Loyk Mara Camp is located on an open hillside in the prime Mara Olare Motorogi Conservancy area of the Maasai Mara in southwest Kenya .The camp is accessed through talek gate which is 260km from Nairobi. The camp offers a serene and private experience. Its prime location gives guests access to abundant wildlife and incredible landscapes, while also ensuring a peaceful retreat away from the crowds.
Accommodation and facilities
Loyk Mara Camp features 16 spacious, luxurious en-suite tents, each offering modern amenities and a private verandah.It also has 10 fabulous luxury en suite room that accommodate a business and leisure traveller.1 family suite and 8 tents which are set as single,double and triple room.
Each tent features a mosquito tent,work desk,safe,coffee making facilities,suite bathroom with a flushing toilet,solar powered hot shower,and a 24 hrs electricity.
The camp has an onset restaurant that accommodates over 25 guests enjoying the food service.The dining and lounge are set on a deck that provide the view of the savanna plains.The bar serves guest freshly made juice,cocktails, and imported wine list while relaxing just admiring the view.
The camp has a small traditional masai manyatta open for guest to learn more about masai cultures.There Is also an outdoor swimming pool.
Dining and cuisine
The camp offer both international,local cuisine.The international cuisine serves a collection of continental and international dishes. For guests looking for a more adventurous experience, bush dining or picnics can be organized,offering a unique experience while on a game drive or at a scenic spot in the Mara.
Wildlife and safari Experience
Loyk Mara is located on a private conservancy that borders the Masai Mara National Reserve and the Olare Motorogi Conservancy. Its unique location ensures that guests have access to some of the most diverse and abundant wildlife in Africa.Maasai Mara is home to the famous Big Five and also the great migration of the wildebeest. At Loyk Mara, you’ll go on morning and afternoon game drives that are with a guided expert Maasai rangers. The drives take you through the private conservancy and into the surrounding areas of the Maasai Mara, providing you with a chance to see an incredible variety of wildlife in their natural habitat.
Cultural and recreational activities
Loyk Mara gives guest the opportunity to experience the local Maasai culture. Guests can visit a nearby Maasai village, where they can meet the Maasai people and learn about their traditional lifestyle, customs, and practices.While staying at the camp, you’ll have the chance to purchase authentic Maasai handicrafts such as beaded jewelry, carvings, and woven baskets. These items are often handmade by the masai community.At loyk there are various activities such as game drives,guided nature walks,bird watching,sundowner and hot air balloons.
Sustainability and conservation efforts
The loyk camp is actively involved in wildlife protection efforts within the masai mara ecosystem. Loyk Mara supports initiatives to curb illegal poaching and help patrol the area for poachers. Loyk Mara provides jobs for local Maasai people in various roles, including as guides, housekeeping staff, and cultural ambassadors. This helps support the local economy and reduces the pressure to engage in practices like poaching.The camp promotes eco-luxury experiences.
Rates
seasons | PER ADULT SHARING | Single | CHILD 04 -11YRS SHARING |
Low-season | 225 Usd Dollar | 285 Usd Dollar | 125 Usd Dollar |
Mid -season | 280 Usd Dollar | 340 Usd Dollar | 155 Usd Dollar |
High-season | 440 Usd Dollar | 500 Usd Dollar | 240 Usd Dollar |
Resident rates
seasons | PER ADULT SHARING | SINGLE PERSON | CHILD 04 -11YRS SHARING |
Low-season | 17,500 kes | 22,500 kes | 9,625 kes |
Mid -season | 17,500 kes | 22,500 kes | 9,625 kes |
High-season | 22,500 kes | 27,500 kes | 12,375 kes |
Note:
- child 3 years and below sharing room with 1 or 2 adults will be free of charge (any extra will be charged for meals at USD 40.00 per child
- Children 4- 11yrs exclusive use of own tent will pay 75% of adults sharing rate
- One child sharing with one adult. (Adult single room rate and child rate above).
How to get there
The nearest airstrip is the O-lKiombo which is 20 km from the camp (45 minutes by Air from Nairobi and the closest airport to Loyk Mara Camp is Olare Airport, 8.0 km away.
The camp is 280km from Nairobi taking around 5-6 hours by road .
Best time to visit
Best time to visit Loyk Mara Camp, is during the high season, from July to October, since the camp offers better views of where the migration happen since it ideal location is at the Mara river.
Conclusion
The camp has a very comfortable and quiet atmosphere, so here you can go if you want quite environment. The tents have all the possible amenities.The services are exceptional and makethe stay a true pleasure.
FAQs’ of Loyk Camp
Where is Loyk Camp located and how do I get there?
The camp sits on 50 acres of private land along the Ntiakitiak River, bordering Olare Motorogi Conservancy and Maasai Mara. It’s about 260 km (5–6 hours by 4×4 from Nairobi), or a 45-minute scheduled flight from Wilson Airport to Olkiombo Airstrip, followed by a scenic 30-minute drive via game-viewing routes
What types of accommodation do you offer?
There are 10 or 16 luxury tents (sources vary): seven standard, one family (convertible into two rooms), one wheelchair-accessible, plus possibly two additional family units in some listings
What room amenities are included?
Each tent features en-suite bathrooms with solar-heated hot showers, flush toilets, 24-hour solar and backup generator electricity, hair dryers (on request), intercoms, safes, tea/coffee stations, bottled water, daily housekeeping, laundry/ironing on request, and some DSTV/Wi‑Fi access
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in begins at 12 pm and ends between 5–7 pm; check-out is by 10 am. Transfers include cold towels, welcome drinks, and transportation to/from the camp
Is Loyk Camp family- and disability-friendly?
Yes; children 2+ are welcome with kid-friendly meals, high chairs, cots, and a kids’ adventure club. One tent is wheelchair accessible. Evening escort is provided for safety
What facilities and activities are available on-site?
Facilities include a swimming pool, billiards, archery, bonfire lounge, open-air cinema, Maasai Manyatta cultural area, Olpul restaurant, Olaro bar, Maasai lounge, gift shop, safari vehicles, and solar-powered lighting. Activities include game drives, nature walks, balloon safaris, sunrise/sundowner sessions, bird watching, cultural visits, and romantic pool dinners
What dining styles are offered?
Enjoy full-board meals at Olpul Restaurant, bush breakfasts/lunches/dinners, private poolside dinners, and Maasai traditional “Olpul” experiences around a bonfire using local Maasai dining customs