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About this place
Sala's Camp first welcomed guests in 2004 and was the camp that started The Safari Collection. It sits on the quiet, tree lined banks of the Sand River in the southern Masai Mara, close to the Tanzanian border and looking straight into the Serengeti, which puts it in the front row when the herds cross into Kenya between July and October.
Seven tents sleep a maximum of eighteen guests: five double tents, the Keekorok Family Tent and the Forest Family Tent. All of them have private plunge pools, wooden decks, glass fronted views over the plains, en-suite bathrooms with separate bathtubs, hot showers and flushing loos. Electricity is solar powered with a standby generator. The camp was refurbished in 2016 and extended in 2018, but it keeps the under-canvas feel of the mobile camp the founders first pitched here.
Rates are fully inclusive of all meals and drinks including house wines, beers and spirits, game drives, bush meals and sundowners, transfers from Keekorok Airstrip, laundry, nature walks, bush volleyball and children's activities. Champagne, luxury spirits, balloon rides, massages, road transfers and the daily park and conservation fees are excluded.
Wildlife is plentiful year round and guests often complete a game drive without meeting another vehicle. The Sala's lion pride resides in the area and is regularly heard at night. Minimum stay two nights.
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Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with The Safari Collection once you send your dates.
Double or Twin · 3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Keekorok Tent 1 and Forest Tents 4, 5, 6 and 7. Five double tents dotted along the riverbank with views over the plains and across to the Tanzanian hills. Private plunge pool, wooden deck, en-suite bathroom with separate bathtub, hot shower and flushing loo, glass fronted for the view. Double or twin beds, and an extra bed fits for a child aged 3 to 11. Guests in these tents share a game-drive vehicle with other guests; exclusive use of a vehicle can be booked in advance at extra cost. Priced per person sharing, fully inclusive. Minimum 2 nights.
Double and twin · 6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms
Tent 2a/2b: two inter-connecting rooms, the largest space at Sala's Camp, with wilderness views, a large wooden deck with sunken seating and a private plunge pool. Built for a family or a group of friends travelling together. Guests in the family tents have exclusive use of a game-drive vehicle. The published room rate covers up to 2 adults and 2 children sharing; 4 adults sharing and extra beds are priced separately. Minimum 2 nights.
Double and twin · 6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathroom
Tent 3: a spacious open-plan tent nestled amongst the trees, with double and twin beds separated by a small seating area and a dividing screen, sunken seating and a plunge pool overlooking the river. Because of the lack of privacy between the two sleeping areas this tent should be booked by families rather than two couples. Guests in the family tents have exclusive use of a game-drive vehicle. Minimum 2 nights.
Nature
What lives at Sala's Camp
4 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
Location
Sala's Camp, Sand River, southern Masai Mara National Reserve, Narok County, Kenya
Important information
Check-in and check-outIn 12:00 · Out 10:00
Check-in Time
12:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes75% refund 121+ days
Refund schedule
- 75% refundcancel 121+ days before check-in
- No refundcancel 46+ days before check-in
Please note that some accommodations may have their own specific cancellation policies that differ from our standard policy. These will be clearly indicated on the accommodation's page or during the booking process.
For any questions regarding cancellations or to request a cancellation, please contact our customer support team.
Deposit Required20% deposit
20% Deposit Required
Deposit Due at Booking
The 20% deposit is required when you make your booking
Balance (80%)
due 45 days before check-in
Host Deposit Terms
Provisional bookings are held for a maximum of ten calendar days, extendable once by another ten days if approved in writing. A booking is confirmed only on receipt of a completed booking voucher and a 20% deposit of the total reservation amount. Full and final payment is due no later than 45 days before arrival, or immediately on booking if made within 45 days. Park and conservation fees are payable in addition and are not included in the rate.
Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Before you book
Payment terms
A 20% deposit is required at booking, with the balance due 45 days before check-in.
Cancellation Policy
- 75% refundcancel 121+ days before check-in
- No refundcancel 46+ days before check-in
Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.
Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.
House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in from 12:00 • Check-out by 10:00
Liability
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sala's Camp located?
Sala's Camp is in Narok County, Kenya. The map on this page shows the area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sala's Camp?
Check-in is from 12:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the camp directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
How many guests can Sala's Camp accommodate?
Tent with Pool (5 of them) sleeps 3 each, Keekorok Family Tent with Pool sleeps 6 and Forest Family Tent with Pool sleeps 6.
How do I book Sala's Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with The Safari Collection, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom.
Enquire about a stay
Request availability. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with The Safari Collection.
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