Case Studies

Sekenani Camp is situated on the boundary of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve at the very heart of the big game country in southern Kenya. The Maasai Mara is the most popular of Kenya’s wildlife parks. Comprised of fifteen exceptionally well-designed tents, it is the smallest permanent tented camp in the Maasai Mara. It is known for it’s magnificent setting, excellent cuisine and what are probably the most comfortable tents in Africa. Simple elegance is the Sekenani style. The camp is built at the source of the Sekenani River which rises from a rock pool at the east end of the camp and forms the stream which flows in front of each tent. The tents themselves are large and raised off the ground on platforms. Each one is secluded and set into the bush in such a way as to ensure privacy. The en suite bathroom, replete with a full-length bath, make these among the most beautifully appointed tents in Africa.

A suspension bridge connects the guest tents with the dining room and bar area. Here, it is the turn of our talented chefs to entertain you with a variety of freshly prepared dishes and a well stocked bar. In the evening a log fire is set on the wide veranda in front of the dining room. Here guests enjoy a ‘sundowner’ before dinner and listen to the sounds of Africa’s birds and other creatures.

Our Community

Funded by the Tourism Trust Fund and European Union, Sekenani Camp is host to a far-reaching community development project which aims to improve the quality of life for Maasai people living around the reserve. It focuses on building infrastructure for health-care, education, veterinary services and clean water supplies. The project office is located in the reception area of the camp. Guests who are interested in Maasai culture may find it interesting to see what we are doing in the local community and may arrange to visit some of the project sites if they wish to do so.

The camp is operated in conjunction with twenty six Maasai families who have a share in the business. It is the logistical center for a community development project developing infrastructure for health-care, veterinary services, education and clean water for people living around the reserve.

A suspension bridge connects the guest tents with the dining room and bar area. Here, it is the turn of our talented chefs to entertain you with a variety of freshly prepared dishes and a well stocked bar. In the evening a log fire is set on the wide veranda in front of the dining room. Here guests enjoy a ‘sundowner’ before dinner and listen to the sounds of Africa’s birds and other creatures.

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