Nights Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in the Sky

Fly or drive into the Maasai Mara. Upon arrival, a warm smile and cool towel await you at Angama Mara.
Settle into your tented suite as the horizon stretches endlessly before you.
Later, enjoy a sundowner on the escarpment — champagne in hand, the savannah glowing gold beneath you.
Dine under starlight with soft music, laughter, and the whispers of the wind.


Day 2 – Into the Wild

Rise early for a sunrise hot-air balloon safari (optional but unforgettable).
Glide silently above the plains as the sun spills over the horizon — giraffes and elephants silhouetted against the morning light.
After landing, enjoy a champagne breakfast in the bush.
Spend the afternoon relaxing by the infinity pool or visiting a nearby Maasai village to experience timeless culture.
Evening brings a private bush dinner — elegance under the stars.


Day 3 – Great Migration & Mara Magic

Embark on a full-day game drive through the Mara Triangle, where the Big Five roam free.
Your expert guide will navigate to the Mara River, where hippos wallow and crocodiles wait.
Lunch is a gourmet picnic beneath a shady acacia, with views so vast they defy imagination.
Return to the lodge for a massage, a glass of wine, and a sky ablaze with stars.


Day 4 – Farewell to the Heights

Enjoy a final breakfast with panoramic views of the Mara awakening below you.
Take one last lingering look at the land that stole your heart before your flight or drive back to Nairobi.
You’ll leave not just with photos — but with a soul forever touched by Africa.


💰 Resident Pricing Table (Kenyan Citizens & Residents)

Prices are per person sharing and subject to seasonality.


Inclusions
  • Luxury accommodation at Angama Mara

  • Full-board meals (fine dining experience)

  • Return transport (Tour Van / Land Cruiser / Flight)

  • Shared game drives in the Mara Triangle

  • Park entrance fees for included nights

  • Sundowner drinks & guided walks

  • Airport transfers within Mara

  • Taxes & levies


 Exclusions
  • Premium drinks and personal expenses

  • Hot air balloon safari

  • Maasai village visit fees

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips & gratuities

  • Optional excursions not mentioned


🌍 Optional Activities (at Extra Cost)
  • Hot air balloon safari over the Mara

  • Maasai village cultural experience

  • Private bush breakfast/dinner

  • Walking safaris with expert guides

  • Photography masterclass with resident pros

👨‍👩‍👧 Child Policy

  • Children below 6 years: Not permitted (for safety)
  • Children 6–11 years: 50% of adult rate

  • Children 12 years and above: Adult rate applies


🧍‍♂️ Single Traveller Policy

  • Single supplement: 45% extra

  • Solo guests enjoy private guide and dining options


👥 Group Policy

  • Groups of 4–10 guests qualify for special rates

  • Exclusive use of vehicle for groups on request


🧳 Traveller’s Notes

  • Best time to visit: July–October (Migration Season)

  • Lightweight clothing in neutral tones recommended

  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and binoculars

  • Power outlets available in all tents

  • Wi-Fi available throughout the lodge

Tour map

Reviews

4.78/5
Wonderful
10 verified reviews
Location (4.8/5)
Amenities (4.7/5)
Services (4.8/5)
Price (4.8/5)
Rooms (4.8/5)

10 Comments

  1. 5

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    “Angama is pure magic. The views, the people, the silence… it’s heaven on earth.”

  2. 5

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    “I proposed at sunset here. Everything felt cinematic, surreal, and unforgettable.”

  3. 5

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    “From the moment we landed, we were in awe. The view from the suite is beyond words — it feels like you’re floating above Africa.”

  4. 5

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    “The team made our honeymoon unforgettable. Every little detail was thought of — from rose petals to a surprise bush dinner. Five stars aren’t enough!”

  5. 5

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    “Best safari experience we’ve ever had — private game drives, gourmet food, and zero crowds. We saw lions, elephants, and even a leopard on day one!”

  6. 4

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    “As a photographer, I’ve never had better light and scenery. The Out of Africa picnic site was surreal — a dream come true.”

  7. 4

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    “Our family loved every second. The kids were fascinated by the Maasai guides and the nightly storytelling by the fire.”

  8. 5

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    “Angama isn’t just luxury — it’s ethical luxury. From the solar power to the Maasai-led walks, I felt good about every moment I spent here.”

  9. 5

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    “It’s rare to find a place that’s both deeply luxurious and deeply grounded in purpose. Angama’s values mirror my own—protect the land, uplift the people.”

  10. 4.8

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    “The Virtuous Explorers itinerary took me beyond the game drives. The curated visit to a women’s cooperative and the zero-waste lodge operations gave me confidence I was supporting something real.”

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