Vintage Safari Glamour at the Edge of the Mara
Overview
Set within a private 7,608-acre conservancy adjacent to the Maasai Mara and Serengeti, Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp evokes the golden age of safari with cream-colored canvas tents, antique furnishings, and a colonial flair. Run by the fifth-generation Cottar family, it offers unmatched guiding, cultural immersion, and access to Kenya’s most iconic wildlife corridors. Africa Travel Designers features Cottar’s as a signature retreat for travelers seeking the finest luxury lodges in Maasai Mara.
Highlights
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Timeless Safari Aesthetic:Classic 1920s canvas tents dressed in antiques, Persian rugs, and brass fixtures.
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Private Conservancy Access:Enjoy uncrowded game drives in a wildlife-rich area bordering the Maasai Mara and Serengeti.
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Award-Winning Guiding:Led by some of East Africa’s most experienced, conservation-driven safari guides.
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Cultural Connection:Engage with local Maasai communities through respectful experiences.
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Sustainable & Soulful:Carbon-negative camp with a strong commitment to biodiversity and local empowerment.
Location
Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp is nestled in the Olderkesi Conservancy, just outside the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Accessible by flight to Cottar’s Private Airstrip or Keekorok Airstrip, it offers a secluded, elevated setting that ensures privacy while staying within reach of the Great Migration routes. As one of the most storied luxury Kenya camps, Cottar’s blends romance, heritage, and purpose into every experience.