Basecamp Wilderness canvas guest bedroom with double bed and wide open views
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Basecamp Wilderness

Basecamp Wilderness is a classic canvas camp in Naboisho Conservancy’s Saddle Valley. Guest tents look across open plains, with private seating areas, separate bathroom tents and a communal lounge and dining space. Its camp programme includes shared conservancy drives and guided walks.
Your stay at a glance
From USD 400.00

per person sharing, per night

Full board

Setting
Inside a conservancy

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

Staying at Basecamp Wilderness

Basecamp Wilderness combines canvas bedrooms and open savannah views with a quieter conservancy setting. Standard tents have king or twin beds and separate private bathroom tents; the family option has two bedroom wings and a shared deck. Solar electricity supports the camp, while a communal dining tent and fireplace provide gathering spaces between outings. Shared day and night drives explore Naboisho, and the camp programme also includes guided walking. Compare luxury stays, explore our accommodation guide and plan arrival through the Mara flight guide.

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Basecamp Wilderness guest bathroom with freestanding bathtub and open canvas viewsBasecamp Wilderness canvas lounge and dining area with leather chairsBasecamp Wilderness outdoor campfire seating beside the main canvas area
Space to settle in

Rooms & tent types

Guest tents

King-size or twin beds · Private separate bathroom

Canvas bedrooms with private seating areas; the private bathroom is in a separate bathroom tent with a bio-flush toilet and shower.

Family tent

Two separate bedroom wings · Private en-suite bathroom

Bedrooms have their own bathrooms and verandas, opening onto a shared deck. This unit has a minimum four-person pricing basis.

Guest tents sit along the valley rim, with private outdoor seating and separate bathroom tents. Showers are heated on request. The family tent has separate bedroom wings with bathrooms and a shared deck.

Between game drives

Facilities & comforts

Dining

Available

Communal dining tent and outdoor dining.

Bar

Available

Selected soft drinks and house alcoholic drinks are included in the ordinary camp rate; premium drinks cost extra.

Power / charging

Available

Solar electricity.

Laundry

Available

Selected laundry is included.

Explore your surroundings

Safari & lodge experiences

Game drives

Available

Shared day drives in Naboisho are included.

Night drives

Available

Shared night drives within Naboisho permissions are included.

Guided walks

Available

Guided bush walks are included; adult participation follows the operator’s safety conditions.

Outdoor dining

Available

Bush meals and picnic excursions are included.

Sundowners

Available

Sundowners are included in the camp programme.

Plan the journey

Location & arrival

The setting

In Naboisho Conservancy, within the Greater Maasai Mara ecosystem. The camp is outside the National Reserve; conservancy access and Reserve entry are separate arrangements.

Gate & airstrip access

Return airstrip transfers are included in the ordinary camp programme; flights cost extra. Road access is through the conservancy’s authorised routes.

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Good to know

Families & children

Children of all ages are welcomed. Under-five children sharing with parents or adults have free accommodation under the supplier terms. Family-tent and child tariffs have their own occupancy basis; conservation fees and activities have separate rules. Guided walking is restricted to adults under current operator terms.

Rates & booking

November low-season adult-sharing rate; other seasons have higher rates. Family tent pricing has a minimum four-person basis. Ordinary camp drives are shared; dedicated vehicles cost extra. Comprehensive travel, medical and evacuation insurance are required.

Reasons to choose this stay

  • Naboisho Conservancy setting
  • Private outdoor seating
  • Private bathroom facilities

Consider before booking

  • Reserve visits require separate access arrangements
  • Seasonal prices vary
  • Private vehicles have a separate service basis
Know what the price covers

Lodge rate inclusions

In the base lodge tariff

  • Adult-sharing guest tent accommodation
  • Full-board meals
  • Selected soft drinks, house wine, beer and spirits
  • Shared day and night conservancy drives
  • Guided bush walking safari
  • Bush meals, picnic excursions and sundowners
  • Return airstrip transfers
  • Selected laundry
  • VAT and taxes

Extra to the base lodge tariff

  • Daily Naboisho conservation fees
  • Temporary Flying Doctors evacuation cover
  • National Reserve entry and Reserve visits
  • Exclusive safari vehicle and guide
  • Flights
  • Premium drinks
  • Maasai village visit
  • Late departure and extra lunch
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Gratuities and personal purchases
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