Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp

Our stay at Elephant Pepper Camp was truly unforgettable. The moment we arrived, we were told, "This is your second home away from home," and we it genuinely felt like it. The camp is truly a hidden gem. Not only was it designed to have a minimal impact on the environment, but it also supporting the local community, which made our stay feel even more meaningful. What really made the experience special was the warm and attentive staff, who treated us like family from the very start. They thought of every little detail, from placing hot water bottles in our beds at night to ensure we stayed cozy, to serving the most delicious, freshly crafted meals. Each dish was a wonderful surprise, perfectly complementing the magical atmosphere of the camp. For the game drives, our guide was incredible, with an almost 6th sense for finding wildlife. Every game drive felt like a new adventure, thanks to his deep knowledge and intuition. We left feeling not only connected to the landscape but also to the wonderful people who make this camp feel like home, and we can't wait to return!

Moses runs an incredibly amazing ship at Elephant Pepper. Alfred, Joshua, Dickson, Joseph, Sami and our guard that escorted us around the camp were nothing but kind, responsive and so knowledgable. The camp itself is breathtaking with the animals in close proximity and every meal we had was nothing short of delicious. Thank you for making our honeymoon and 1st time to Africa so incredibly special. We can’t wait to come back.

The Elephant Pepper Camp was an experience like no other. Being immersed in nature, hearing the sounds of animals and going on safaris everyday was magical. We were very grateful to have Dalton as our guide. He was a calm solid guide filled with such wisdom, and at such a young age! We were also fortunate to have Koisa taking care of all the details of our stay. Rongo, Moses, the chefs Peter and Samual and the entire staff at the Pepper Camp were exceptional.

The place is awesome. Everything about the place is amazing. I really enjoyed the treatment while there. The manager plus the other staff members were very friendly. I also enjoyed the game drive. The most awesome part of it was the Sundowner experience. Francis who was our driver guide really gave us an awesome tour experience. I loved the way the camp suprised us with the Sundowner experience. Elephant Pepper Camp is a home away from home.

After 2 somewhat disappointing nights at another "luxury" camp near the national park, we changed our itinerary to stay our last night in the Masai Mara region at Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp. The entire Elewana team was so helpful in allowing us to make these last minute changes and getting us transferred from our first property within a few hours. As soon as we stepped into the immaculately kept Elewana truck, our stress went away as we knew we would be expertly taken care of by the Elewana team. We had previously stayed at 6 other Elewana properties and the experience is unmatched. While we only had 1 day at Elephant Pepper, the acting manager, Collins, our expert guide, Leperes, and the rest of the team made sure our stay was memorable and full of wonderful surprises. The tent is beautifully appointed and is situated to view the animals roaming past. We thoroughly enjoyed our cocktails (at sunset) and coffee (at sunrise) by the blazing campfire surrounded by the magical Kenyan sky. Our waiter, Delmos, always with a smile, took care of our every need and prepped a special anniversary dinner table for us in the private tent. He also very kindly gave us the best riverside table for the fabulous bush breakfast...complete with zebras and hippos. The food, as with all Elewana properties, is first rate with lots of options. Thank you chef Peter. A key feature to Elephant Pepper is the access to the Mara North Conservancy. The conservancy safari is a very different experience than the park as the conservancy feels like a private game viewing. We felt we saw just as many animals at the conservancy as we did at the park with none of the excessive crowd and vehicle traffic as the park. Our guide, Leperes, was so knowledgeable and gave us an excellent game viewing experience. He also added additional insight to the area being a local Masai landowner. We are truly grateful to the Elewana team for ensuring our Masai Mara experience ended on a high note.

Exceptional 3 night stay at the Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp! Zed is a great manager. The entire staff is 100% committed to providing exceptional service. Shout out to Amos for teaching us some of the Swahili language and culture. The food was excellent. The location is phenomenal, our accommodations were excellent and Renga our safari guide is a pro! We had an awesome and unforgettable experience at the Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp!

This was our third safari camp on our 2024 visit to Kenya. The staff were welcoming and always helpful. Moses (camp manager), Amos (dining waiter), Robert (bush walk guide), Dickson (room attendant) and Leperes (drive guide) worked to make our trip enjoyable. The base tent had the requisite bedding, toilet and shower. The tent was kept clean and stocked during our visit. We’re not sure of the condition of all the camp tents, but ours appeared somewhat weathered in the opening area. This tent condition was not noted in the other two bush tent camps we visited. We particularly appreciated the smaller size of Elephant Pepper Safari Camp - it never felt crowded and seemed more like an intimate setting. We give kudos to the chef and his team. The food was excellent and varied. One suggestion is for guests to be given a pre-drive morning choice of a game drive breakfast or camp breakfast. It seems that a game breakfast is presumed rather than an offered option (possibly a Kenyan safari tradition?). We did request a camp breakfast post-game drive on one morning and this was accommodated. This choice preference may be difficult to support when sharing a drive vehicle and vehicle guests have different preferences. For all-day game viewing, the bush breakfast and lunch were delicious. In respect to animal, bird and tree/plant viewing, Mara North provides many opportunities. The drive guides work hard to seek viewing areas and share their knowledge. This trip, we did a morning bush walk, which allowed us to view plants and animal evidence from a ground-level. If you’re spending a few days in camp, this could be an interesting option and you get to stretch your legs a bit (1.75-2 miles).

From the moment you are greeted at Elephant Pepper camp you are treated as family. Moses, the manager, has a phenomenal staff that creates a wonderful, pampered atmosphere for each guest. The property is serene with a beautiful vista where animals come and graze in front of you! The luxury tents are fantastic and have all amenities needed for your stay. The chefs prepare a diverse menu with excellent cuisine. So appreciated them accommodating a gluten free diet. Our waiter was attentive and kind. The guides are personable and knowledgeable. The bush sundowner and breakfast were amazing. What topped our stay off was a special anniversary dinner, a delightful surprise that was wonderful. The small touches and service was fabulous. Would highly recommend and love to go back.

I really enjoyed my time - and saw so much. I literally saw a giraffe on the porch of the tent and a hyena right next it on our way to dinner. The food was amazing, the staff was great. We were embedded in the ecosystem and safe at the same time. The experience was amazing.