The East African state of Kenya has always been a top destination for tourists in search of the best African safari experiences. The country is blessed with wonderful national and game reserves and it is the only country with a national park right at the heart of the city center. Apart from being home to the wild animals and allowing for exciting safari experiences, Kenya also has several glamping spots, with some located right inside the national parks and game reserves. If you are an outdoor enthusiast interested in experiencing the African wilderness at its best, then all you need is a glamping experience in Kenya. Scroll down for a brief look at some of the best glamping spots in Kenya.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, prices, availability of dates, decor, and a location that facilitates glamping or is close to glamping spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Ikweta Safari Camp (from USD 120)
This is a small safari camp located within the Meru National Park. The camp offers accommodation in safari-style tents with each featuring a private verandah, an ensuite bathroom with a shower and a toilet, and free Wi-Fi access. There is a large saltwater swimming pool as well as a satellite television for guests’ entertainment. A local onsite restaurant prepares fresh, local delicacies with the bulk of the ingredients obtained from the camp’s greenhouse. The restaurant also serves vegetarian dishes for guests who may have such dietary requirements.
Ikweta Safari Camp
Address: Murera Gate, Meru National Park
227.11 km (141.2 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
2. Losokwan Luxury Tented Camp – Maasai Mara (from USD 448)
This luxury tented camp is located inside one of the largest game reserves in the country, and it is highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique wilderness experience featuring a variety of guided nature walks and game drives. All the tents feature safari-style furnishing, with each having a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries, a seating area and a hammock. Every booking includes all meals, with complimentary laundry facilities. Additionally, game drives and nature walks, as well as visits to the local Maasai Villages, are available.
Losokwan Luxury Tented Camp - Maasai Mara
Address: Lemek Conservancy, Maasai Mara
145.2 km (90.3 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
3. Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara (from USD 1107)
Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara is considered as one of the best glamping spots in Kenya, if not in the entire continent. If you are looking for great luxury in the African wilderness, then this is one of the best places where you are guaranteed to find it. The camp has panoramic views of the sprawling savanna grasslands, and it is not abnormal to encounter various species of wildlife, given that it is located right at the heart of the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Accommodation is offered in luxurious tents with parquet floors, and every tent features a private entrance, private bathroom with free toiletries, a seating area, and there are a few select tents with a private plunge pool. There is a daily menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with the option of enjoying the meals on a private deck, by the pool, or under the canvas.
Olare Mara Kempinski
Address: Olare Orok Conservancy
146.67 km (91.2 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
4. Ol-Popongi Camp, Kedong, Naivasha (from USD 500)
Ol-Popongi Camp is a private self-catering camp with beautiful views of both Lake Naivasha and Mount Longonot. The camp is peaceful, scenic, and it comes with everything you may desire for a great glamping experience, including hot water, a swimming pool, a barbeque area, and ensuite double tents. Though located in the middle of nowhere, the camp is safe and secure, and you can also expect to spot a variety of wild animals during your stay.
Top guest reviews
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the tents have beautiful interior and bathroomswe had five kids under the age of ten and they enjoyed the opens space and the poolCleanliness:
a clean swimming poolit's clean comfortable and accommodatingthe rooms are extremely clean and the shower was very hotthe tents and common areas are spotlessly clean luxurious and comfortablethey had plenty of books badminton equipment and a very clean pool to keep you busyHost:
the staff were helpful and unobtrusivethe staff was attentive and friendlythe staff were great toothe camp is beautiful and the staff was wonderfulthe staff are friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was goodabsolutely beautiful location grounds and facilitiesthe location is secluded and overlooks beautiful scenery all the way roundgreat property really quiet and peaceful locationwe enjoyed watching the weaver birds up close from the second floor porch off the living area
5. Wildebeest Eco Camp (from USD 34)
Wildebeest Eco Camp is located in Nairobi and it is one of the best glamping spots you will find in proximity to the nation’s capital. It offers accommodation in tented units, with each featuring free Wi-Fi, access to the shared garden, and private bathrooms with some of the units having a seating area or a balcony. Breakfast is served daily, and there is also an on-site restaurant where guests can enjoy a variety of African dishes. Some of the attractions in proximity to the camp include the Nairobi National Museum and Kenyatta International Conference Center, both located less than 10km (6.2miles) away.
Wildebeest Eco Camp
Address: 151 Mokoyeti Road West
57.75 km (35.9 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
6. Mara Explorer Tented Camp (from USD 856)
This is another classic tented camp where you are guaranteed to satisfy your thirst for glamping in Africa. The camp is located inside Masai Mara National Reserve, right on the banks of the Talek River. Accommodation is offered in spacious tents with each featuring antique wardrobes, a mosquito net, a private bathroom with an indoor shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The tent offers three meals every day, house wines, beers and soft drinks. Bush breakfast and bush dinners can also be organized upon request.
Mara Explorer Tented Camp
Address: Ol Kiombo, Masai Mara National Reserve
156.9 km (97.5 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
7. Kiboko Luxury Camp (from USD 135)
The camp is located on the banks of Lake Naivasha and it is surrounded by lush gardens that further accentuate the beautiful set up already enhanced by the lake views. Accommodation is offered in luxury tents with each featuring a safe, flat-screen TV, and a minibar. There is an a-la-carte restaurant as well as a buffet serving a variety of cuisines. For interested guests, a traditional BBQ experience can always be arranged upon request. Hell’s Gate National Park is only 25km (16 miles) from the camp, where guests will find plenty of great outdoor activities to enhance their glamping experience.
Kiboko Luxury Camp
Address: Moi South Lake Road
16.56 km (10.3 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
8. Anga Afrika Luxury Boutique Camp Nairobi (from USD 200)
Anga Afrika Luxury Boutique Camp is located in Karen – a posh district in Kenya’s capital of Nairobi. The camp offers accommodation in tents, with each featuring a sitting area, a private bathroom with a shower and toilet, and a washing machine. Some of the shared amenities within the camp include an outdoor swimming pool, an onsite restaurant, free parking, a bar and a lounge. Due to its location, there are several points of interest nearby, with the notable ones being Kenyatta International Convention Center, and the Nairobi National Museum, both less than 30km (18.6miles) away. Karen Shopping Center is less than 6km (3.7miles) away, and here you will find lots of high-end shopping, dining and entertainment options.
Anga Afrika Luxury Boutique Camp Nairobi
Address: Rhino Park Road
50.94 km (31.7 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
9. Talek Olkinyei Camp (from USD 110)
Talek Olkinyei Camp offers accommodation in luxury tents featuring a fully equipped bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. The camp has an on-site restaurant, a bar, and a garden. Breakfast is served every morning, with the available options being Full English/Irish and continental breakfast. Though there is no swimming pool at the camp, there is a hot tub that guests are highly encouraged to take advantage of during their stay.
Talek Olkinyei Camp
Address: C14 Near to Talek Gate, Masai Mara
149.38 km (92.9 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
10. Satao Elerai (from USD 280)
Satao Elerai offers accommodation in private tents that are fully equipped with a private bathroom, shower and free toiletries. The camp also features an on-site restaurant, a garden, a bar, and an outdoor swimming pool. The camp is in proximity to Amboseli National Park, and it is always a common occurrence to see elephants, giraffes, rhinos, baboons and other wild animals roaming freely within the camp. The nearest airport to the park is Amboseli Airstrip, located at a distance of 39km (24.4miles) from the camp.
Elerai Camp
Address: 90653
236.79 km (147.2 mi) from Mount Longonot National Park
Enjoy a memorable glamping experience in Kenya
Kenya is the best destination to head to when you want a memorable glamping experience in Africa. Choose any of these glamping spots in Kenya to luxuriously interact with the African wild in some of the most scenic destinations in the country.
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