Perched on a ridgetop in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy
A small camp with plenty to boast about. Sat on a ridge, overlooking a natural waterhole where game come to drink, it has some of the best views in the Masai Mara, plus National Geographic named it one of the top 25 eco-lodges in the world.
Location: Saruni Eagle View sits perched high on a ridge overlooking the vast plains of the Mara Naboisho Conservancy - one of Kenya’s most successful community-owned conservancies, bordering the Masai Mara. The camp’s elevated position gives it spectacular panoramic views, especially at sunrise and sunset, and its setting in Naboisho means fewer vehicles and an exclusive safari experience. It’s a peaceful, unspoilt corner of the Mara ecosystem where wildlife sightings are prolific, but crowds are not.
Rooms: There are just nine spacious and stylish tented suites, each raised on wooden decks and designed to maximise the sweeping views. Inside, the tents feel modern and open, with canvas walls, wooden floors, en-suite bathrooms, and private verandas that are ideal for early morning coffees or sundowners with a view. The design is simple but thoughtful, blending comfort with a sense of wilderness - you’ll often spot wildlife right from your deck.
Amenities: Saruni Eagle View keeps things low-impact and intimate, but the camp still offers everything you need for a comfortable stay. There’s a central mess area with a lounge, bar, and dining deck - all open to the views - where meals are served communally or privately depending on your preference. The food is fresh, varied, and made with local ingredients wherever possible. There’s also a small library and a firepit where guests gather in the evenings to swap stories under the stars.
Activities: Being in Naboisho means access to excellent, flexible game viewing – and the camp’s expert Maasai guides offer morning and afternoon drives, as well as guided bush walks for a more immersive experience. Night drives are also possible here, giving you the chance to spot elusive nocturnal species. Visits to nearby villages provide insight into Maasai culture, and for the adventurous, there's the option to sleep out under the stars at the camp’s nearby fly camp - a real highlight for many guests.
Sustainability: Saruni Eagle View is a leader in responsible tourism. As part of the Naboisho Conservancy model, every guest stay directly supports conservation and local communities. The camp itself is solar powered, and built with sustainable materials to have minimal environmental impact. Water use is carefully managed, and waste is responsibly handled. The partnership with local Maasai landowners ensures that wildlife conservation goes hand-in-hand with economic empowerment - a key reason why Naboisho has become a conservation success story in Kenya.

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January
January is a great time for wildlife viewing. The landscapes are lush and green after the 'short rains' and newborn animals can been seen. It is hot, but brief afternoon or evening showers cool things down, without compromising your safari. Over on the coast the sea is clear, making it ideal for diving and snorkelling, and the days are warm and bright.
February
February is an ideal time to visit Kenya, and great for game viewing. The landscapes are green and thriving thanks to the short rains, and newborn animals will be hopping around the plains. There maybe a few afternoon showers which are welcome in the heat, and don't impact on wildlife viewing. Water clarify is excellent at the moment, which is good news for watersports enthusiasts. And if you want to spot a whale shark, now is the time to try.
March
Still a good option for wildlife viewing and diving, although with the 'long rains' just around the corner, expect wetter and hotter weather.
April
April brings the start of the 'long rains' which means game reserves and national parks become muddy and harder to drive around. Over on the coast it's hot and wet, so it isn't the best time of year to travel. Some camps and lodges close during this period.
May
The 'long rains' continue into May, making park tracks difficult to navigate in the mud, and the coast very warm and wet. There will be less accommodation choice at this time as several lodges and camps during this period.
June
June is a beautiful time of year to visit Kenya, with the rains receding to just light showers, and the long dry season not far ahead. The high grasses can sometimes make it more of a challenge to spot game, but the landscapes are lush and some animals may begin arriving early for the migration. At altitude nights can be cool, but elsewhere the temperature is pleasant.
July
July marks the beginning of the great migration into the Masai Mara, and with warm and generally dry weather, this is a great time of year to visit. Days are sunny, skies are blue and there isn't too much dust around, so it's a great time for photography.
August
The migration is now in full swing in the Masai Mara, with lots of river crossing action, so if you want to see those massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, now is the time to come. Game viewing in general is excellent and it's one of the most popular times of year to visit, so some of the main parks do become crowded. Temperatures are warm and dry.
September
Game viewing continues to be excellent, and the weather is generally dry so this is another ideal month to visit Kenya's parks. The bush is less dense and as animals gather around waterholes and rivers it makes wildlife spotting much easier.
October
October is a great time if you want to avoid the crowds and don't mind the temperature slowly starting to rise. There may be a few short showers, but game viewing remains excellent with the end of the migration, and it's a good time to holiday anywhere in Kenya.
November
November heralds the start of the 'short rains' and with hotter temperatures some camps are closed. The Mara however is still open, and despite sometimes stormy skies, game viewing is still good. Fewer crowds and lower prices make this an attractive month to visit. Over on the coast water clarify is good for snorkelling and diving.
December
The 'short rains' are bringing the landscapes back to life, and as the plains start to become green again, wildlife viewing remains good, and it's a great time for birding. Some camps are closed (mainly in the north of Kenya) but many others remain open. The showers tend to fall in the afternoons and don't impact greatly on a safari. Take advantage of reduced visitor numbers and lower prices.
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