The perfect base for your exclusive Safari adventure is the Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Tented Camp. Nestled in the heart of the Masai Mara. Immersed in the original bush among indigenous plantations and trees, the 20 luxury tents are directly overlooking the Mara River, which winds itself around the camp with gently flowing waters surrounded with wildlife and teeming with large groups of Hippos. Sooth your body and mind with a relaxing and invigorating massage at the Earth & Rain Spa or enjoy an al fresco lunch or an evening BBQ around the pool complemented by activities of Masai dancing (once a month) and talks on the Masai culture.
All 20 luxury tents (85m²) are built on elevated wooden platforms and have their own private viewing deck from where hippos and other wildlife are regularly seen.
Facilities in the tent include:
Dining at the Neptune Mara Rianta Camp is an exotic adventure in itself, created from the abundance of fresh Kenyan produce the menus are a culinary journey to please the most discerning of palates. Breakfast and lunch are often served buffet-style, while dinner is a la carte with a choice of appetizers, pasta, main courses and tempting desserts, complemented by savouries, to begin with, and ending with fine desserts, fresh tropical fruits and a selection of delectable cheese made in Kenya.
Breakfast: from 07.30 to 9.00
Lunch: from 12:30 to 14.30
Dinner: from 19.30 to 21.30
Around the pool, al fresco lunches and evening BBQs complemented by activities of Masai dancing (once a month), presentations and talks on the Mara’s ecosystem and Masai culture create the truly unique Neptune Safari experience.
We organize private set bush breakfasts and lunches at sensibly chosen areas, offering guests the most stunning view of the savanna as the complete surprise after an exciting early game drive, or indulge yourself with a romantic bush dinner set beneath the starry Firmament of the African night.
Offers early morning tea/coffee/hot chocolate with your wake-up call each morning. Room service and in-tent dining are offered on reservation.
Enter a setting that will truly make you feel like you are an explorer of the 20s. The cosy Zebra Bar & Lounge is a place where you will be able to relax while enjoying your favourite drink or cocktail. Afternoon tea, cookies, and cakes are also available and sandwiches are served from 15.30 to 18.00. The Zebra Bar & Lounge is open from 11.00 to 23.00.
After a long day of exploration in the African wilderness, there is no better way of finishing the day than by indulging yourself in a pampering session that will immediately relax and soothe your mind and body. Earth & Rain Spa is an oasis of tranquility where you can enjoy relaxing and invigorating massages, face and body treatments and many other signature treatments while being captured into the curative atmosphere of the unspoiled African bush and the gentle sounds of the Mara River.
In Africa, rain gives life and life depends on it…
Rain is the gift that brings simple wealth to the earth and all those on it. Rain refreshes in the still heat of the day, it cools thirsty land, awakens the senses and sharpens the aromas of the bush.
Capturing the beauty and magic of African décor, Earth & Rain Spa blends earthy colors and dramatic images to evoke a sensory journey and invites guest to build a personal experience in its calming space.
At Earth & Rain Spa we utilize indigenous moisture – nourishing natural ingredients and other native resources such as plants, flowers, salt, grains, spices, wild honey and raw sugar. Our tempting choices of treatments are based on ancient African, Asian and European traditions designed to soothe the spirit, rejuvenate the body and enrich the mind.
After experiencing the attentive service and warm ambience, you will not want your visit to Earth & Rain Spa to end and you will return again and again.
Earth & Rain Spa is an experience like no other.
The Masai Mara is one of the world’s largest ecosystems home to a splendid variety of trees, plants, birds, reptiles, mammals and of course the big cats.
Tempted by greener pastures, the wildebeest arrive at the Mara River around July and cross over into the Masai Mara plains. Their spectacular northward migration is dictated by weather patterns, but typically the wildebeest remain in the Masai Mara until about October when they return to Tanzania. The Masai Mara National Reserve and Mara North Conservancy are located west of the Rift Valley and are a natural extension of the Serengeti and a key dispersal area for wildlife.
Approximately 1.3 million wildebeests as well as hundreds of thousands of other animals, including zebra and gazelle coming from the south make the journey. They are met on the Masai Mara plains by another migratory contingent, the resident wildebeest herds of the Mara region. These animals reside in the northeast of the Mara, the Loita Plains and Hills, and are also drawn by the lush grasslands. By October, the rains are heading back south to the Serengeti, and the migration reverses, continuing the cycle of life.
Less famous, yet very impressive, is the Loita Hills migration, where thousands of local wildebeest drift in from the east in May and often stay in the Mara North Conservancy throughout the year, heading back to the Loita Hills only when it rains again in March. This makes the Masai Mara an all-year destination and not just a seasonal environment.
The Masai Mara is an all-year destination and not just a seasonal environment. Each season offers unique highlights.
January – March
The main focus is on the big cats and their cubs that are generally born at the end of the year, and the local Loita Hills wildebeest migration
April – June
Emerald season, quiet, an ornithological dream!
July – September
Wildebeest migration and river crossing season
October – December
Most animals are giving birth
Take advantage of our daily game drives within the Masai Mara National Reserve for a unique safari experience. Neptune Mara Rianta luxury camp offers different kinds of game drives, an early morning drive and a late afternoon drive. All-day game drives are also available, these include a picnic lunch during your tour. Night game drives are available upon request.
After being woken up by the delicious smell of freshly ground coffee, a delicious cup of tea or a succulent cup of hot chocolate, our safari experts will guide you through the wonders of the African bush and the beauties of the Reserve’s wildlife just as the colours of the sunrise enlighten the day. You will be driven in our 4×4 vehicles by our highly qualified guides through the Masai grassland. You will then return to camp to enjoy a perfectly set breakfast.
Your adventure of the afternoon game drive usually takes place late afternoon, driven in our 4X4 vehicles and guided by our qualified tour guides, you will experience your magical safari till the sun sets.
A thrilling adventure that will take you to the heart of the Kenyan bush to discover Masai Mara’s wildlife from up-close. Your ranger will show you how to track animals and will brief you on how to approach the animals always keeping a safe distance.
Bird Watching remains one of the most sought-after activities at Masai Mara.
The Park is inhabited by over 470 species of birds from vultures to marabou storks, ostriches, African pygmy falcons and the lilac-breasted roller amongst many others. Not one day will pass without seeing one of these beautiful animals.
Another thrilling experience to not miss during your stay at Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp is the hot air balloon safari. There is no better way to admire the beauty of nature from above. You will have time to take your perfect picture and portrait the exceptional views as you float above Masai Mara’s breathtaking and unique scenery.
Masai Mara is home to the Maasai ethnic group, known for their distinctive dress and vibrant culture, you will have the chance to embrace a culture that has kept its traditions for the past centuries. They will warmly welcome you in their village and tell you all about their everyday life as well as how they live and hunt on the Masai grounds.
1. ENJOY THE AMAZING SCENERY AND WILDLIFE
Please give yourself plenty of time to enjoy one of the most beautiful places on earth. You are welcome to stay with animals for as long as you wish as long as you follow the park rules below.
2. KEEP AT LEAST 25 METRES AWAY FROM WILDLIFE
Human activity interferes with an animal’s behaviour; to see animals behave naturally you must keep a good distance away. Please stay at least 25 metres (roughly five vehicle lengths) away from animals. Never put your guide at risk of being fined by asking him to drive too close to an animal.
3. KEEP IT TO A WHISPER
Wild animals will move away or freeze if they hear human voices. To watch animals continue with their normal hunting, feeding and nursing activities please lower your voice and remain calmly seated. Shouting, clapping, or cheering disturbs the wild animals and is strictly prohibited. Please switch off the engine, radio and mobile phones at a sighting.
4. NO MORE THAN FIVE VEHICLES AROUND ANY ANIMALS
To ensure minimum disturbance no more than five vehicles are allowed around one wildlife sighting. When there are more than five, the viewing time is reduced to 10 minutes. In that event take your turn and wait at a minimum distance of 100 metres.
5. LET SLEEPING LIONS LIE
Respect the animals. Do not harass any wild animals by forcing them into movement, blocking their path, or follow them too closely. Vehicles and human interference can cause confusion; separating an animal from its young or preventing a hunting lion or cheetah from bringing down its prey. Always keep a good distance from young families, as well as dens, burrows and nests.
6. GUESTS MUST REMAIN INSIDE VEHICLES WHEN CLOSE TO WILD ANIMALS
For safety reasons, you must remain inside the vehicles when close to wild animals. This rule also applies for sitting or standing on rooftops.
7. HAVE A PICNIC
At designated areas, you are welcome to stretch your legs, enjoy the view or have a picnic lunch. Check for animals, including the above branches. Stay within 25 meters of your vehicle.
8. DON’T SHARE YOUR LUNCH
Wild animals become habituated if fed, causing them to abandon normal hunting and feeding behaviours. They can then become aggressive and threatening towards humans, which may lead them to be destroyed.
9. HELP US KEEP THE MARA BEAUTIFUL
Please ensure that all litter is brought back to the camp with you, including cigarette butts. We want everyone to enjoy the wonders of the Mara. Please do not take any specimens will you; bones, feathers, stones, plants and flowers must all stay where they are.
10. NIGHT GAME DRIVES
Afternoon game drives can easily be extended into an exciting night game drive. Please use a red filter to view animals at night which does not disturb their normal behaviour.
11. RESPECT OUR RANGERS
These rules and the Masai Mara rangers protect the wildlife and the environment. They are there to make sure that each person who visits the conservancy can enjoy their stay. Please respect our rangers and work with them – we are all responsible in ensuring the protection of the Mara. Thank you and enjoy your stay!
All Park Fees listed below are daily (24h) conservancy fees and are listed in USD unless otherwise noted. They can be paid directly at the Musiara entrance gate and are not included in the Camp price.
Category
Non-resident Adult: $ 200 (12h) Daily Fees (July – December)
Non-resident Adult: $ 100 (12h) Daily Fees (January – June)
Non-resident Child: $ 50 (12h) Daily Fees
East African Resident Adult: 4,500 Kshs Daily Fees
East African Resident Child: 2,000 Kshs Daily Fees
Kenyan Citizen Adult: 3,000 Kshs Daily Fees
Kenyan Citizen Child: 1,000 Kshs Daily Fees
Daniel Nabaala
As a young Maasai Moran (warrior) Daniel Nabaala was born and brought up in the Maasai community where he spent his time herding his father’s livestock. He is now 26, married and has two kids. To fulfil his desire to join tourism, Daniel attended thorough training as a professional safari guide at Koiyaki Guiding School. He has a bronze medal with KPSGA (Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association) and is determined to sit for the silver-level exams soon. Asked what challenges him most in the field, Daniel Nabaala said he feels bad when he cannot explain to guests the animal’s behaviour due to the language barrier. As such he is determined to study Italian as an additional foreign language.
Daniel Kisemei
Daniel Kisemei started by lecturing tourists visiting their village and as such he was encouraged by guests and friends who admired his communication skills to work as a tour guide. He was lucky later to join the Amboseli Institute of Hotels, Tours & Catering and attain a Diploma in tourism management. He is a bronze-level guide with the KPSGA and looking forward to achieving Silver. At 26, he is married with a Son and he spends time herding his cattle whenever he is at home on leave. He has a photography passion collecting and identifying pictures of various birds.
There are various ways to get to the Neptune Mara Rianta Camp in the Mara North Conservancy:
Either by Safarilink or Air Kenya’s scheduled daily flights from Wilson Airport in Nairobi to Musiara airstrip. Transfers from the airstrip to the lodge are included in the room rates.
– By private charter to any of these airstrips
– By road from Nairobi
– For daily flight schedule information visit the Safarilink, Air Kenya or Mombasa Air websites
Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp – All-Inclusive
P.O. Box 741, Narok, Kenya
T: +254 788 262 666 (Same number is on WhatsApp)
Reservation: res.mararianta@neptunehotels.com
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