Wilderness Camp
C/O Basecamp Explorer Kenya, P.O Box 43369, Maasai Mara National Reserve 00100 Kenya
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#6 of 7 campsites in Naboisho Conservancy
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Wilderness Camp is designed with a combination of the traditional safari style and a fresh modern feel, for the adventurous traveler. A permanent intimate camp with an easy relaxed atmosphere, Wilderness camp offers optimal tranquility that allows you to enjoy a blend of untamed Africa and a truly natural safari experience. Each tent features a private terrace with comfortable seating to enjoy sunrise and sunset on the Savannah while offering the magical ambiance of complete stillness and ultimate seclusion bringing you closer to nature.
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Free breakfast
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Non-smoking hotel
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Outdoor fireplace
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C/O Basecamp Explorer Kenya, P.O Box 43369, Maasai Mara National Reserve 00100 Kenya
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I cannot believe this place isn’t busier - we were so lucky to have it to ourselves for a night and are still pinching ourselves. Yes - it’s not AS fancy as some of the other basecamp camps, but it is definitely not camping by any means. The tent does not feel like a tent and is as well put together as a lux hotel room, the bed is super comfy - it has an ensuite. You have to warn the staff if you need a shower and they will sort the hot water, but that is the only thing that reminds you that you’re in the bush! The setting is unbelievably - the food is great. And there was nothing that could top sitting by the fire at night. Thank you especially to Dorcas and Johnson who made our stay so special - as well as David our tour guide who helped us spot a Leopard on our way to airport! I hope we’re lucky enough to come back. …
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Everything about wilderness camp was far above expectations. Starting with the staff, they were friendly, polite and focused on making our experience perfect. We felt very spoiled. Moving to accommodation, the camp has been recently renovated. Tents are high quality and beds are very comfortable. In general, every item is finely chosen to offer a good -taste luxury experience. Last, the guide made our safari experience very special. We enjoyed private tours of the conservation with a well informed and friendly masai local. He cares about nature and about making guests feel welcomed. Overall, we are very impressed and happy with the wilderness camp experience. Thank you! Alina & Vlad
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Basecamp Explorer Kenya, General Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Vlad, It was a pleasure hosting you at Wilderness Camp. We are glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. Your appreciation about our service and amenities are highly valued as guest satisfaction is our prime objective. Once again, thank you for your choosing to stay at our camp. We would be honored to serve you again. Basecamp Team.
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We were extremely lucky to spend 2 nights at Wilderness without any other guests. The camp is small in any case (8 tents I believe), and our family of 4 had 2, so it felt like a private safari. Lions roared around our tents at night, the Maasai guards armed with spears give us comfort. The walking safari in the morning spectacular. We almost managed to find lions by following their trail in the morning dew. The tents are wonderful. The central tent is straight out of Out of Africa!
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 28 Apr 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to review our camp. We are delighted you had a fantastic time during your walking safari as you tracked the lions early in the morning. We are happy you experienced a pleasant private and intimate stay at Wilderness Camp and we hope you can come back soon. Welcome back! Basecamp Team
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Our four days long safari which started with two days at Basecamp, one at Wilderness and the great finale at Eagel View are descirbed in our review of Basecamp. We are just grateful for what we saw and learnt and the humourus way everybody connected with us.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 19 Feb 2020
Dear Terri, We appreciate having taken your time to review our camp and for your positive comments regarding your stay at Camp. It's our highest priority to keep a high level of satisfaction to all our guests. It was great hosting you and we are looking forward to welcoming you in the near future. Basecamp Team.
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We had a wonderful stay in the wilderness camp. We was taken care of from landing in Nairobi to takeoff from Nairobi. We stayed in the camp for 4 nights. The quality of the tents extended all our expectations. The location of the camp is unique. One day we saw a geopad hunting while we where eating lunch. We felt very close to the animals, but also super safe. The walking safari was also a highlight. The food we got was so good, much better than the food we got in a 5-star hotel-resort in Mombasa. The chefs deserve real boat! Our guide name Bonny was really extraordinary. He was with us every day, and became a good friend. His driving skills and knowledge about the animals made it a experience we will never forget. Thank you! The days where full of activities, and their slogan "come as a guest, leave as a friend" is actually true. Would recommend wilderness camp to everyone!…
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 6 Feb 2020
Dear Lars, Our entire team would like to thank you sincerely for finding time to write such positive remarks about our Wilderness Camp. It gives us immense pleasure to know that our services meet all your expectations. We will definitely recognize our staff for their great effort in making your safari in Kenya more memorable. We are looking forward to welcoming you again. Basecamp Team.
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Visited Masai Mara in january 2020. Lived at Wilderness Camp for four nights. The Wilderness Camp is very nice because of the short distance to the animals. We saw a Chita hunting from our lunchtable! The food was amazing. We came from a five star hotel in Diani Beach and the food at Wilderness Camp was much better. Our guide was Bonny and he was very much the best! You should ask for him as your guide. We had five perfect days with Basecamp Explorer. It blew our high expectations.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 6 Feb 2020
Dear John, Wilderness Camp is our nostalgic tribute to the safari of the early explorers, offering guests ultimate privacy and clear views into the vast savanna, no light pollution, and close to nature and we are glad you had time to enjoy yourself. It gives us immense pleasure to know that our services meet all your expectations. Your appreciation of our service and amenities is highly valued as guest satisfaction is our prime objective. We look forward to welcoming you back for another perfect stay. Basecamp Team.
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Stayed just one night, wish it had been two. This camp is simple but extremely comfortable. Nice furniture in the tent and dining room, full bathroom in tent. The main difference is tents are on the ground and not built on platforms like other camps. It is closer to really fancy camping, which I really liked. This camp feels much more relaxed, and they are not trying so hard to be fancy for the tourists. The guys working in the camp were super friendly and relaxed. The Masai staff felt like they could be more authentically themselves and wanted to just hang out with us by the campfire. Food was outstanding. When we departed, we walked to the next camp, Eagleview, and the walk took about an hour. It was really fun. It’s good to support wilderness camp and Base Camp company because it’s a community project so the jobs and money benefits the local community. They are doing great work. We saw all the wildlife right on the Conservancy, including lions , cheetah, elephants, hippos and much more.…
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 3 Nov 2019
Dear Gary, Thank you for your positive comments and the time you took to share your review with us. We are glad to know that you enjoyed your stay at Wilderness Camp. This camp is our nostalgic tribute to the safari of the early explorers, with ultimate privacy and clear views into the vast savannah, no light pollution, and close to nature. Our focus is to provide an authentic safari experience, with all modern comfort, whilst maintaining a strong focus on sustainable tourism. We will definitely recognize our staff for their great effort in making your safari in Kenya more memorable. We are looking forward to welcoming you again. Basecamp Team.
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Words cannot say what a great experience this was. I wasn't sure about going at first, but I am so grateful my wife talked me into it! I had no expectations at all before the trip and it turned out to be the best vacation I've ever had! People were so friendly and hospitable, you could not ask for more. The animals and landscapes were amazing! This is one bucket list item I would do over and over!
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 22 Oct 2019
Dear Maajosh, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your happy experience at Wilderness Camp. We are delighted to know that you and your wife had a wonderful time and that our team was able to cater to your needs during our stay. We will share your comments with the team to further encourage them to maintain the best services to our guests. We look forward to your next visit, hopefully in the near future. Basecamp Team
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Camphouses in the middle of the wilderness without any fence but very good attended by Masai people. Good kitchen and cuisine - nothing was missing. Most impressive the overwelming friendlyness of all staff - its like your coming home
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Date of stay: September 2019
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 22 Oct 2019
Dear Matthias, Thank you for having chosen Wilderness Camp as your destination. We were very happy to host you as our guest and more so appreciate your positive comments about our camp and services. It is a pleasure to know that our services meet all your expectations. We hope that your future stay will be as satisfying as this one. Thank you and welcome back. Basecamp Team.
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I had the very great pleasure of staying at wilderness camp and loved every second of it. The surroundings were breathtaking and the staff could not have been more friendly. We were made to feel very welcome, in fact the staff could not do enough to help us. The kitchen staff managed to accommodate my complex dietary needs better than any restaurant I've been to in the uk. We had a wonderful safari guide called Jacob who kept us entertained whilst driving us around the beautiful Masai Mara. His knowledge of the area was outstanding and we saw many beautiful animals I cannot reccommend this venue enough.
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Basecamp K, Manager at Wilderness Camp
Responded 4 Sept 2019
Dear Ruth It was a pleasure hosting you at Wilderness Camp. We are glad to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. Your appreciation about our service and amenities are highly valued as guest satisfaction is our prime objective.Once again, thank you for your choosing to stay at our camp. We would be honored to serve you again. Basecamp Team.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wilderness Camp
What are some of the property amenities at Wilderness Camp?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Wilderness Camp?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Does Wilderness Camp have airport transportation?
Yes, Wilderness Camp offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Wilderness Camp accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.