Karen Blixen Group is a one-stop safari house that owns and manages a collection of unique accommodations and safari experiences, to some of the most historical boutique city places and wild destinations. We are strongly visible and are lead advocates and champions in community and environmental conservation. Karen Blixen Group is the property of Karsten Ree Holdings Denmark and we want travelers all over the globe to experience Kenya in a new light with luxury and a unique experience at the heart of it. We are an expanding chain of some of the finest travel trade and hospitality in East Africa. From the best bars, restaurants, unique game drives, and exquisite spas to breathtaking balloon safaris, we give you the best mix of holiday experiences you’ll ever encounter and we offer a collection of exclusive properties that blend luxury with nature, history, and culture. Each destination embodies the spirit of Africa and reflects the timeless charm of Karen Blixen’s life and legacy, promising visitors an unforgettable experience of comfort, authenticity, and elegance.
What's Happening?
Exciting news is brewing at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden! We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our Souvenir Shop—a place where cherished memories come to life in the form of unique keepsakes and beautiful mementos.
The Out Of Africa Experience is guaranteed to fulfill your dreams with bespoke and carefully curated safari experiences that are bound to awaken your senses in wildlife, culture, and historical encounters like no other. Our modern jeeps are well maintained and loaded with the latest requirements. Our guides can communicate in the world’s main languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, and Russian. We continue to invest in training other languages not mentioned above. While booking, please remember to make a language request (confirmation based on availability)
Experiences
Karen Blixen Camp offers an unforgettable blend of luxury, adventure, and sustainability in the heart of the Maasai Mara. Guests can enjoy thrilling game drives, bush meals in the wild, eco camp walks, and scenic sundowners by the Mara River. Cultural visits to Maasai villages provide rich insights, while wellness treatments offer relaxation. For a unique perspective, optional hot air balloon safaris reveal breathtaking landscapes from above. The camp also supports conservation through the Karen Blixen Camp Trust, ensuring a meaningful and immersive safari experience.
Inspired by the legendary Karen Blixen’s love for fine dining, the culinary experiences at Karen Blixen Camp in Mara North Conservancy and Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages in Nairobi transport guests to an era of elegance, romance, and adventure.
Both destinations embody Karen Blixen’s legacy—where meals are not just about food, but an experience of storytelling, culture, and timeless elegance.
Karen Blixen Dining
Dining at Karen Blixen Camp reflects the sophistication of a bygone era. Meals are served in an open-air restaurant overlooking the Mara River, where hippos and crocodiles bask in the sun. Guests enjoy a farm-to-table menu featuring fresh, organic ingredients sourced from the camp’s own garden and local farms. Whether it’s a lavish bush breakfast under an acacia tree, an intimate candlelit dinner by the river, or a traditional African barbecue under the stars, each meal is a tribute to Karen Blixen’s passion for adventure and exquisite tastes.
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages offers a refined yet relaxed dining experience. The Garden Restaurant invites guests to enjoy European and African-inspired cuisine in a serene outdoor setting, while the Atrium & Babette’s Restaurant provide a more intimate ambiance reminiscent of the colonial era’s grand dining rooms. Signature dishes pay homage to the rich culinary heritage of East Africa, complemented by fine wines and freshly brewed coffee from Kenya’s highlands.
At a Glance
Karen Blixen Camp – Mara North Conservancy
Karen Blixen Camp offers an authentic and sustainable safari experience in the heart of Mara North Conservancy. The camp features luxurious canvas tents overlooking the Mara River, each with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and private verandas offering breathtaking wildlife views. Guests enjoy elegant dining under the open sky, a relaxing swimming pool, and a wellness spa. The camp’s eco-friendly approach ensures a harmonious balance with nature while providing an intimate and comfortable stay.
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages – Nairobi
Located in the serene Karen suburb of Nairobi, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages offers charming, spacious cottages set amidst lush gardens. Each cottage is elegantly furnished with en-suite bathrooms, fireplaces, and modern amenities, providing a tranquil escape from the city. The property features a fine-dining restaurant, a swimming pool, and event spaces ideal for business meetings, weddings, and special occasions. Its close proximity to the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Center, and Nairobi National Park makes it a perfect base for exploring Nairobi’s attractions.
OUR CSR (Karen Blixen Camp Trust)
Karen Blixen Camp Trust is a conservation initiative dedicated to protecting wildlife, supporting local communities, and promoting sustainable tourism in the Masai Mara, Kenya. The trust focuses on habitat preservation, anti-poaching efforts, and environmental education while working closely with Maasai communities to enhance livelihoods through eco-friendly initiatives. Programs include wildlife research, community-based conservation, and responsible tourism practices that ensure long-term sustainability. By staying at Karen Blixen Camp, visitors directly contribute to these conservation and community development efforts, making a positive impact on the region’s natural and cultural heritage.