Angama Mara

Perched on the western escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, Angama Mara takes its name from the Kiswahili word angama, meaning “suspended in mid-air”—a fitting tribute to its dramatic location 300 meters above the floor of the Maasai Mara. Opened in 2015 on the very site where scenes from Out of Africa were filmed, the lodge blends cinematic history with unparalleled safari luxury. Angama Mara features 15 elegant tented suites, each with floor-to-ceiling glass fronts offering sweeping views across the Mara Triangle and beyond. Guests enjoy a private entrance to this wildlife-rich section of the Maasai Mara, ensuring exclusive, crowd-free game drives during the famed Great Migration and year-round safari experiences. Beyond traditional safaris, the lodge offers guided bush walks, hot-air balloon rides, photography workshops, and romantic picnics on the iconic hill immortalized in Out of Africa’s movie poster. The property also boasts a shaded infinity pool, curated library, and a photography studio, combining wilderness adventure with contemporary comfort. Repeatedly ranked among Africa’s top luxury lodges—including Condé Nast Traveler’s #1 Lodge in Africa (2018)—Angama Mara has become synonymous with exclusivity, elegance, and immersive safari experiences in one of the world’s most celebrated wildlife destinations.