Hemingways River Camp Mara

Positioned right along the banks of the Njageteck River within the private Mara North Conservancy, Hemingways River Camp Mara delivers a deeply personal, small-scale safari experience in a highly active wildlife area. Originally established by Richard Roberts—a third-generation Kenyan conservationist and his wife Liz, the camp was built on a foundation of absolute privacy and genuine respect for the land. Today, as part of the Hemingways Collection, it preserves that same authentic, understated heritage. The property maintains an exclusive atmosphere with only eight canvas tents total, allowing guests to escape the larger safari crowds. The layout features six classic Luxury Tents that capture the nostalgia of traditional bush living, alongside a spacious Family Suite and an entirely private Suite. These larger configurations offer multiple bedrooms, separate lounge areas, and dedicated staff, making them excellent choices for families or small groups seeking extra space. Every tent is positioned so guests can watch elephants gathering near the river springs from their private verandas or listen to lions calling through the night. The daily routine at the camp is entirely unhurried and shaped around how you prefer to explore. You can spend your days tracking apex predators alongside expert local guides who understand the conservancy's nuances, sitting down to dinners served out under the open night sky, or unwinding by the crackling campfire to trade stories from the day's drive. It is a space designed to offer safari in its truest form unfiltered, peaceful, and closely connected to the rhythm of the Mara.