The longer you stay, the more important your accommodation becomes. A masai mara camp that works perfectly for one night may not provide everything you want during a five- or six-night itinerary. Before booking a longer stay, consider sleeping arrangements, bathroom facilities, electricity, meals, relaxation areas and what you can do between game drives.
Location should also be assessed differently for a multi-night safari. A safari camp in Masai Mara close to a reserve entrance can simplify repeated journeys into the park. This can be useful when your itinerary includes morning and evening game drives over several days. A convenient base also gives you a practical place to return to between activities without making every day feel like a transfer-heavy schedule.
For longer stays, having different accommodation options can be useful. Mara Siligi Camp has five Standard Tents for solo travellers and couples and five Family Tents with separate sleeping areas. The tents include private decks, ensuite hot showers and flush toilets, while solar power provides 24-hour electricity. Guests can also use Wi-Fi in the lounge and request Indian meals. Longer stays give you more opportunity to enjoy these facilities between drives, so they should be part of your booking decision. Instead of looking only at the nightly rate, consider whether the accommodation supports the complete length and pace of your safari.
