The Bush Camp is a small, classic, intimate, luxury tented camp
completely unfenced, accommodating a maximum of twelve guests.
See Map.
A
ccommodation
Six spacious, fully insect-proof custom designed tents, equipped
with twin or double beds, linen, bedside tables, luggage racks
and rugs. Bathrooms are en-suite and are equipped with a
dresser, flushing toilet and a traditional safari bucket shower
with a view. There are comfortable chairs on each verandah
overlooking the plains. One tent can be converted into a triple
on request. There is a spacious well furnished lounge and dining
tent, although we prefer to each alfresco if weather permits.
Location
Kicheche Bush Camp is located in the Masai Mara within the Olare
Orok Conservancy (created from Koiyaki Group Ranch lands)
bordering the Reserve. The Olare Orok Conservancy, through it's
strict limit on bed numbers, offers an incomparable gameviewing
experience without crowds. The camp is located in a prime
wildlife area and game viewing starts right from the camp
itself. The location is also ideal to experience the wildebeest
migration. Access is from Ol Kiombo airstrip, 40 minutes game
drive away. See map. Click here for further information on the
Olare Orok Conservancy.
Cuisine
Our cooks produce a variety of African and international dishes
and special dietary requirements can be catered for. Fresh
produce is flown in regularly and bread and pastries are baked
daily. The small intimate camp lends itself to communal dining
with your hosts, although private dining can be arranged.
Game
Drives
Early morning and late afternoon are the most productive hours
for game drives and our safari customised 4WD vehicles give
everyone a perfect view. Watching wildlife at close range, but
without encroaching on their space, is endlessly fascinating and
our guides' instincts and experience provide superb photo
opportunities of wild animals.
Our vehicles are superbly designed for photographers, all our
fleet is open-sided with open roofs. Cameras can be rested on
the roof, with supplied beanbags, or on the armrests lower down,
to which we can mount simple platforms for larger lenses. For
complete flexibility it is recommended that you take a vehicle
on an exclusive use basis ($265 per day supplement).
Walking
A different perspective is gained through escorted walks on the
savannah. Our interpretive guides will point out the spoor of a
leopard, the nest of a rare bird or signs of recent migration
activity that would pass unnoticed by the eyes of strangers...
Fly Camp
Kicheche Bush Camp now offers escorted walking safaris with
overnight stays in a fly-camp in the bush. These excursions are
led by one of Kicheche's senior guides and an armed ranger. It
is an outstanding opportunity to see the Mara from a completely
different perspective and also offers some welcome exercise
whilst on safari. You will explore the smaller aspects of
savannah life - birds, grasses, and insects - and may even be
lucky enough to encounter some larger game en-route..more
details »
Daily
Schedules
Rigid daily schedules are not on our agenda, there are no hard
and fast rules at Kicheche so guests can decide on the duration
and frequency of their drives. Picnic breakfasts, lunches and
sundowner drinks are popular options to include on game drives.
Village Visits
Guests can visit one of the local Maasai villages to see first
hand their way of life. A village guide or your Kicheche guide
will give you an interprative talk during your visit. There is
sometimes dancing and traditional souvenirs are on sale. There
is a charge of $15 per person.
School Visits
Kicheche's Community Project supports two local schools -
Olkimitare Nursery School & Aitong Primary Academy, during term
time it is possible to pay a visit to either school. Any
educational gifts or donations that you can contribute are an
enormous help to these struggling schools. Further details on
our Community Project page.
Hot Air
Ballooning
This is a popular excursion in the Masai Mara. Balloons take off
early each morning at sunrise and glide over the plains for
approximately an hour before landing. Upon touchdown a champagne
breakfast is set up before you. The excursion finishes with a
game drive back to camp. Price is US$450 per person and trips
can be booked through your tour operator.
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Children aged 3 - 11 years : 50% of adult rate for
accommodation and Conservancy fees
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Families with children under 7 years will be required to
take a sole use vehicle*( see supplement below) unless
there are 4 or more guests in the party when they will
get one anyway. Please note that our camps are not
conducive to infants and no baby equipment, such as cots
and high chairs, are provided.
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Single supplement:
only between 15 July and 31
October: $130 per person per night.
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Rates Include; Airstrip transfers, unlimited
shared game drives by 4WD vehicle, services of a KPSGA
qualified driver/guide, bush walks, full board
accommodation, drinks ( excluding champagne) and
laundry.
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Rates Exclude; Flights, Nairobi airport transfers
and items of a personal nature.
