Cottars 1920's Safari

Overview

Step back in time to the 1920s in this award winning luxury Safari Camp, private Bush Villa and Fly Camp. Based in the 'seventh' natural wonder of the World, the Maasai Mara in Kenya.  Offering a bespoke safari experience, Cottars is owned and managed by the oldest established and continuing safari family in Africa. The Cottar family provide genuinely stunning wildlife and wilderness experiences, engaging in the original spirit and essence of safari: An abundance of wildlife, guaranteed privacy and the highest standards of professional guiding in a luxurious and authentic safari environment.

Each safari tent is tastefully kitted out with vintage furnishings, en-suite bathrooms and verandas for you to take in the wonder of the Savannah views. Offering the highest standards of guides in the area to help you spot the Big 5, cultural activities and with all your meals and safaris included in the price you’ll have a carefree trip of a lifetime.

Features

• Safari Activities Included
• All Meals and Drinks Included (Excludes French Champagne)
• Laundry Service Included
• On Site Spa
• Masseur On Site
• Good For Large Groups
• En-Suite Rooms
• Panoramic Views
• Airport Transfers Included

Room information

	Description	Sleeps	Price
	Standard Tent These vintage style, cream canvas tents have a main bedroom, en-suite bathroom and a veranda A minimum stay of 2 nights applies to all boo... read more	1	£1142.08 - £1142.08 Per Night	Select room
	Luxury Double Tent These vintage style, cream canvas tents have a main bedroom, en-suite bathroom and a veranda. A minimum stay of 2 nights applies to all bo... read more	1-2	£951.87 Per Night	Select room
	Honeymoon Tent This tent is a similar size to the family tents, all one room with an en-suite bathroom, main bedroom and sitting room with a large veranda. ... read more	1-2	£1848.00 Per Night	Select room
	Family Tent These luxury suites consist of two en-suite bedrooms with a shared veranda, sitting & dining room with a fireplace. These tents are open pla... read more	1-4	£3462.33 Per Night	Select room
	Bush Villa Perfect for those that want absolute privacy in the Maasai Mara, combined with dedicated and discrete staff, and of course the highest luxury. &... read more	1-10	£6611.46 Per Night	Select room

About The Area

Cottar's is located in it's own private 7608 acre Olderkesi Conservancy which borders the Masai Mara National Reserve in Southwestern Kenya. With grassy plains and rolling hills, the reserve is home to a number of endangered species including rhinos, elephants, lions, cheetahs and hippos. This area is also known for the high numbers of wildebeest during the great annual migration. Nearby the camp are a few Maasai villages (enkangs) giving you the opportunity to learn about the culture and traditions of the Maasai People.  

There are plenty of opportunities for adventure within the reserve with safari game drives, guided bushwalking and cultural visits all included with your accommodation you so won’t be stuck for things to do, however if you’re looking to experience it all here are a few suggestions of nearby activities 

• Visit the Maasai Warrior School (included in your stay) 

• Visit the Maasai Village 

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Activities and Nearby Adventures

• Cultural Activities
• Cultural Visits
• Safari Activites
• Walking Safari
• Bird Watching
• Night Safari
• Guided Wildlife Excursions

Meet the hosts

Cottars Camp is owned and managed by the oldest established safari family in Africa. Through their generations of experience the Cottar family give guests the original spirit and essence  of safari through an abundance of wildlife and the highest standards in professional guiding for an authentic safari environment.

The Cottar Family

The Cottar family together

How To Get There

Your hosts are happy to help arrange and book all your domestic flights and transfers should you need 

From Wilson Airport in Nairobi you will need to take a 45 minute domestic flight to either Keekorok Airstrip (2 hrs from Cottar's) or Cottar's private airstrip (15 minutes from Cottar's) in the Masai Mara.  Please note international and domestic flights are not included. Once you arrive you will be met by your guide to take you to your safari accommodation.   

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