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Julia's River Camp

2.5 star property
Maasai Mara tentalow with safari and restaurant

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Surrounded by the breathtaking Maasai Mara National Reserve, Julia's River Camp offers a unique getaway with continental breakfast and wildlife viewing opportunities. Unwind on the terrace or lose yourself in a book from the library. With concierge services, game drives on site, and an area shuttle to explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
The current price is CNY2,193
CNY2,587 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18

Room options

View all photos for Classic Tent

Classic Tent | In-room safe, bed sheets

Classic Tent

  • River view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Tent | In-room safe, bed sheets

Superior Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exclusive Tent | In-room safe, bed sheets

Exclusive Tent

  • River view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Masai Mara National Reserve, Maasai Mara

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 46 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo) - 47 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (KEU-Keekorok) - 56 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (OSJ-Ol Seki Airstrip) - 90 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (MDR-Musiara Airstrip) - 94 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (KTJ-Kichwa Tembo) - 152 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena) - 155 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara) - 161 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 113.8 miles/183.1 km
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 121.3 miles/195.3 km
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Boma Restaurant - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪64 - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Barafu Lounge - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Common Grounds - ‬49 min drive

About this property

Julia's River Camp

  • Julia's River Camp puts you 3 mi (4.7 km) from Maasai Mara National Reserve. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 cabins
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • The entrance to the property closes between 6 PM and 6 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Julia's River Camp Safari Masai Mara

Julia's River Camp Safari

Julia's River Camp Masai Mara

Julia's River Camp Safari/Tentalow Masai Mara

Julia's River Camp Safari/Tentalow

Julia's River Camp Maasai Mara

Julia's River Camp Safari/Tentalow

Julia's River Camp Safari/Tentalow Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

Does Julia's River Camp offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Julia's River Camp does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Julia's River Camp?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Julia's River Camp?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Julia's River Camp?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Julia's River Camp and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Julia's River Camp includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Julia's River Camp?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Julia's River Camp have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

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Reviews

Julia's River Camp Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Food
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Animals

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at this property for 3day/2nights. The staff was amazing. They are some of the nicest kindest people you will meet. We felt safe and learned an enormous amount about the animals in the area. It was my bday and they made me a cake and sang, it was unforgettable. Memories for a lifetime. I wish I could have stayed longer. The reviews do not do this place justice. The accommodations were more than we expected and the game drives were exciting and thrilling. We loved every moment. (One tip: make sure to bring US or Euro, we were short to pay for small items like drinks)
Lisa, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

They stated that their CC machine was broken and I need to pay in cash!!! Park Fee—-520 bucks…?… who really got the cash!!… Game rides … can’t put it on your account .. gotta pay cash !!!.. Bar bill —- cash Laundry —-cash And had to go to a town to get mate cash !!.. Just brought Tip monies … of which we were pretty generous… So I asked .. for all this inconvenience.. how bout comp 1 game ride ….100 bucks!… The GM .. Mark Mutua said no… he did t even bother to meet … I said am not paying cash .. so they eventually found a “link to pay them… I feel this place is very very corrupt.. The staff .. were wonderful … of which I feel bad for them that I write this…. But it is disgusting that some guy from Spain that owns it is also inept at running a resort… Do t go there !!!! I will never …. There are 600 other camps to stay at …I just believed there website …. DO NOT go to this camp!!!!!
Paul, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved Julia’s. Dennis, our driver, was exceptional.
Courtney, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay at Julia's. Basic but comfortable camp in the Maasai Mara. Friendly staff, nice food, great location l, we could hear animals all around us every night. Our trip was made by George specifically. The experience he had and his warm smiling face greeting us at mealtimes and when we returned from game drives was the best part of our trip. We hope to see him again at Julia's when we come back next time.
4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!

Incredible experience! The tent was clean and roomy. They are situated in great location inside the park, serene environment by the river, awesome view from the tent. All the staffs are attentive, friendly, and professional, the guards, the chefs, all of them, thank you. Beatrice, our contact staff, was so kind and attentive. She made us feel at home, and totally spoiled us! :-) The safaris were just wonderful! Leo, our guide driver, is an incredible person all around. A Masai native, he knows the Mara like palm of his hand! And he is a great conversationalist. The food is amazing. We are on a vegetarian diet, and here we had some of the healthiest, most delicious food we could find in a restaurant.
Mahdi, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

This is a camp so amenities are pretty basic. That is very understandable. If you’re a light sleeper, you might not find the area conducive for you as hippos could get loud at night. My biggest issue with this camp is that by default they would clean the tent and rearrange your stuff. I get that cleaning is essential but as someone who functions in a very specific manner, I’d hate to find out that my things have been rearranged. I talked to the camp manager about this and he wasn’t apologetic at all. He just said there’s nothing he could do. Very rude!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We visited Julias River Camp for 5 days and it was a wonderful experience. The staff was very friendly, the food was incredibly well, the game drives with our guide Dennies were beautiful, the tents were big enough and well suited for the stay. We saw the "big five" in less than 2 days! We promised to visit the camp again!
Philipp, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely camp, placed inside Masai Mara Reserve, right on river Talek. Our VIP tent was placed directly on the river so we could see hippos regularly. Camp stuff is great, very king and helpful. Food was excellent, far beyond our expectations. We are vegetarians and we didn't espect such a great food. VIP tent is quite spacious and comfortable, with nice terrace. Hot water was available all the time. WiFi was working in common aeras, but we barely used it. Considering price/quality rate, this camp could be one of the best options in entire Masai Mara. Highly recommended!
Ivan, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

In the middle of it all...

Bearing in mind it is a camp, Julia's is an excellent stay. Right in the Mara, you don't have to wait for the game drive (which is amazing) to see the wildlife.
Jared, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This camp is just lovely. Very clean and very comfortable yet allows you to be in the nature and wild. The staff and their service levels are truly fantastic and many thanks go out to Nick and his full team of staff.
Salma, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Masai Mara Safari

Spectacular stay at Julia's River Camp. Excellent location to immediately be immersed in complete Safari experience, friendly and professional team, the most excellent guide! Kios found 2 cheetahs about to hunt and positioned us with masterful ability to witness it. On a second cheetah hunt we were so lucky to observe he expertly maneuvered our vehicle to be the first forward to photograph unimpeded! Truly one of the most amazing experiences. Thank you Julia's River Camp for making our first family Safari utterly magical.
Julie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Prisvärt boende

Bra boende i tältcamp i Masai Mara National reserve. Bra mat, och bekvämt. Något små rum där det saknas avlastningsytor och förvaring för kläder. Saknas eluttag på rummen.
Samuel, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Beware of the management here as they will scam you. I booked on Expedia & for most dates you could book “2 game drives per day”, but there was no option to book them for the dates I wanted. I contacted Expedia & the property to see why I couldn’t book the game drives for my dates & they said I could pay upon arrival. At the camp, the manager told me that I owed double the rate per day shown on Expedia (hundreds of dollars different). I showed him the Expedia app, which clearly said 2 and my conversations with the camp before arriving that said the price included 2 drives. They fought me over WhatsApp for an entire afternoon. I got a hold of Expedia and they contacted the property. The manager eventually agreed to the posted price, but said I owed an additional fee/day, which I had already paid.  Also, another friend came to stay there with me. Other guests in the camp were going to the airstrip when my friend was arriving and they invited me to join, so that I could greet her. The manager told me that I would be charged an airport transfer fee if I went with them. It cost them nothing additional for me to ride out with one group and back with my friend who was additional business that I brought them. After several conversations, the manager hesitantly agreed that I could go for free. But this took about an hour to resolve. I lost an entire day to phone calls and conversations with management.
celeste, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved Julia’s! The meals provided were delicious three and four course meals, they had a nice selection of beverages to choose from, and the two daily game drives that are included in the stay were amazing. We had an excellent driver, Dennis, the entire time, and the rest of the camp staff were super helpful and pleasant. This place was comfortable and of excellent value. The setting was lovely and we heard hippos and elephants by the river at night. I don’t know why you would stay anywhere else. If we’re back in the Mara we will definitely stay here again.
Leslie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Experience et lieu fantastiques.

Excellent lodge, endroit paisible, staff accueillant et très serviable. Nous avons fait deux game drives avec notre guide Denis et avons vu tellement d'animaux !
Olivier, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The stay at Julia's River Camp was excellent. The location is near many lion prides, cheetahs and leopards (it is just a bit of a drive to the migration river crossing area). We saw many animals grazing on the other side of the river and hippos in the river from our tent and dining area. Hear all kinds of animals at night when sleeping but always felt safe in the unfenced camp with the security (always walking you to/from your tent after dark). The service was amazing- every staff was attentive and friendly and made sure we felt comfortable. Lastly, the game drives with Denis our guide and driver was truly excellent. We saw so much more than expected and every day there was something new. We will definitely come back to visit!
Carol, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful safari experience

Beautiful and peaceful place. Good food overall and great staff. Very nice location next to a river. Nice tents and overall facilities. Definitely would recommend!
Eunice, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Unfussy tented camp with great game viewing

Unfussy safari tented camp with excellent food and local guides. Brilliant game viewing. Accommodation was simple but clean and comfortable. No frills, affordable and authentic.
6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything We Could Have Hoped For

We had a great time. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. The food was good. The lodging was a good, quiet, and dry tent. We would love to come back again.
Forbe, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wow, couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more! Delicious three course meals, three times a day cooked by Steve - catering to dietary requirements and requests (delicious Kenyan banquet on the last night). The tents (more like luxury villas) had comfortable beds, hot water showers, WiFi, mosquito nets, and of course incredible views of the river and occasional lion and hippo! The location of the camp is unbelievable, we only had to drive 2 mins and we saw cheetah with 4 cubs, lion tribe, and countless other amazing creatures. The staff looking after us were great too - good fun, accommodating, and did all the could to share their knowledge of the area and keep us safe, special thanks to Mishak! We take with us great memories of campfires, star gazing, Masai traditions, and overall recommended without hesitation!
RICHARD, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very good comfortable accomodation in Tents. Very friendly, helpful and flexible hosts. Good food. We will definitely return!
Jonas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Beautiful peaceful spot, very comfortable tents, great staff, tasty food. Couldn’t fault it!!
RICHARD, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great camp. Location and environment was a must. Meals good be improved a bit, particularly the take away ones.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Location and Employees

Julia’s River Camp has the absolutely best employees, so friendly and concerned that we had a good experience. We want to give a special thanks to Lucky (our game driver - the best), Patrick (our waiter), and Meshak (our Masai warrior). All these inidividuals made our stay so memorable...thank you. The location is perfect, tucked along side the Talek River inside the reserve for the best game viewing. The Masai Mara is so beautiful. We’d highly recommend this place for the special employees working there.
Isaac, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was very nice.The food was okay.The location was good.There were many animals right outside.
2-night trip