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Olonana Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary

Maasai Mara, Kenya

Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Lodge
Luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate

Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.

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Fully inclusive

All meals and beverages, Twice-daily activities and 6 more

15 rooms

Suite, Family Suite, Geoffrey Kent Suite · Sleeps up to 32 guests

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

30 min from Kichwa Tembo Airstrip

Wi-Fi in rooms

From about A$1,460

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Olonana Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary

Olonana sits beside the Mara River, where hippos gather below the lodge and glass-fronted suites open onto private terraces. Its 14 suites include three family suites with an adjoining twin bedroom, while the separate Geoffrey Kent Suite adds a heated infinity pool and a private safari team. Game drives explore the Maasai Mara, with community visits and bush walks adding different perspectives. Back at the lodge, there is a swimming pool, a riverside gym and a restaurant overlooking the water. Children of all ages are welcome, making this a practical choice for a multigenerational safari.

“River-facing suites keep wildlife close even between game drives, while adjoining family bedrooms and the private Geoffrey Kent Suite give multigenerational groups room to spread out.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

FamiliesMultigenerational tripsLuxury seekers

Known for

What you can expect to see

Big FiveWildebeestZebraHippoThe migration

Riverbank hippos, year-round Big Five viewing and migration herds passing through the Maasai Mara from July to October.

Your stay

What's included

Special offer: For travel in 2026, stays of four to six nights save 20% in low and mid-season and 10% in peak season; seven nights or more save 25% and 15% respectively. For travel from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2028, four to six nights save 10% to 20% and seven nights or more save 15% to 25%. Nights can be combined across participating properties and need not be consecutive.

Included

  • All meals and beverages
  • Twice-daily activities
  • Game drives
  • Maasai community visit
  • Airstrip transfers
  • Laundry
  • Emergency medical evacuation
  • Private terrace
  • Walking safaris
  • Game drives

Not included

  • Park fees
  • Flights
  • Transfers

Park fees, flights, landing fees, inter-camp road transfers and travel insurance are extra. Transfers between Kichwa Tembo Airstrip and the lodge are included.

Optional extras (at a cost)

  • Gratuities

Hot-air ballooning, night drives, spa treatments and boutique or personal purchases cost extra. Gratuities are discretionary.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Public WiFi

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Mini bar
  • In-room WiFi
  • Safe
  • Tea/coffee station
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms

Where you sleep

Sleeps up to 32 guests

  • Suite11 at the property · Private terrace, En-suite bathroom, Mini bar, In-room WiFi, Safe, Air-conditioning, Bath and rain shower
  • Family Suite3 at the property · Adjoining bedroom with twin beds · Adjoining twin bedroom, Private terrace, En-suite bathroom, In-room WiFi, Air-conditioning, Bath and rain shower
  • Geoffrey Kent Suite1 at the property · One additional connecting bedroom for children · Two en-suite bedrooms, Heated infinity pool, Wraparound private deck, Private lounge and dining area, Private vehicle and safari guide, Private chef

Activities

Things to do

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Kichwa Tembo Airstrip
  2. 30 min transfer
  3. Olonana Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
How you arrive
By air · 30 min from Kichwa Tembo Airstrip
Transfers
The transfer from Kichwa Tembo Airstrip takes 30 minutes. Flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport take one hour; the road journey from Nairobi takes six hours.
Luggage
20 kg per person in soft bags

Good to know

Before you book

Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available
Malaria
Seasonal malaria risk. Ask your doctor about prevention.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Good
  2. February: Good
  3. March: Good
  4. April: Good
  5. May: Good
  6. June: Good
  7. July: Dry season, best game viewing
  8. August: Dry season, best game viewing
  9. September: Dry season, best game viewing
  10. October: Dry season, best game viewing
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Dry season, best game viewing
  • Good
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Good

Wildlife: Green landscapes, birdwatching and strong big-cat viewing.

Green landscapes, birdwatching and strong big-cat viewing.

Feb

Good

Wildlife: Green landscapes, birdwatching and strong big-cat viewing.

Green landscapes, birdwatching and strong big-cat viewing.

Mar

Good

Wildlife: Green landscapes, birdwatching and strong big-cat viewing.

Green landscapes, birdwatching and strong big-cat viewing.

Apr

Good

Wildlife: Increased predator activity and fewer visitors.

Increased predator activity and fewer visitors.

May

Good

Wildlife: Increased predator activity and fewer visitors.

Increased predator activity and fewer visitors.

Jun

Good

Wildlife: Increased predator activity and fewer visitors.

Increased predator activity and fewer visitors.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Aug

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Sep

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Oct

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Migration herds and river crossings, with timing varying each year.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Short rains refresh the grasslands and migratory birds arrive.

Short rains refresh the grasslands and migratory birds arrive.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Short rains refresh the grasslands and migratory birds arrive.

Short rains refresh the grasslands and migratory birds arrive.

How we judge each month
  • Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked October 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.