Mara Moon Guest Lodge
Top Reasons to Stay at Mara Moon Guest Lodge, Maasai Mara.
Situated only 2 kilometres from the Sekenani Gate, the most used entrance gate to Maasai Mara Reserve, Mara Moon Guest Lodge is run by a team of local Maasai people, and for every night you spend, a fraction of the amount paid goes to the local community.
The lodge is ideally located just 1.8 km from the centre of Sekenani, offering quick access to the Masai Mara National Reserve and the Ololaimuta Gate of Masai Mara, while the Keekorok Airport is conveniently located 12 miles away.
Accommodation at Mara Moon Guest Lodge
Mara Moon Guest Lodge offers a perfect stay in the wild on a safari to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. The lodge offers accommodation in family villages to simple rooms, all surrounded by nature and culture.
The lodge is perfect for those seeking the privacy of a full villa, the charm of a shared house, or a simple cottage to rest your head while on a Kenyan safari. Mara Moon Guest House features 1 house, 2 Bahati rooms and 2 Watoto rooms.
Jua Villa
Jua Village is named after a local Kiswahili word, “Jua”, meaning “Sun”. It is a family house accommodating 2 to 4 persons. The house is complete with an upstairs open-style area that has a king bed and a loft-style queen bed for 2 children and lounge chairs. Downstairs has the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is complete with all the amenities, and an on-site chef will cook you a full-board menu.
Bedroom and bathroom linen and duvets are available for each bed. Outside is a private terrace and a campfire site.
Bahati Apartments
Named from a local Kiswahili word, “Bahati”, meaning “good luck”, this charming house offers two elevated apartments under one roof, each with a private entrance, double-size bed, shower and toilet. The rooms share 1 kitchen, where the onsite chef will prepare a full-board menu for you. There is a roof-covered terrace for dining, a lounge area by the campfire, and beautiful sunset views over the Mara.
Bahati Apartments provide comfort, with bedroom and bathroom linen, duvets, and all kitchen essentials included.
Watoto Rooms
Meaning ‘Children’ in Swahili, Watoto 1 and 2 are simple yet comfortable rooms, each with a double-size bed and private shower/toilet, accommodating up to two guests. The rooms feature a roof-covered terrace for dining and a lounge area by the campfire.
Bedroom and bathroom linen and duvets are included.
Facilities at Mara Moon Guest Lodge
General Facilities
- Pets allowed
- Private parking
- On-site parking
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Free Parking
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
Transport
- Shuttle service
- Airport drop-off
- Airport pickup
- Car hire
- Airport shuttle.
Common Areas
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor fireplace
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities to do during your stay at Mara Moon Guest Lodge
Game Viewing Safaris in Masai Mara National Reserve
Game viewing is the highlight of any safari visit to Maasai Mara, and during your stay at Mra Moon Guest Lodge, you can enjoy a similar experience. Game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve are offered as morning and afternoon safaris, with the morning safari starting at 6 am, just before sunrise, when the animals are at their most active, and the afternoon safari departs at 4 pm for a shorter safari experience.
Animals to look out for on a Kenyan safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve include prides of lions, herds of elephants and buffaloes, wildebeests, gazelles, giraffes, cheetahs and several colourful bird species, among others.
Have a guided bushwalk.
Discover the hidden areas of Maasai Mara National Reserve on a guided bush walk. With Mara Moon Guest Lodge guides and trackers, experience the golden savannahs of Maasai Mara and enjoy close encounters with several wildlife species, including zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes, among others. Also, get to explore areas of the Maasai Mara which cannot be accessed by the safari vehicles.
Visit the local Maasai village.
Delve into the rich traditions of the fascinating Maasai people, one of the few tribes in Africa with cultures and traditions not affected by technology and modernity. On your visit, you will learn about their traditional ceremonies and ancestral knowledge. Mara Moon Guest Lodge is surrounded by local Maasai communities, who share their customs naturally and authentically, offering a rare insight into their life and harmony with nature.
Spend an afternoon experiencing the life of the Maasai people, interacting with the village elders, being entertained by their local dances and drama and taking part in cattle herding and milking, giving a deeper insight into their lifestyle, traditions and customs.
Visit the local market.
Enjoy the starry nights
If you are interested in purchasing some of the beautiful handicrafts by the Maasai people to take home as souvenirs, you can visit the local market where you can witness the vibrant livestock market trade, along with fresh produce, local goods and several artefacts.
Balloon Safari
Soar above the golden plains of Maasai Mara National Reserve for aerial views of the wildlife and stunning views. A balloon safari in the Maasai Mara gives you a unique way of exploring this incredible reserve and its abundant wildlife. As you glide in the sky above the acacia trees and the endless landscape, you will be able to see several wildlife species
How to Get to Mara Moon Guest Lodge
From Nairobi, the capital of Kenya and where most safaris to the Masai Mara National Reserve start from, it is a journey of about 5 hours, depending on the traffic. The route from Nairobi to Narok is 150 kilometres with good tarmac, via the Rift Valley, and from Narok it is a drive of about 86 kms towards Sekanani. There is good signage on this route; also, it is tarmac 15 kms before Sekenani Gate, one of the entry gates to Maasai Mara National Reserve.
To the left at the local petrol station, look for the first “Mara – Moon” signpost. Drive for 2 km on a bush track, following some more Mara–Moon signs, the last of which is the entry to the property on your left. Proceed to drive 300 metres uphill to the houses. The road is in good condition.
