Ishara Mara aerial view of forested camp, riverside suites and shared swimming pool
MAASAI MARA STAYS
Ultra-luxuryTented camp

Ishara Mara

Ishara Mara combines river and family suites, a private Villa Suite and a separately booked Starbed experience inside the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The published Game Package includes exclusive-use Land Cruiser drives, meals, selected drinks and local transfers. River Suite prices differ from whole-family and villa accommodation, with Reserve entry extra.
Your stay at a glance
From USD 1,725.00

per person sharing, per night

Meals and standard lodge inclusions

Setting
Inside the Reserve

Final quote depends on travel dates, room choice and your party.

Staying at Ishara Mara

Ishara’s interleading Family Suite has separate sleeping spaces, while the Villa combines bedrooms with a lounge, dining area and private infinity pool. River Suites have indoor rainfall showers, outdoor showers and bathtubs. The outdoor Starbed is a supplement subject to weather and availability. Exclusive-use drives form part of the Game Package; Reserve entry and flights remain separate, as explained in the safari cost guide. The Mara flight guide covers local transfer connections, and the weather guide describes conditions for outdoor experiences. Maasai guards accompany guests in the early morning, evening and at night, with supervision remaining necessary near water and wildlife.

Photographs

Photo gallery

Space to settle in

Rooms & tent types

River Suite

King or two twin beds · Private en-suite bathroom · Up to 2 guests

Ensuite indoor rainfall shower, outdoor shower and bathtub, private deck, minibar and tea/Nespresso facilities.

Family Suite

King or twins in one tent and two queen beds in the other · Private en-suite bathroom

Two interleading tents; up to four adults or five for a family with children, exceptions may apply. Age and sharing arrangements affect allocation.

Villa Suite

Two River Suite bedrooms around a shared lounge · Private en-suite bathroom · Up to 4 guests

Private dining area, deck, infinity pool and firepit; whole-suite pricing separate from River PPS.

Starbed experience

Separate outdoor sleeping experience · Private en-suite bathroom · Up to 2 guests

Supplement to the booked stay, subject to availability and favourable weather; not counted as a standard room.

River, Family and Villa Suites have different arrangements and prices. The Starbed is a separately booked experience. The hero illustrates the property; body images are illustrative Maasai Mara context, not photographs at the property. Beds and bedding, bathroom access, drinking water and housekeeping are available.

Between game drives

Facilities & comforts

Dining

Available

All meals and in-room dining are included under the Game Package.

Bar

Available

Selected premium wines and spirits are included; champagne and selected Vintage drinks are excluded.

Swimming pool

Available

Heated pool, cold plunge and hot tub are included under the Game Package.

Fitness facilities

Available

Gym, sauna and yoga deck are included under the Game Package.

Massage / treatments

By arrangement

Aya Spa signature treatments have separate charges.

Wi-Fi

Available

Wi-Fi is included under the Game Package.

Laundry

Available

Daily laundry and ironing are included under the Game Package.

Power / charging

Available

Ordinary power is available.

Explore your surroundings

Safari & lodge experiences

Game drives

Available

Exclusive-use panoramic Land Cruiser game drives with an expert guide are included under the Game Package.

Balloon safari

By arrangement

Separate flight; exactweather/passengerconditions andprice.

Outdoor dining

By arrangement

Weather and selected activity conditions apply.

Plan the journey

Location & arrival

The setting

Inside the Maasai Mara National Reserve beside a river in forested camp grounds. Current guest agreement names the Talek River. Raised walkways connect camp spaces. Wildlife can visit; Maasai guards accompany guests early morning, evening and at night. Staff escort rules and parental supervision apply.

Gate & airstrip access

Return Ol Kiombo airstrip or Sekenani Gate transfers are included in the Game Package. Flights and transfers to or from the Reserve itself are extra. The selected flight or gate pickup, road route and baggage conditions are booking-specific.

Choose with confidence

Good to know

Families & children

The current FAQ says the camp is best suited from six, while the linked factfile recommends eight and the published Game Package child rate band starts at eight to under twelve. These describe suitability and pricing, not an automatic right to an allocated bed for every age. Eligibility and allocation for six- or seven-year-olds require specific agreement for all ages before booking. Family Suites use interleading rooms with the stated family capacity. Parents supervise wildlife-area movement and water; after-dark staff escorts apply. Published childminding has its own evening period and is separate from continuous parental responsibility. No free-child allowance is established.

Accessibility

Mobility suitability depends on the allocated room, bathroom, deck, paths, shared spaces and vehicle boarding. A general accessible facility listing does not establish a particular adapted suite allocation.

Rates & booking

Rack terms require thirty-percent deposit and balance eight weeks before arrival. Cancellation: more than ninety-one days, no charge; ninety to forty-six days, twenty percent; forty-five to twenty-one days, fifty percent; within twenty-one days, full charge. The published schedule does not establish a refund rule for any unlisted gap day.

Reasons to choose this stay

  • Exclusive-use game-drive vehicle in Game Package
  • River, family and villa products
  • Heated pool and extensive wellness spaces
  • Canon photography facilities
  • Statutory taxes and Community Fee included
  • Local transfers included

Consider before booking

  • Reserve entry and flights extra
  • Family and villa have whole-suite pricing
  • Starbed weather/availability and supplement
  • Treatments and excursions separate
  • Young-child eligibility requires actual allocation
  • Wildlife escorts and parent supervision essential
Know what the price covers

Lodge rate inclusions

In the base lodge tariff

  • River Suite sharing
  • All meals and selected premium wines/spirits (champagne and selected Vintage drinks excluded)
  • Exclusive-use panoramic Land Cruiser game drives with expert guide
  • Canon cameras/lenses/binoculars and photo studio
  • Sundowners and bush breakfast under conditions
  • Use of gym, heated pool, sauna, cold plunge, hot tub and yoga deck
  • In-room dining, daily laundry and ironing
  • Published evening childminding period
  • Wi-Fi
  • Return Ol Kiombo or Sekenani transfers
  • Emergency medical evacuation
  • Statutory taxes and Community Fee

Extra to the base lodge tariff

  • Reserve entry
  • Flights and transfers to/from Reserve
  • Starbed supplement
  • Aya Spa signature treatments
  • Boutique purchases
  • Guide/driver accommodation
  • Balloon and independent excursions
  • Personal insurance and gratuities
MAKE IT YOUR MARA STAY

Plan your stay

Tell us about your preferred dates, travelling party and room arrangements. We’ll prepare a lodge stay or a private safari quote with the inclusions and compulsory charges clearly set out.

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