Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp (and Little Elephant Pepper Camp) is a small and exclusive camp, in the heart of the Mara North Conservancy. This means it is away from other lodges in the Masai Mara. Therefore, Elephant Pepper Camp is the perfect base from which to escape the crowds and explore the wonders of the Mara.
Opened on the 1st May 2026, Little Elephant Pepper Camp is a more intimate interpretation of Elewana’s much loved Elephant Pepper experience.
Both of the camp’s remote location allows the stars to shine bright at night, undimmed by harsh lighting. Guests enjoy the unique experience of listening to the sounds of lion, leopard, and hyena foraging and hunting. All whilst being cosseted with traditional and modern comforts such as a campfire and cozy duvets.
Upon waking, tea and freshly baked biscuits ease guests into a morning of game drives. Or bush walks across the conservancy in the company of highly experienced local guides and wildlife rangers. Blankets warm the guests on night game drives back to camp after sundowners in the bush. Delicious Northern Italian cuisine, fresh baking, and sensational salads complete the rustic luxury sensation. WiFi internet is available in the main areas.
The spacious (40m2), luxury, en suite safari tents offer either twin or double beds. They have a very classy and elegant feel, combining campaign furniture, with dark wood and intricate brass fittings.
The tents are set underneath a grove of fig and Elephant Pepper Trees and are spaced out to ensure privacy. From your personal verandah or hammock, you can watch wildlife roam on the savanna plains.
Luxury Safari Tent
All tents can fit one extra bed, to accommodate children under the age of 18 years.
Safari Suites (x 2)
Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp’s two Honeymoon / Family Tents are the ideal accommodation for couples that want extra space and privacy.
The spacious suites each comprise an en suite master bedroom and a sitting room, which can be converted into a second bedroom for children under the age of 16 years. The lush bathrooms have double wash basins, flush toilets, and hot water showers.
Located at either end of the camp, the Honeymoon / Family Suites offer spectacular views over the savanna plains from your private veranda.
Lounge of the honeymoon tentFamily tent
Little Elephant Pepper Camp
Overlooking a natural mineral lick fed by a seasonal stream, Little Elephant Pepper Camp is ideally positioned so guests can quietly observe wildlife movement throughout the day, offering a sense of immersion without intrusion.
Little Elephant Pepper Camp features just three spacious safari suites and one generous two bedroom family suite. Ensuring privacy, space, and a deeply personal experience. Interiors draw inspiration from traditional safari craftsmanship. Campaign-style furniture, warm woods, brass detailing, soft linens, and a restrained, earthy palette that sits comfortably within the landscape.
Each suite includes a private plunge pool and generous verandas for outdoor living, while shared spaces remain intentionally understated. A relaxed guest lounge and dining area encourages unhurried moments, complemented by shaded hammocks for quiet reflection between game drives.
A dedicated spa treatment room offers a calm, restorative space for post-safari relaxation, while a small retail area showcasing locally crafted pieces reinforces the camp’s connection to community and craft.
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Masai Mara Family Safari
Maasai with toddler
Families are welcome at Elephant Pepper Camp and there is a children’s menu. Kids are called young explorers here and get the most educational experience while having the best fun. From fiercely contested croquet matches in the lazy afternoons, or roasting marshmallows around the campfire. To walk identifying tracks and droppings. As a memento of their adventure, children can take home their very own cast from the tracks they discovered!
They will also learn about the trees, flowers, grasses, insects, birds and bird calls, and mammals. Warrior training will teach them how to make a fire, make and use a bow & arrow, throw a rungu*, and track wildlife.
*a wooden throwing club or baton
During normal term times, school visits are a highlight too.
Croquet
Child Policy at Elewana Elephant Pepper Camps
Children under 12 years
Free
Children 12 to 17.99 years
Child in own room
75% of the adult single room rate
Two children in own room
75% of the adult sharing rate per child
Three children in own room
75% of the adult triple room rate
Child sharing with 1 adult
50% of the per person adult sharing room rate
Two children sharing with 1 adult
50% of the per person adult sharing rate per child
Child sharing with 2 adults
25% of the per person adult sharing rate
Child policy applies at all the Elewana properties except Kilindi where there are no children allowed.
Why is the game viewing in Mara North Conservancy better than in the Masai Mara Reserve?
Being a private conservancy, the Mara North exists alongside the local farmers and their cattle. Cattle are not allowed into the Masai Mara Reserve. This means the grass is high between November to June, which the wildlife doesn’t enjoy. Therefore, the plains game, followed by their predators tend to avoid the Masai Mara Reserve. Opting for the balanced grazing of the conservancy with its lush short green grass.
From July to October, when the zebra and wildebeest migration flood into the whole Mara Eco-system, the grass in the Reserve is trampled and eaten. Therefore, game viewing is similar within the Reserve and the Conservancy at this time.
Game drive with a variety of wildlife
Activities at Elephant Pepper Camp and Little Elephant Pepper Camp
The Elephant Pepper Camp guides are based in camp, in the Masai Mara. They know their backyard intimately. All the guides are Bronze or Silver level Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association certified. Some of their guides have guided in this area for 20 years! Mara North Conservancy is a privately managed conservancy in the core of the Masai Mara.
Game drives
The Mara North Conservancy is restricted to those vehicles belonging to lodges within this conservancy. Meaning Elephant Pepper guests have this outstanding part of the Masai Mara, almost to themselves. Game driving is outstanding. With a resident pride of lions, cheetahs, and leopards. And of course, the famous zebra and wildebeest migration surrounding the camp between July – October. Being private, yet central to the vast Masai Mara Eco-system, the Elephant Pepper guides have easy access to the reserve, zebra and wildebeest crossings, and outstanding game viewing within the conservancy.
Being in a private conservancy, Elephant Pepper Camp also is able to offer game drives with red light spotlights after dark. This opens up a whole new world to daytime game drives. As this is when you can spot hunting predators, and night active aardvark.
The camp is close to Leopard Gorge, the famous setting for BBC’s Big Cat Diaries. This is the best part of the Masai Mara. A year round game viewing experience like no other!
Game drives are included in the Game Package. Guests will share game drives unless exclusive use of a vehicle has been pre-booked at an extra charge.
Cheetah
All Elewana open game drive vehicles have individual armrests, elevated seats with pockets, and ample legroom. Seats have added padding for superior guest comfort. With a fridge full of cold drinks.
Photographic Safari
The vehicles are suitable for both amateur and professional photographers. Other features specific to photographers include:
Retractable windscreens to afford 360 degree views.
Bean bags in the vehicle to assist photographers to steady their camera.
Extra padded bags, pillowcases, etc can be provided to assist photographers with camera storage.
Guides are familiar with the wildlife movements and can assist the photographer to get the best possible shot by positioning the vehicle in the best place.
Exclusive Use Safari Vehicle
Guests can enjoy an exclusive-use vehicle with experienced driver-guide for the day. Should guests wish to stay out all day, this exclusive-use vehicle includes the option of a picnic hamper.
For keen photographers, seats can be removed to allow for additional space for photographers to move around. The two front seats can be replaced with a mattress for photographers that want low angle shots.
Exclusive Use (per Game Drive Vehicle)
2026 and 2027
1 – 2 people
$540
3 – 4 people
$300
5+ people
Free
Migration River Crossings
The great annual migration is when thousands of zebra and wildebeest head north from the dry Serengeti plains. They are looking for fresh grazing mills around the whole of the fertile Mara Ecosystem. They stay for as long as the grazing lasts. Usually about 4 to 5 months. The Mara River crossings happen during the middle of the day. When the animals are thirsty, they come to the river to drink and are pushed across by the crowds of animals behind them.
We recommend staying out for the whole day with a picnic lunch. The Elephant Pepper Camp guides know all the crossings, including the smaller private areas where you can enjoy a few hours by the river away from the crowds.
One visit to the Masai Mara National Reserve is included (per 3 night stay) while on the game package. Additional visits to Masai Mara National Reserve are at an additional cost.
Guided Bush Walks
Take the time to leave the car behind and enjoy the small things. Animal tracks, flowers, and micro-ecosystems. The guides enjoy sharing their knowledge and can take you on a delightful ramble from camp. A whole new perspective of the Eco-system around you.
Bush Walk
Hot Air Balloon
A hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara is also available at an extra cost. A bucket-list experience.
2026 and 2027 Experiences & Activities (US$ per person)
On Game Package
Scheduled and Shared Game Drives, Twice Daily
Incl
2 hr Guided Walking Safari with Professional Guide
4 hr Guided Walking Safari with Professional Guide
$115
Night Game Drive | Min-2 : Max-6
Incl
Sundowners | Min-2 Guests
Bush Breakfast or Lunch | Min-2 Guests
Balloon Safari (on request)
On request
Airstrip Transfer | Mara North (per vehicle)
Incl
Experiences and activities are subject to availability, and weather conditions.
Sustainability and Conservation information ↓
Mara North Conservancy
Elephant Pepper Camp was fundamental in founding the 283 km2 / 70,000 acres Mara North Conservancy (MNC). This is one of the largest community and private sector managed conservancies in the world. And, one of Kenya’s most successful conservation models.
Community
Mara North Conservancy is an exclusive safari destination in a prime wildlife area. While guaranteeing over 800 Masai landowners stable revenue, transparent financial management, and the preservation of the ancient balance between wildlife and traditional pastoralism.
Elephant Pepper Camp has always worked directly with the community in this area since the late 1980s. Ensuring that the landowners benefit from a fair income from tourism.
With fixed payments coming in, these landowners have opened bank accounts, can plan their expenditures, and even start accumulating savings. This helps them to set up local businesses and invest in the education of the future generation. Elephant Pepper Camp also employs over 80% of its staff from the surrounding communities.
Being able to really make a difference in the lives of children in a rural community can be a life changing experience and an unforgettable memory from your safari in Kenya.
Giving Back
Elephant Pepper Camp and the Land and Life Foundation work closely with Ololomei Primary School. They identify and address the school’s most urgent needs. Very few of the children had any access to textbooks when the support program began. However, thanks to the generosity of a great number of visitors, we were able to donate textbooks and repair and reconstruct some classrooms.
If you would like to bring donations from abroad, visit the Pack for a Purpose website for advice on what is needed. Please do note that when flying within Kenya, the internal flight weight restriction is 15kg and may therefore limit what you can carry with you to the camps and donate to the rural communities in person. We can always, however, donate anything over and above your weight limit on your behalf at a later date.
Sustainability
Elephant Pepper Camp is one of only six camps in Kenya to have been awarded Gold Level Eco Rating by the internationally recognized civil society organization Eco Tourism Kenya. The camp achieves environmental best practices by combining old fashioned safari camp know-how with the latest technology, leaving a minimal footprint. Almost invisible under the Elephant Pepper trees with completely removable tent structures, the camp relies entirely on solar power and uses only LED lighting.
Rubbish is responsibly disposed of or recycled.
When to visit Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp – Wildebeest Migration and Birding Safari
The Masai Mara ecosystem holds one of the highest lion densities in the world. They are in the area all year round. It hosts over 95 species of mammals and 570 recorded species of birds. The best time for a birding safari is between November to March.
Elephant Pepper Camp is an ideal destination, at any time of the year, for those wishing to enjoy exceptional game viewing.
July and August:
Visitors will see thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the rivers into the Masai Mara from the Serengeti. Particularly in July. This also makes it a great time to view birds of prey and big cats such as lions and leopards! This is probably the busiest time in the Masai Mara.
September and October:
With most of the migration now enjoying the fresh grasses of the Masai Mara, it is still a very popular time so can be very busy. The herds have begun to make their way back to the Serengeti.
November – June:
Most of the migration animals have returned to Tanzania. However, many animals remain in the Masai Mara. It is a great time for birding.
Getting To Elephant Pepper Camp
Mara North Airstrip is a 30 minute drive from camp. Musiara airstrip is a 1 hour drive from camp. Both are a 45 min flight from Wilson airport. There are several daily flights departing Nairobi Wilson Airport. There are also daily flights from Shaba / Samburu / Lewa / Nanyuki / Meru / Mombasa /Ukunda (Diani) / Amboseli.
We can also arrange private charters from anywhere.
Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp and Little Elephant Pepper Camp Accommodation Rates
2026 Game Package Rates
Elephant Pepper Camp
Little Elephant Pepper Camp
Mid Season:
1st to 30th June
Per person sharing
$856
$1,310
Single room
$1284
$1,965
Triple room
$1926
$2,948
Safari Suite
$2142
–
Family Unit
–
$5,240
High Season:
1st July to 31st October
Per person sharing
$1126
$1,750
Single room
$1690
$2,625
Triple room
$2534
$3,938
Safari Suite
$2823
–
Family Unit
–
$7,000
Mid Season:
1st November to 19th December
Per person sharing
$856
$1,310
Single room
$1284
$1,965
Triple room
$1926
$2,948
Safari Suite
$2142
–
Family Unit
–
$5,240
High Season:
20th December 2026 to 3rd January 2027
Per person sharing
$1126
$1,750
Single room
$1690
$2,625
Triple room
$2534
$3,938
Safari Suite
$2823
–
Family Unit
–
$7,000
2027 Game Package Rates
Elephant Pepper Camp
Little Elephant Pepper Camp
Mid Season:
4th January to 31st March
Per person sharing
$916
$1,310
Single room
$1,374
$1,965
Triple room
$2,061
$2,948
Safari Suite
$2,249
–
Family Unit
–
$5,240
Green Season:
1st April to 31st May
Per person sharing
$825
$850
Single room
$1,238
$1,275
Triple room
$1,856
$1,913
Safari Suite
$2,207
–
Family Unit
–
$3,400
Mid Season:
1st to 30th June
Per person sharing
$916
$1,310
Single room
$1,374
$1,965
Triple room
$2,061
$2,948
Safari Suite
$2,249
–
Family Unit
–
$5,240
High Season: 1st July – 31st October
Per person sharing
$1,227
$1,750
Single room
$1,841
$2,625
Triple room
$2,761
$3,938
Safari Suite
$2,964
–
Family Unit
–
$7,000
Mid Season:
1st November to 19th December
Per person sharing
$916
$1,310
Single room
$1,374
$1,965
Triple room
$2,061
$2,948
Safari Suite
$2,249
–
Family Unit
–
$5,240
High Season:
20th December 2027 to 3rd January 2028
Per person sharing
$1,227
$1,750
Single room
$1,841
$2,625
Triple room
$2,761
$3,938
Safari Suite
$2,964
–
Family Unit
–
$7,000
The Safari Suite rate is for up to 3 people.
The Family Unit is for up to 4 people.
The first single room in any booking will not incur a single room supplement. Any additional single rooms in the same booking will be charged at the full single room rate. Except when a booking contains more than 3 single rooms. Any additional single rooms beyond the first 3 single rooms will be charged at the double room rate.
This includes:
Accommodation,
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner),
Soft drinks, beer, house wines, and selected spirits, teas, coffees, and refreshments (on the property),
Laundry services,
Scheduled and shared game drives,
Activities including guided walking safari,
Bush sundowners, and breakfasts,
Transfers to and from designated airstrips.
Rates exclude park fees, champagne, private cellar wines, and premium spirits.
Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp Accommodation Special Offers
Please note: check with us as offers change and some are valid for short times etc.
Offers cannot be combined with any other offer / discount and are subject to availability.
They are applicable on accommodation rates only.
Elewana Circuit Discount
Elephant Pepper Camp and Little Elephant Pepper Camp are part of the Elewana Collection. A collection of luxury boutique lodges, camps, and hotels in iconic locations across Kenya and Tanzania. Stay longer at any combination of these properties and get great discounts:
Elewana Circuit discount
1st January to 30th June 2026 and
1st November to 19th December 2026
6+ nights
10%
8+ nights
15%
10+ nights
20%
1st July to 31st October 2026 and
20th December 2026 to 3rd January 2027
Only pay for 3 nights. Your 4th night is on us between 5th January – 31st May 2027 or 1st November to 19th December 2027! That’s a 25% discount!
Valid at all Elewana properties as detailed in above circuit discount offer except Arusha Coffee Lodge and Kilindi Zanzibar.
Pay 4 Stay 5
Unwind a Little Longer: Book 4 consecutive nights at a single property or at a combination of Elewana lodges and enjoy the 5th night complimentary. For travel dates between 5th January – 31st May 2027 or 1st November to 19th December 2027. That’s a 20% discount!
This offer can be redeemed at all Elewana properties, excluding Arusha Coffee Lodge and Kilindi Zanzibar.
10% Discount Offer
Enjoy an exclusive additional 10% discount on Elewana’s rates when you book and travel within 8 weeks up to 31st August 2026.
Tanzania: Serengeti Migration Camp, Serengeti Pioneer Camp, Tarangire Treetops, The Manor at Ngorongoro, Kilindi Zanzibar
Kenya: Sand River Mara, Elephant Pepper and Little Elephant Pepper Camps in the Masai Mara, Elsa’s Kopje in Meru
This offer stands independently and cannot be combined with other special offers or discounts
Terms and conditions apply
Returning Guests
Elewana rewards its returning guests with a 5% discount on accommodation rates on top of any other special offer. Along with 20% off all Spa Treatments (where available).
It can be combined with any other special offer.
Honeymoons
There is nothing more romantic than a safari! Safaris are already an unforgettable, once in a lifetime, and pampered experience. With incredible sunsets, romantic tents with spectacular views, and relaxed al fresco dinners.
So, if it is your honeymoon, then all the tents at Elephant Pepper Camp are romantic with lovely views. However, the camp also has a Honeymoon Suite ideal for that very special romantic safari.
There are often upgrades for honeymooners at Elephant Pepper Camp. Do check with us if we can arrange something extra special.
Weddings
Over the years, Elephant Pepper Camp has hosted many beautiful weddings, blessings, and renewal of vows for guests.
From small simple ceremonies involving merely a glass of champagne at the end of a game drive. To elaborate three day events, with over 15 guests taking over the whole property.
The award-winning Cottar’s Safari Camps are situated in the private conservancy, bordering Maasai Mara in Kenya and Serengeti, Tanzania – rates and offers
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