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Mara Toto Tree Camp - Luxury Safari in the Trees of Maasai Mara, Kenya

Mara Toto Tree Camp -

Luxury safari in the Maasai Mara, Kenya.

Your Private Treehouse Suite - Luxury, Comfort & Thoughtful Touches

 Mara Toto Tree Camp felt like stepping into a dream suspended among the trees. Elevated above the forest floor, the space blended airy Scandinavian design with natural textures and complete privacy. The interiors featured a spacious king-sized bed with soft linens and a mosquito net canopy, a lounge corner with armchairs and a writing desk, and a stylish open-plan bathroom with twin basins, a rainfall shower, and a copper soaking tub made for starlit baths.

The suites even include an open-air gym with a bicycle, with yoga mats and hand weights, allowing guests to stay active while surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild.

Each day, the minibar was restocked with our favorite drinks - always kept chilled with a fresh ice bucket, ready to enjoy on the terrace as hippos grunted in the river below. Every detail was curated with intention, creating a feeling of being completely taken care of.

Dining at Mara Toto Tree Camp is nothing short of exceptional. Every meal is prepared fresh with local ingredients and delivered with the flair of fine dining. Whether enjoying handmade samosas and chilled champagne beneath the trees or indulging in modern dishes by candlelight, this is luxury safari cuisine at its finest.

One of the highlights was our experience with 

 - a surprise bush breakfast crafted from scratch in the middle of the savanna. The team set up linen-draped tables next to the safari vehicles while eggs, fresh bread, and Kenyan coffee was served. It was one of those rare moments that define a conscious safari journey.

The team – Penny (manager), Nancy (guide), Vincent (housekeeping), Christopher (chef), and George (waiter) - delivered service that was both intuitive and heartfelt. One unforgettable evening was shared with 

, a proud Masai working to empower local communities. We ate traditional Kenyan food with our hands in the kitchen and ended the night dancing with the staff in celebration. That sense of connection is what Great Plains does best.

Evenings Filled with Peace and Personal Care

What truly set this experience apart was the way we were welcomed back to our suite each evening. Whether returning from an afternoon game drive or a candlelit dinner under the trees, we’d find our tent transformed into a sanctuary of calm.

Vincent, who looked after our room with such care, had drawn the curtains, lowered the mosquito net, turned down the bed, and tucked in heated pillows to warm us from the cool Mara breeze. In the bathroom, a hot bubble bath had already been poured, waiting in the copper tub.

These thoughtful rituals became part of our safari rhythm, making every return to our suite feel like coming home to a private retreat in the treetops.

The wonderful team that took care of us during our two-night stay at Mara Toto.

From Mara Toto Tree Camp, guests have access to both 

. With fewer vehicles and longer drive times, the wildlife encounters are intimate and unhurried. We witnessed cheetahs hunting, lion prides lounging by the river, and massive herds of zebra thundering through the plains. All safari vehicles are fully open, offering uninterrupted views, and every game drive includes drinks, binoculars, and homemade snacks.

This is what our mornings on the savannah could look like.

Four luxury suites with en-suite bathrooms and private verandas

Canvas interiors with a Scandinavian aesthetic

Minibar fridge, coffee/tea station, yoga mats, mosquito nets

Private outdoor fitness area on your deck

Boutique with artisan crafts from local women’s cooperatives

In-room spa treatments available upon request

The outdoor lounge with a firepit at Mara Toto.

, contributing to programs like Conservation Roots, Rhinos Without Borders, and women’s empowerment initiatives. Purchases from the on-site boutique directly support local female artisans.

1-hour flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport + 30-minute drive

Private airstrips available nearby (Weavers airstrip)

One last breakfast at Mara Toto, here together with Penny, the manager, and Felix from the Great Plains Foundation.

All meals and drinks including champagne and premium spirits

Traveling with companies like Great Plains Conservation ensures your safari supports an entire ecosystem - from wildlife protection to education and economic development in local communities. All guides are university-trained and every safari follows a strict ethical code to protect animal habitats.

Budget safaris may cost less, but they rarely contribute to conservation. With Great Plains, your journey becomes a force for good - truly 

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