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Julia's River Camp

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A riverside property with a small house and a covered outdoor area. - Julia's River Camp (Maasai Mara)
A wooden deck with a folding chair and a small table with a bowl and a plate. - Julia's River Camp (Maasai Mara)
A cozy, well-lit tented area with a sofa, chairs, and a wooden table. A map and a lamp are visible on the wall. - Julia's River Camp (Maasai Mara)
A tent-style room with a bed, a small table, and a chair. - Julia's River Camp (Maasai Mara)
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, covered by a large tent. - Julia's River Camp (Maasai Mara)
Free continental breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Julia's River Camp. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

View all photos for Classic Tent

A tented accommodation room with two beds, each with a white and red bedspread, green pillows, and a small table with a bottle and glasses.

Classic Tent

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

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A tent-style room with a bed, a small table, and a chair.

Superior Tent

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

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A tented accommodation with a bed, a small table, a chair, and a window.

Exclusive Tent

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Maasai Mara, Julia's River Camp is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sekenani Gate and Musiara Gate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Talek Gate and Mara Triangle. Visit our Maasai Mara travel guide
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Masai Mara National Reserve, Maasai Mara

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (OLX-Olkiombo)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

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  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: KES 26000 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 6 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Julia's River Camp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Julia's River Camp?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Julia's River Camp?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Julia's River Camp located?

Situated in a national park, this tentalow is 3 mi (4.7 km) from Talek Gate and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mara Triangle and Mara River. Nashulai Maasai Conservancy is 11 mi (17.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

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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!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Like it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved Julia’s. Dennis, our driver, was exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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4/10 Poor

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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 !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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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.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, very good comfortable accomodation in Tents. Very friendly, helpful and flexible hosts. Good food. We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent

Beautiful peaceful spot, very comfortable tents, great staff, tasty food. Couldn’t fault it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

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Great camp. Location and environment was a must. Meals good be improved a bit, particularly the take away ones.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019