Rekero Camp Maasai Mara

Experience

Rekero is an intimate, comfortable and relaxed riverside safari camp where you are enfolded by the surrounding African wilderness. Hippos grunt in the pools below, the smell of wild sage drifts through the air and herds of wildebeest often can be seen crossing the Talek River from the main deck. This blissful location means that fantastic game viewing can continue, even when relaxing in camp. The friendly and highly skilled camp crew have worked together for many years; together with our internationally recognised guiding team, they create a truly insightful safari experience every time.

Meals

Our delicious home-cooked meals are usually enjoyed communally. Our chefs prepare all meals in camp, and bake fresh bread, biscuits and muffins daily. Breakfast is a tempting buffet-style spread. Choose from a Continental or a full English breakfast. Light, buffet-style lunches in camp include fresh salads and vegetables with your main course. Alternatively, ask for a picnic breakfast or lunch so you can maximise your time in the bush. Tea and cake at 4pm are a camp tradition. Dinner is a three-course silver service or plated affair.

Wildebeest migration

The earth vibrates with the thundering of millions of hooves as heaving herds of wildebeest, zebra and gazelles fill the plains to chase the rains in the epic annual struggle for survival known as the great migration. It is the greatest show on earth, a natural spectacle like no other and a life-changing experience. With a presence all along the great wildebeest migration route, Asilia will transport you to the best seat in the house. Few lifetime experiences can beat that of watching over a million wildebeest plus hundreds of thousands of gazelles and zebra followed by their predators embark on a 1,000km long circular trek through the unfenced Maasai Mara and Serengeti in search of seasonal pasture and water. This natural spectacle is both thrilling and profoundly moving.

What is the migration

The annual wildebeest migration is a drama in two acts. The arresting dash for freedom as the herds swarm across the Mara and other rivers in the north braving enormous Nile crocodiles, lion, hyena, cheetah and leopard in search of water and new grazing, followed by the remarkable months of calving in the lush grasslands of the south. The great migration can also be split up into two main parts; the Serengeti migration as well as the Maasai Mara migration. It is the largest herd movement of animals on the planet. In fact, with up to 1,000 animals per km², it can be seen from space. The numbers are astonishing: over 1.2 million wildebeest and 300,000 zebra along with topi and other gazelle move in a constant cycle through the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem in search of nutritious grass and water.

Migration journey

Guided by survival instinct, each wildebeest will cover 800 to 1,000km on its individual journey along age-old migration routes. Hungry predators make sure only the strongest survive. It is thought that rainfall over 50km away can trigger the start of the mass movement perhaps through smell or the recognition of thunder and lightening on the horizon. The circuit takes the animals from the Ngongorogoro conservation area in the south of the Serengeti in Tanzania, up through the Serengeti and across into the Maasai Mara, and back again. The journey is beset with danger. Young calves are snatched by predators, the slow are brought down by prides of lion, brave beasts break legs on steep river slopes, crocodiles take their share of the stragglers and the weak and exhausted drown.

Big cats

Few life experiences can beat that of getting up close and personal with Africa’s Big 5 and big cats. Asilia’s outstanding camps are located in some of the best pioneering areas in Kenya and Tanzania. On safari here, coveted sightings of big cats and the big five of Africa are common. In fact, you get so close to these glorious animals you can feel their extraordinary power. Covering some 25,000km², the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem encompasses a wide range of habitats, which is why it is home to Africa’s highest variety and concentration of wildlife, and of course, the big 5. Ruaha hosts an incredible 10% of the world’s lion, while Tarangire is famous for its vast elephant herds. These are the safari destinations of choice for discerning travellers looking for intense big cat and big 5 encounters. Predator and prey interactions are frequent.

Family safaris

Take your family on the greatest adventure imaginable: an Asilia Family Safari in the vast and unspoiled wilderness of east Africa. With a highly skilled, family-oriented guide at your side, you will discover untamed Africa the way few others ever do. Bring your family to explore the real Africa with us. Personal attention, guiding, accommodation and service are focused on creating a superb safari experience for the entire family. The African bush is the finest family playground you can imagine. Get right up close to the big five, hear lion roar, see thrilling natural spectacles and experience the world the way nature intended.

Romantic safaris

Africa is the perfect choice for a romantic holiday of a lifetime. The wild beauty of its vast savannahs, the thrill of close-up encounters with the big five, the old-world charm and romance of traditional safari camps, the castaway beaches all these add up to honeymoon heaven. A holiday in east Africa is intimate and romantic. It cocoons you in a world of beauty, wildlife adventure and beach bliss. The remarkable hospitality and warmth of the people of East Africa ensure you rich memories to share forever. Asilia’s camps offer idyllic settings, elegant simplicity and serious comfort. Even better, our staff expect your every need to ensure you the luxury of relaxing entirely. And you don’t have to be newly wed. An escape for two is just what is needed to celebrate any special occasions or just the joy of being together.