Masai Mara , Kenya
Perfectly located near the confluence of the Mara and Talek Rivers, inside the Masai Mara Game Reserve, each of the seven luxurious private safari tents at Rekero offers an en suite bathroom, solar lanterns and a terrace overlooking the water. At your leisure, witness spectacular river crossings and the frenzy of predator activity, from hippos and crocodiles to zebras, wildebeest and big cats. Expertly guided game drives and walks vie with cultural visits to a Masai village to take your breath away. Safari chefs produce delicious 'farmhouse' meals for you, skilfully blending East and West, while picnic breakfasts and sundowners in the bush are equally unforgettable experiences.
Nairobi or Mombasa
8 hours 30 minutes non-stop
GMT +3 hours
Required for UK passport holders
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area
December - March, July - October
Kenya's equatorial location ensures warm weather year round, though it can be cool at night and first thing in the morning. There are two rain seasons, the long rains occur from April to June and short rains from October to December. The rainfall is sometimes heavy and when it does come it often falls in the afternoons and evenings. The hottest period is from February to March and coldest in July to August.