Luxury meets the wild at Kenya’s Mara Plains Camp
Hidden deep in Kenya’s wild heart, Mara Plains Camp isn’t your average safari lodge—it’s where untamed wilderness meets elevated luxury. Perched within a private corner of Kenya’s Masai Mara, this is where big cats roam free and guests rarely see another vehicle.
Part of Great Plains Conservation’s Réserve-Collection and Relais & Châteaux, Mara Plains was conceived by National Geographic filmmakers and conservationists Dereck and Beverly Joubert to deliver a safari that’s as sustainable as it is spectacular. Seven sumptuous suites—each set in a riverine forest and designed with soaring canvas ceilings, deep copper soaking tubs, and sweeping savanna views—meld old-school safari romance with modern, solar-powered comfort. And for those who want the ultimate in privacy, the Jahazi Suite includes its own safari vehicle, plunge pool, and butler-style service.
But Mara Plains doesn’t just put you in the center of the action—it amplifies it. From sunrise game drives with elite naturalists to moonlit wildlife encounters, every moment is curated for discovery. Days unfold with the rhythm of the bush: start with lions at dawn, spend an afternoon on foot tracking birds or enjoying a massage, and toast the sunset with a G&T in hand. With professional-grade cameras available for guest use, even the most casual traveler leaves with Nat Geo-worthy memories.
This is no rigid, whistle-stop safari. It’s part of Into the WildLIFE – Kenya, a bespoke, conservation-driven journey designed by Bushtracks Expeditions, a boutique safari outfitter with three decades of insider expertise. Think private air transfers to minimize travel time, handpicked luxury camps like ol Donyo Lodge and Ol Jogi, and a deep commitment to community-driven conservation at every stop.
And here’s the best part: every night you spend at Mara Plains directly supports local Maasai families and helps protect one of Africa’s most vital ecosystems. This is conservation travel at its best—luxury with a purpose, designed by legendary filmmakers and conservationists Dereck and Beverly Joubert.
Mara Plains is also a centerpiece of Into the WildLIFE – Kenya, a bespoke, conservation-focused journey curated by Bushtracks Expeditions. This seamless, privately chartered itinerary connects Kenya’s most iconic ecosystems with some of its most exclusive camps, where guests can track elephants on horseback or enjoy lunch with conservationists from the Big Life Foundation, a non-profit conservation organization. Each destination is chosen not only for its beauty and comfort, but for its commitment to meaningful, community-based conservation.
With private air transfers between regions, expert naturalists on hand, and every detail handled behind the scenes, Bushtrack’s Into the WildLIFE – Kenya is more than a safari—it’s a masterclass in traveling with purpose and style.
All photos courtesy of Mara Plains Camp.