Kicheche Bush Olare

Kichechi Camp was our first stop in Kenya (we were also in Uganda), and what an amazing place and experience. We arrived and were immediately greeted by the amazing staff for an orientation and then a beautiful lunch under the trees. Hotel manager, Didi and his staff were incredible. So welcoming, so warm, so charming, and always with a HUGE smile!||We were incredibly fortunate to have James Nampaso as our game drive guide. He took us on morning and afternoon game drives where we saw so much wildlife: Elephants, leopards, cheetahs, lions, baboons, hyena, hippopotamus, buffalo, birds, you name it we saw it. He shared stories, about living in the conversancy, life in Africa, about the animals, and he introduced us to our first sundowners in Kenya. Sundowners is a wonderful tradition when you’re on the afternoon/evening game drive, where we stop the jeep, have a beverage (of choice), and watch the sunset. James is also an amazing photographer. We learned that a few years earlier, one of the hotel managers nominated James as best tour guide, and he won Best Safari Guide at the Wonderlust Werlust World Guide Awards in 2019. . ||Lodging was outstanding; you’re literally in a tent, but what a 5-star tent it was (had all the amenities). Staff was perfect. Food was amazing. Game drives and quiet time were top notch. Most of our dining was communal, either outside under the trees or in a lovely living room, with other guests. It was a delight talking to folks from all over the world and making wonderful connections.|We would return in a heartbeat! The wildlife was spectacular, and the people along the way, even better!

It was absolutely the most incredible experience!! The Bush Camp was extraordinary!! The values of the camp in terms of sustainability, the game rides, the attention to details, the wonderful food, the kind and friendly people. There is not one single thing that was not at the highest standard. Even the little shop is wonderful with fairtrade products! Special thanks to Didi for joing the group at dinner and explaining the contextual insights of the Mara and its wildlife. Thanks to our masai guide Patrick for his deep knowledge on animal behaviour and for protecting the environment in such concious way. Thank you to Daniel, Kennedy and the wonderful masai people that treated us so kindly at all times. I felt so spoilt! Thank you to the cook, for doing such a 5 star meals! I will forever recommend you. The conversations by the fire, the group dinners and the sundowners, were absolutely memorable. Not to mention those delightful breakfasts with delicious fresh juices, fresh fruit, toasted granola with nuts, creamy yogurt and our choice of scotch eggs or chapatti with eggs or pancankes... Should I go on??? Just AMAZING!!!

Our stay at Kicheche was nothing short of *amazing*! My wife and I celebrated our honeymoon there, having long dreamed of experiencing a safari but never finding the time. We wholeheartedly recommend this camp, especially for those uncertain about embarking on a safari—it’s an unforgettable part of the adventure. Camp Overview The camp is situated in a conservancy adjacent to the national park, home to some of the most luxurious safari brands. Staying in a conservancy offers distinct advantages over visiting the national park alone: - Off-road access: Explore beyond designated paths for a more immersive experience. - Intimate setting: The conservancy is small enough to feel exclusive yet expansive enough to offer fresh discoveries daily. Exceptional Service The staff at Kicheche exceeded expectations, even by Kenyan standards. Their warmth and attentiveness made us feel truly cared for: - Personalized touches: Staff remembered our preferences—like greeting us with a cold Coke at lunch—and tailored their service accordingly. - Managerial excellence: Anita, the camp manager, brought years of experience to her role. Her engaging stories around the fire were highlights, but what stood out most was her genuine interest in hearing about our safari experiences. Culinary Delights The food was another standout feature: - Freshness and variety: Every meal felt thoughtfully prepared, with diverse options that consistently impressed. - Health benefits: Despite the rich offerings, we never experienced any digestive issues—a testament to the quality of ingredients and especially the preparation. Final Thoughts We would eagerly return to Kicheche to relive its magic. The combination of stunning wildlife encounters, impeccable service, and delicious cuisine made this a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our heartfelt thanks go to the dedicated staff and our exceptional guide for creating memories we’ll cherish forever.

We had an exceptional stay at Kicheche Olare - the team takes hospitality to a different level - the warm welcome , unlimited drinks , exotic food freshly prepared by chefs in every meal, the way the tents are cleaned twice a day - absolutely fantastic. The laundry service is exceptional too. The bush breakfasts are also worth mentioning - the detail of the arrangements and the excellent quality. Our guide was James Nampaso who was brilliant too , his experience and knowledge was so impressive. I would love to go back to Kicheche every year.

Fantastic guide. James has vast knowledge, is an award winning photographer so gets you the best angles for photos. He seems to know what the animals (whch were plentiful) were going to do next so we saw both a lion kill and a successful leopard hunt amongst many fantastic sightings. The tent was well furnished with multiple charging points. and daily laundry service. The dining area was nicely set out and the food, top class - nutricious and filling. (Buffet lunch and communal seating in the evening with a 3 course meal and inclusive drinks). The manager, Dido (pronounced Dee-doh) and his team were wonderful - attentive and helpful. No frills just a great safari experience which was exactly as our Travell Agent was asked to provide.

Kicheche Bush Camp in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy provided us with an amazing safari experience. The location is idyllic and so well placed to go on exciting game drives. The hospitality from the entire staff was outstanding…everyone was so cordial and kind. Camp managers DiDi, and Sharon were beyond hospitable made sure we had an unforgettable stay. The tents were large, very well appointed and had every amenity we could want…in room WiFi, hot running water with good shower pressure, very comfortable bed. The complimentary laundry service was great. Our clothes came back super clean and smelling fresh. The game drives were superb. Our guide Benjamin knew the conservancy like the back of his hand and guided us with a skill and knowledge that amazed me every time with his knowledge of animal behavior and the local landscape. The meals were all fantastic…kudos to the wonderful chef. All beverages included with fine wines and top shelf liquors to choose from. I really enjoyed the communal dining as it allowed us to mingle with te pother guests. The post safari bonfires were a nice touch as was the tea and hot cocoa in the morning included with wake up call prior to the early morning game drive. Kicheche Bush Camp can’t be beat either for the quality and standard of the tented camp or the quality of the game drives. I highly recommend Kicheche!

As with our previous visits to the Kicheche camps in Kenya. our recent trip was no exception. Yet again Kicheche deliver in all aspects of hospitality, food, comfort and the full authentic safari experience. The company have done a wonderful job working hand in hand with the local Masaai community to ensure the success of the conservancy concept.|This camp is professionally run by Dido, Millie, Emma and their team. The accommodation we had was excellent, very comfortable with all the amenities you would see in top hotels. Food as we have come to expect from Kicheche was top class, it was nice to see that the pizza ovens are still in use!!.|Our guide Josphat was superb, Some wonderful sightings of all the large cat species. Never ceases to amaze us how the guides manage to see things with the naked eye that we can't even with binoculars!!|I'm not sure what else we could add other than to say that we would not consider looking anywhere else other than Kicheche when returning to Kenya.

We came to this camp with my father and mother in law as part of a family vacation. Our experience here was fabulous. The welcome was great! The tents were awesome with all of the comforts you could need and the close proximity to the animals was amazing. The food prepared here was excellent. All staff were friendly and helpful and out of the 3 camps we visited, all of which were excellent, this one was my favorite; largely because of our guide Dickson. He was friendly, upbeat and always joking and laughing with us. We had the best time with him. He is such an asset to the camp! He was able to instinctively find the animals and we were usually first to get a great photo. The sunset locations were incredible. We will never forget our experiences at this camp!