Bateleur Camp | Bateleur Safaris in Kenya

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&Beyond Africa have long been known for their ability to acquire and run the best lodges in East and Southern Africa and Bateleur is no exception. Set just to the north of the Mara National Reserve, this stunning lodge is a testament to the company’s knowledge and understanding of the Mara and what it offers. A collection of well appointed luxury tented accommodation, the lodge offers the highest standards of both food and service. Located being just outside the National Reserve, the options of being able to have great wildlife viewing but also the freedom to night drive, walk and interact with the local communities are a great asset to your safari.

Bateleur - The Details

Situated below the location where Out of Africa’s famous final scene was filmed, this romantic and totally private camp reflects the ambience of Kenyan safaris of the 20s and 30s.

Nestled in a lush riverine forest, Bateleur is set up as two separate camps, both comprising of nine tented suites each. Epitomising classic elegance, each tent has polished wooden floors and en suite bathrooms with glass-walled showers, twin hand-basins and a separate flushing toilet. Each tent has a private deck overlooking the vast game-filled plains of the Masai Mara, and a personal butler will ensure your every need is catered for.

Beautiful antiques adorn the comfortable sitting area and indoor/outdoor dining area, transporting you to the heyday of classic safaris. A swimming pool allows you to make the most of the hottest part of the day and a fully-stocked library and bar ensures time in between activities rushes by. Your private butler will serve you delicious Pan-African cuisine in the dining area, on the veranda or in a romantic setting under the stars. Bush breakfasts and candlelit dinners offer an unforgettable experience of the African bush.

The most popular time of year to visit is between late July and October when a portion of the wildebeest herds arrive from the Serengeti Not only do the wildebeest attract larger amounts of visitors to the National Reserve, but the predators are always drawn to this abundance of prey. During these months you can witness the spectacular river crossings which should be on every wildlife fanatic's bucket list.

Even out of the peak months, the Mara can offer exceptional game viewing Home to a plethora of the big five, plus a thriving cheetah population and so much more, a game drive is never a dull affair.

For an extra special morning, we would recommend taking to the sky in a hot air balloon. Whether you are a family looking for adventure or a couple on honeymoon, soaring above the plains is an experience like no other and offers incredible views across Kenya's most famous wildlife destination.

Inside the concession, bush walks can be undertaken with a guide. Here you can examine the smaller elements of a safari that are often missed on a game drive. From the tracks of predators, to the numerous arthropods that are just as vital to an eco-system as the megaherbivores, nothing goes unnoticed on a walking safari. You may even come across some big game whilst on foot which is an unforgettable experience in itself. Cultural activities are also eye opening. Visiting nearby Maasai villages and interacting with the Maasai people enables guests to experience traditional Maasai culture and see first hand how tourism is benefitting the local people.

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