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Sanctuary Olonana
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About the lodge
An overview of Sanctuary Olonana.
The award-winning Olonana is a boutique tented safari camp on a private stretch of the Mara River in the heart of Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve. The eco-friendly camp prides itself on offering an attentive personalized service and scrumptious cuisine which assure guests of an unforgettable safari experience.
Highlights
- Sanctuary Olonana is an exceptional luxury safari lodge situated on a private stretch of the Mara River.
- Featuring 14 glass-sided suites, Sanctuary Olonana is inspired by the breathtaking natural wonders of the Masai Mara.
- Experience the Great Migration game viewing action, which takes place less than 40 minutes from the camp.
You Should Know
- Children of all ages are welcome at Sanctuary Olonana.
The Detail
Olonana boasts 14 opulent Suites and Family Suites. These feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto a deck offering spectacular views of the Mara River. The suites include a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom with double vanities, a bathtub, and a rain shower. Additional amenities are an overhead fan, a lower lounge area, a minibar, and a daybed on the deck. Three of the suites include an extra bedroom, making them ideal for families.
The Masai Mara National Reserve is world-renowned as the setting of Karen Blixen’s book, “Out of Africa.” The breathtaking, game-filled plains are famous for the awe-inspiring spectacle of the annual Great Migration. While the migration is extraordinary, the Masai Mara teems with wildlife throughout the year, offering incredible sightings of the Big Five.
Camp facilities include a dining area, lounge, spa, laundry service, and a swimming pool.
Activities offered at the lodge include game drives, cultural visits to a Masai village, nature walks, school visits, and hot air balloon safaris.
Sanctuary Olonana Camp is ideal for solo explorers, couples, and families seeking a luxury safari getaway.
Price Includes
- Luxury accommodation
- All meals, game drives
- Nature walks
- Maasai village visits
- Bush meals
- Laundry services
- All beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic, with the exception of Champagne and premium brands)
- Airstrip transfers from Kichwa Tembo Airstrip.
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 31 Oct 2025
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Sanctuary Olonana personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Green season
1 Apr 2026 – 31 May 2026
All-Inclusive - All meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, 2 daily game drives or one full day game drive and a Masai Village Visit, round-trip transfers from the nearest local airstrip
$1,020
Peak / migration
1 Jun 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
All-Inclusive - All meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, 2 daily game drives or one full day game drive and a Masai Village Visit, round-trip transfers from the nearest local airstrip
$2,450
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 – 20 Dec 2026
All-Inclusive - All meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, 2 daily game drives or one full day game drive and a Masai Village Visit, round-trip transfers from the nearest local airstrip
$1,020
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Exclusive offer
Available right now.
Stay & Pay
Stay Longer, Save More at Sanctuary Retreats Experience the ultimate African safari and enjoy up to 30% off when you extend your stay. Whether you choose a single camp or a journey across multiple Sanctuary Retreats lodges, your adventure can be tailored to your dream itinerary. | Travel valid: 1 January – 31 December 2025 | Savings vary by property, season, and length of stay
Honeymoon offer
For couples celebrating a wedding.
Documented from Abercrombie & Kent (Sanctuary Retreats)'s 2026 rate sheet. A formal offer you can claim, not marketing language.
Honeymoon Offer
50% off the stay for one guest (you or your partner)
Honeymooners staying at A&K Sanctuary Olonana Lodge (and other East & Southern Africa camps and lodges) receive 50% off the stay for one guest (you or your partner). The offer is valid for travel from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026, requires a minimum two-night stay, is valid for two guests only, and must be taken within six months of the date of marriage. A marriage certificate is required. The offer can be combined with the Long Stay discount but cannot be combined with any other offers.
- Minimum stay
- 2 nights
- Valid
- 1 January 2026 – 31 December 2026
- Booking
- Valid for travel within six months of date of marriage
- Proof
- Marriage Certificate required
- Combinable
- Can be combined with Long Stay discount; cannot be combined with other offers
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Terms and eligibility may change. Your specialist confirms all offers at the time of booking.
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Sanctuary Olonana: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
Minimum ages
- Stay
- All ages
- Game drives
- 6+
- Walking safari
- All ages
Programmes & care
Kids' programme
Babysitting available
Accommodation
Family unit available.
Child rates
Children 6 and younger free of charge. Ages 7–15 sharing with two adults pay child rate; sharing with one adult, adult rate applies. 16+ pay adult rate. Geoffrey Kent Suite: 6 and younger free; 7–15 child rate (sharing with four adults); 16+ adult rate.
Notable exceptions
- Children of all ages are welcome at Olonana Lodge, but families with children aged 6 and younger must book a private vehicle for game drives (standard shared-drive minimum age is 6). Three Family Suites accommodate up to two children aged 18 or younger in an additional bedroom, plus a sofa bed for a child 12 or younger; standard suites can accommodate one child aged 12 or younger sharing with two adults on a sofa bed. Children aged 15 and younger must share with an adult. Babysitting is available on request (informal child minder, not a registered babysitter) for a nominal fee paid directly; baby cots available. Tailored kids' activities include game drives, nature walks, treasure hunts, bird watching and animal print identification. Note: the Children Stay Free annual offer and Single Supplement Waiver both exclude Olonana Lodge.
Walking safari
Built for walking.
Documented walking safari options at A&K Sanctuary Olonana Lodge. Distinguishes short bush walks from dedicated walking trails and overnight wilderness journeys.
Short walk
Bush Walk at Olonana Lodge
A guided bush walk offered as an optional activity at A&K Sanctuary Olonana Lodge in the Masai Mara, priced per person. This is a structured, bookable add-on to the lodge stay.
Priced per person. rate: $95; /discounted rate: $85. No further details on duration, group size, or guide qualifications stated in the source documents.
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking recommended.
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Cultural
Beyond the game drive.
Community visits, cultural walks, and dining experiences documented at A&K Sanctuary Olonana Lodge.
Village visit
Maasai Village Visit
A visit to a local Maasai village is included as part of the standard game package at Sanctuary Olonana Lodge. Guests may choose this in lieu of a second daily game drive (i. e., twice daily game drives or one full day game drive and a Maasai Village Visit). No age restriction applies.
Included in game package (alternative to second game drive or full-day drive). No age restriction. Available at Olonana Lodge, Masai Mara.
- Cost
- Included in game package; listed as excluded/personal expense under full-board rates ("Masai Village contribution" noted separately in exclusions)
- Availability
- Subject to game package inclusion; Masai Village contribution listed as an out-of-pocket expense under full-board rates
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Imagery
A closer look.
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