Sala’s Camp
CEDARBERG RATING
Premier
Overview
Sala's Camp
Sala’s Camp is a classic tented camp tucked in a bend of the Sand River where the Keekorok River joins. It is in one of the Mara’s most untouched corners near to the Tanzania border. There are terrific views towards the Serengeti and across the Northern Corridor, this is the first and last stop for the thousands of wildebeest and zebra that pass through. This means that Sala’s has the longest migration season in the Mara. You get a front row seat to one of the greatest natural spectacles on earth. Sala's Camp is also known for it's fantastic birdlife in the Mara all year round so its a great option for keen birders.
Accommodation
The camp has seven guest tents, six twin or double tents and one big honeymoon suite, this is also a family tent. All of them are extremely comfortable with large beds, soft white linens, hanging cupboards, a sink area and an en suite bathroom with flushing loo. You can enjoy the original under canvas experience with some modern comforts, such as solar electricity and hot running water.
Before and after game drives you meet in the lovely mess tent. In front of this there is a beautiful lawn area with a day bed for some time with a good book. Here to is the bar and the dining table which sparkles with candles at night. As the sun sets the camp fire is lit, drinks poured and bitings served. As you tuck into an outstanding dinner, amazingly produced from a bush kitchen, tents are closed up, beds turned down and hot water bottles tucked under the covers. Every detail is considered at this truly special camp inside the famous Mara Reserve.
Sala's Camp game
The Sand River often has lion come to play in it and the bank opposite the camp can be covered in zebra and wildebeest during the migration season. Here you can go on a game drive and not see another vehicle; a pretty rare thing in the Mara.
At A Glance
Swimming pool
Rural location
In Pictures
Sala’s Camp on the map
Rooms
Forest Honeymoon Tent with a pool (Tent 7)
The Forest Honeymoon Tent is located on the forest side of Sala's Camp. It has a private plunge pool and is an airy, sophisticated room. It embraces the charm of a traditional Hemingway-style safari while incorporating contemporary touches like glass doors. The tent is located in a private and serene area at the end of the camp - perfect for honeymooners.
Keekorok Honeymoon Tent with a pool (Tent 1)
The honeymoon tent has a private plunge pool, veranda and spectacular views. The interior of the rooms are soft in colour, embracing the natural hues of the surrounding yellow grasslands and river sand. The bathrooms are elegantly accented with rich copper and brass fittings reflecting Africa’s warmth and include large copper bathtubs and spacious showers. Floors are made from bamboo and covered with natural reed carpets, whilst striking black and white images hang on the canvas walls, enriching the space.
Keekorok Family Tent with a pool (Tent 2a and 2b)
Sala’s new Family Tent is book-ended by two rooms that are joined by a communal lounge leading out onto a large veranda with sun beds, private dining areas and a plunge pool. The interior of the rooms are soft in colour, embracing the natural hues of the surrounding yellow grasslands and river sand. The bathrooms are elegantly accented with rich copper and brass fittings reflecting Africa’s warmth and include large copper bathtubs and spacious showers. Floors are made from bamboo and covered with natural reed carpets, whilst striking black and white images hang on the canvas walls, enriching the space.
