Footbridge leading into camp across the river at Mara Plains Camp, Maasai Mara
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Maasai Mara, Kenya

Mara Plains Camp

At a glance

Children

6+

Maximum guests

16

Activities

Minimum age 6; shared activities unless private vehicle booked

Malaria

Malaria area

Family rooms

Jahazi Suite (2 bedrooms) for families

Private vehicle

Available

Why families love it

Mara Plains Camp for families

The dedicated two-bedroom Jahazi Suite makes this camp particularly suitable for multigenerational travel, offering families a generous private space. The suite comes complete with its own pool, and the availability of a private vehicle provides complete flexibility on game drives, catering to the pace of older children and teenagers.

Who it suits

Under 6

No — minimum age 8

Ages 6–11

From age 6

Teens

Well suited

Multigenerational

Family units

Family facts

Family accommodation
Jahazi Suite (2 bedrooms) for families
Private vehicle
Available
Pool
Jahazi Suite only
Wi-Fi
Yes
Access
Olare Orok airstrip

Family accommodation

Where your family will stay

Maximum guests
14

Jahazi Suite

2 bedrooms

Exclusive use · Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide

Canvas Suite

7 available

Experiences

What your family will do here

  • Photographic Safaris
  • Hot Air Ballooning
  • Horse Riding

Rates & pricing

What a stay costs

From USD 1,745 per person per night

Plus mandatory park/conservation fees

SeasonDatesRate
ShoulderGuest Suite1 Nov 2026 – 19 Dec 2026USD 1,745per person per night
FestiveGuest Suite20 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027USD 3,405per person per night
GreenGuest Suite11 Jan 2027 – 31 Mar 2027USD 2,565per person per night
ShoulderGuest Suite1 Apr 2027 – 14 Jun 2027USD 1,930per person per night
PeakGuest Suite15 Jun 2027 – 31 Oct 2027USD 3,800per person per night
ShoulderGuest Suite1 Nov 2027 – 19 Dec 2027USD 1,930per person per night

Family & child pricing

  • Ages 6–15 (one child sharing with two adults): 6–15: USD 873 shoulder / 1,702 peak & festive (50%); 16+ adult rate in own suite
  • Ages 6–15 (one child sharing with two adults): 6–15: USD 1,283 / 965 / 1,900 (Green / Shoulder / Peak & Festive) = 50%
  • Private vehicle USD 980/night

Mandatory fees

  • Great Plains Foundation Conservation & Community Contribution: USD 100 per person (any age) per night · Payable in addition

Typically included

  • Meals
  • Laundry
  • Park fees
  • Game drives
  • Local drinks
  • Accommodation
  • Premium drinks
  • Airstrip transfers

Typically excluded

  • Private vehicle

Published rates, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What age do children need to be to stay at Mara Plains Camp?

The minimum age is 8. Detail: 8+.

What family accommodation is there?

Jahazi Suite (2 bedrooms) for families.

Can we have a private vehicle?

Available.

Is Mara Plains Camp in a malaria area?

Mara Plains Camp is in a malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic before travelling.

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