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Karen Blixen Camp - Kenya Vacations Masai Mara

Karen Blixen Camp is situated in southern Kenya on the north-western border of the famed Masai Mara Game Reserve in the Koiyaki Lemek Conservation area. Set on the banks of the Mara River on a 66 acre piece of private land leased from the Maasai community. With the impressive escarpment in front of the camp, and the great Mara plains behind the camp where the Mara river provides the focal point the location is spectacular. The river, runs the length of the property and provides a constant source of water for the thirsty plains game that come to drink throughout the course of the day including zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe and many more, while the resident hippo pod in front of the Karen Blixen Camp restaurant provide hours of entertainment as they spend their day frolicking in the river.

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Karen Blixen Camp offers an authentic 'yesteryear' experience for visitors wishing to gain that little extra from their safari, where one can obtain a sense of the exiting explorer days when such areas were seldom visited and sometimes after months of traveling elaborate and comfortable camps were set up providing a luxurious and stylish retreat to come back to at the end of each days adventure. Most of the camp furniture has been specifically designed and made for Karen Blixen Camp to fit in with this exciting era where one can sit back and relax with a gin and tonic overlooking the river.

Karen Blixen Camp comprises 22 spacious en-suite tents set on large mahogany platforms - each with a spacious veranda complete with a cozy cushion filled day bed from which one can enjoy the perfect afternoon siesta or simply relax taking in the wonderful surroundings watching the throng of thirsty animals coming to the waters edge to drink as well as the spectacular scenery.

Karen Blixen Camp tents can be configured for either double or twin occupancy, where under prior arrangement 3rd and even 4th beds can be added for children/adults. Each of the tents is en-suite and has a w.c., twin wash hand basins and an outside starlit shower with hot and cold running water. The tents have all been appointed with solid, comfortable furniture so that you have the ultimate in camping-luxury to come back to after exciting game drives or walks
in the conservancy. 19 tents including Karen Blixen Camp's family unit which comprises two tents with a shared balcony/veranda are placed along the river
bank, whilst 3 tents are on raised platforms offering incredible views of the surrounding area.

With the utmost respect for this fragile environment, Karen Blixen Camp has been constructed in the most environmentally conscious manner. The camp is fully powered through an elaborate solar system, water is heated using gas burners (in order to avoid burning fire wood or charcoal) and we have the latest zero waste water technology. All measures are taken to protect and conserve the invaluable wildlife of the Masai Mara and the Mara River, where Karen Blixen Camp also supports various local community projects and sponsors the local dispensary, as well as channeling part of the camps revenue to a maasai village. This support enables these rural populations to benefit from their natural resources in a sustainable and non-destructive way providing them with additional means to care for their families and improve their standard of living. As far as possible, Karen Blixen Camp hires staff from the immediate community and provide them with training and employment.

Karen Blixen Camp has a resident masseuse in camp at all times for those that wish to indulge in either a massage, facial, pedicure or manicure, where all
treatments are carried out in the privacy of your own tent.

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The open plan 'mess' area is beautifully located on the banks of the Mara river overlooking a resident hippo pod who definitely take center stage, providing Karen Blixen Camp guests with endless entertainment. Built on a raised mahogany deck the mess area has a reception area (decorated with
accurate copies of Karen Blixen's own furniture) as well as a lounge area with a home style bar, where the comfortable sofas provide a welcome retreat for the weary to relax and enjoy the sounds of the wilderness, whilst the camp fire in front of the mess provides an inviting spot for pre-dinner drinks in the evening where one can enjoy the incredible African starscape.

Karen Blixen Camp dinning area also offers breathtaking views over the river, where the dramatic escarpment provides the perfect back drop. Meals are made from the finest fresh ingredients prepared by the camp's experienced chefs, where the camp offers pan-african, Italian and Asian fusion gourmet cuisine served along side a comprehensive selection of wines. Dinner is served either in the main mess area or under the stars, whilst breakfast and lunch may either be served in the camp or as a picnic during a morning of game watching. For those that want a little exercise, or to simply relax there is a swimming pool with sun-beds and umbrellas which is located in a quiet corner behind the mess.

Kenya - African Safari Experience an Adventure Activities At Karen Blixen Camp Located In Masai Mara

- Masai Mara Hot air balloon safari over the plains.
- Guided bush/Nature walk.
- Bush breakfast.
- Masai Mara Sundowner.
- Maasai community cultural visits.
- Visit to local school.