Rekero Camp

Masai Mara Reserve, Kenya

(Rekero Camp is located inside the Masai Mara Game Reserve at an altitude of 4,800 feet, very close to the confluence of the Mara and Talek Rivers. Rekero Camp nestles in riverine forest on the banks of the Talek river. Flying time from Nairobi to Ol Kiombo Airstrip takes 45 Minutes. Private Charters also land at Ol Kiombo which is 15 minutes from Rekero Tented Camp)

Rekero Camp, Masai Mara Kenya

Rekero Camp

Rekero Camp; Rekero Camp boasts the best guides in the Masai Mara and has one of the prime locations in the Reserve helps too. In August or September, when the wildebeest invade from the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, you could well find the migration crossing the Talek River in front of Rekero Camp. Rekero Camp sits on a picturesque bend in the Talek River, a seasonal river that rises in the Loita Hills to the East and cuts a deep rocky path through the wide Ol Misigiyoi and Meta Plains to meet the Mara River in the south of the reserve. The camp is tucked amongst tall deciduous trees and is designed in such a way that it compliments rather than competes with its awesome surroundings. At Rekero, the focus is outside not within the tents. Even when the migration isn't passing through camp, there's plenty to see from your tent or from the main mess at Rekero.

Rekero Camp is small and exclusive and is up seasonally (June - October, December - March) and caters for up to fourteen guests – each tent having an uninterrupted view of the Talek riverbank. The emphasis is to provide a personal service that meets the individual needs every guest. Each of the seven tents is en suite and furnished to a high standard including small and tasteful finishing touches such as flowers, glass bottles for water and magazines. Rekero Camp dining is generally alfresco and in dinner party style with guests exchanging experiences and sights over a glass of wine. Rekero Camp chefs produce appetizing 'farmhouse' meals while special dietary requirements can be catered for. The camp is unfenced meaning that during the night elephants, hippos and even leopards are known to wander amongst the tents. It is for this reason that Masai Askari (wardens) escort you back to your tent after darkness.

Rekero Camp Accommodation
Rekero Camp has eight spacious tents, (one family tent and seven tents able to accommodate twins / doubles of triples). All are en-suite with flush loos and safari showers.

Rekero Camp Accommodation Rates/Prices

Notes

* Conservancy fees: Adult 80 US Dollars and Child 40 US Dollars per person per day

* Rekero Camp is closed in April and May each year

Rekero Camp Rates are Inclusive of:

* Laundry

* Shared Day and Night Game Drives

* Full board accommodation at Rekero Camp

* Local Airstrip Transfers to Ol kiombo Airstrip

* Soft drinks, Beers, House Wines and Bottled Water

* Game viewing on horseback (hats and English saddles provide)

Rekero Camp Rates are Inclusive of:

* Bird watching

* Lake Victoria Fishing excursion

* Champagne, Premium spirits and Cellar Wines

* Balloon Safaris (Fig Tree - Adventures Aloft or Governors)

* Exclusive use of vehicle 200 US Dollars per day subject to availability

* Cultural visits - 15 US Dollars per person

* Guided walks - 30 US Dollars per person

* Transfers per vehicle (5 Guests)

- 150 US Dollars to Governors, Elephant Pepper, Talek Area

- 200 US Dollars to Ol Seki, Cottars, Kicheche, Saruni and Richard's Camp

Rekero Camp Facilities
Rekero Camp has 24 hour power to provide lighting through a solar powered inverter system. Power is available to charge any electrical items from a central point. There are no power sockets in the tents. Kerosene lanterns are situated in front of the tents to provide subtle lighting to the exterior and front. Mobile phones do work intermittently in the camp.

Rekero Tented Camp is a luxurious, owner-hosted property priding itself on providing a warm welcome. Rekero Tented Camp’s wild riverside setting is at the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve. Being so close to both the Mara and Talek rivers, Rekero provides guests with an ideal opportunity to view the annual migration crossings from the comfort of their armchair.

The owners, Gerard, Rainee and Jackson incorporate Rekero's motto throughout camp life. The aim is “to promote Kenyan tourism through the provision of high quality safari experience, encompassing an insight into animal behavior, flora, fauna and local cultures.” To this end high quality game drives and walking safaris ensure visitors gain a greater understanding of the wildlife. In addition Masai community visits are available and are often the highlight of guests’ stay.

Guests wishing to undertake night-time game drives and more substantial walking safaris, both of which are only possible outside the national reserve, might like to consider combining a stay at Rekero Tented Camp with their new bush camp, Rekero Kidogo. As it is sited outside the National Reserve, such activities are available without a lengthy transfer to the outside of Mara Game Reserve.

Rekero Camp game drives explore quiet, undeveloped areas of the Mara while their team of professional Masai safari guides (each car being assigned a spotter and a driver) ensure that guests are provided with an in-depth and truly memorable wildlife experience. The local landscape is predominantly rolling grassland hills, interspersed with riverine forests. Expert guides ensure that the wide range of resident wildlife can be viewed in relative peace and solitude. Grazing animals such as elephants, buffalo, impala, topi and various gazelle are common in this area while it is not unheard of for leopard, cheetah, lion and rhino all to be spotted in a morning game drive.

Rekero Camp Activities
Wildlife viewing and bird watching can be done on foot with experienced Il Dorobo and Masai guides, or in custom-built four-wheel drive vehicles which allow intimate yet unobtrusive access to the animals. Visits to one of the guides village can be arranged, walking can also be arranged in advance in an area outside the reserve. Picnics in the bush and sun downers also feature. Trips on a hot air balloon can be arranged at a local lodge at extra cost.