Hammerkop Migration Camp

The three-star Hammerkop Migration Camp is located in the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. An ideal spot to observe the famous Great Migration, the river crossing that sees thousands of wildebeest making their way between Kenya and Tanzania. Hammerkop is aptly named due to this prime location and with no fencing, often sees animals walking through the camp, a herd of elephants surprising guests now and then.

The dining area is neat in design, a netted-arched walled tent comprising beautiful wooden tables and chairs and a cozy lounge boasting large, comfortable white sofas and a small bar area. With only seven luxury tents available to guests, an intimate ambiance is felt throughout the camp, and guests are able to enjoy quiet surroundings at any time of the day.

Location

Hammerkop Migration Camp is located in the northern part of the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, a 15-minute drive from the Musiara Airstrip. A flight from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport will take approximately 45 minutes while driving will be a journey of around five hours.

Rooms / Tents

There are only seven luxury canvas tents to be found at the Hammerkop Migration Camp, each tent comprising a private veranda where guests can sit and relax in between game drives and walks The tents are simple in design with six Large Tents that can be set up as either king or twin rooms with one Large Family Tent including a small sitting area as well as a king or twin-bedded set up. There is an in-room safe and a small desk. Beds are made of strong, dark wood, bedding adding a splash of color to the tent.

Amenities

Dining Mess

Lounge and Bar Tent

WiFi

In-Tent Safe

In-Tent Dining Option

Places Of Interest

Game viewing is the number one activity when staying at Hammerkop Migration Camp, with morning and afternoon activities enjoyed in 4×4 vehicles or on a walking safari with a qualified guide.

One can view the wildlife from above on a Hot Air Balloon ride and marvel at the over 600 bird species in the area. Visiting a local Masai village will give visitors a chance to understand the traditions and rituals of this incredible tribe.

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Hammerkop Migration Camp

Location

Rooms / Tents

Amenities

Dining Mess

Lounge and Bar Tent

WiFi

In-Tent Safe

In-Tent Dining Option

Places Of Interest

Other Safari Lodging Options

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Ashnil Mara

Mara Engai

Kandili Camp

Karen Blixen Camp

The Royal Mara Safari Lodge

Mara Treetops Luxury Camp

Mara Eden Safari Camp

Eagle View Safari Camp Masai Mara

Fig Tree Camp

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

Mara Crossings Camp

Hammerkop Migration Camp

Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp

Naserian Mara Camp – Lemek Conservancy

Mara Engai Lodge

Mara Siria Camp

Tipilikwani Mara Camp

Mara Simba Lodge

Keekorok Lodge

Matira Camp

Loyk Mara Camp

Mara Bush Camp

Mara Intrepids Camp

Governors’ Camp Mara

Mara River Camp

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