Areas · Olare Motorogi Conservancy
Olare Motorogi Conservancy
Formed from the merger of two smaller adjoining conservancies, Olare Motorogi carries a strong reputation for predator sightings and sits among the most exclusive, low-density parts of the greater Mara ecosystem.
Overview
A merger built for exclusivity
Olare Motorogi Conservancy was formed by combining two smaller, adjoining conservancies — Olare Orok and Motorogi — into a single, jointly managed conservation area bordering the reserve's northeast. That combined footprint, paired with a particularly low bed-density agreement, is central to how the conservancy operates.
What makes it distinct
Predators and exclusivity
- Known reputation among guides and repeat visitors for high predator sightings, particularly big cats.
- Built on a strict exclusive-use, low-density camp model, keeping the number of vehicles per sighting especially low.
- Generally sits at a higher price tier than many neighbouring conservancies, largely because bed numbers are kept especially low relative to the conservancy's acreage.
- No day visitors — access is restricted to guests staying at one of the conservancy's own camps.
Who it suits
Special-occasion and repeat travellers
- Travellers prioritizing predator sightings who are willing to pay for a lower-density, more exclusive experience.
- Honeymooners and special-occasion travellers wanting privacy alongside strong game viewing.
- Repeat visitors who've already done a reserve-focused trip and want to go deeper into the conservancy model.
How it compares
Olare Motorogi vs other areas
Compared with Naboisho, Olare Motorogi is smaller and generally pricier, trading some camp choice for an even lower density and stronger predator focus. Compared with Mara North, both offer a comparable level of exclusivity, but they sit in different parts of the conservancy belt with different access routes.
Built for predator sightings
The low vehicle-to-sighting ratio here lets guides position closer and stay longer at a kill or a resting pride, which is a large part of why Olare Motorogi's predator reputation holds up trip after trip.
Getting there
Access & transport
Olare Motorogi is typically fly-in friendly given nearby airstrips, and also reachable by road transfer from Nairobi. See our road vs fly-in comparison for how the two options compare on time and cost for a conservancy-based trip.
Where to stay
Accommodation tier
Olare Motorogi has a very small number of camps, almost entirely tented, sitting at luxury-to-premium tier. The tight bed-density model here means fewer beds overall than most other conservancies, which supports both the low vehicle density and the higher price point.
Relevant safaris
Itineraries built around this area
Common questions
Olare Motorogi — FAQ
Is Olare Motorogi part of the Maasai Mara National Reserve?
No. Olare Motorogi sits on the reserve's northeast border, formed by merging two smaller landowner-run conservancies into one jointly managed area with its own rules, separate from the reserve's.
Why is Olare Motorogi pricier than some other conservancies?
Its bed-density agreement keeps the total number of beds especially low relative to its size, which limits supply and typically pushes rates higher than conservancies with more camp choice.
Can I combine Olare Motorogi with the reserve?
Yes — on longer trips, some travellers combine a few nights here with time in the central reserve or Mara Triangle for a mix of density and exclusivity.
Planning an Olare Motorogi safari?
Message your dates and priorities on WhatsApp — availability moves fast in a conservancy this small, so it's worth checking early.