Angama — Swahili for "suspended in mid-air" — is exactly that. Perched on the rim of Africa's Great Rift Valley, this lodge sits above one of the world's most extraordinary wildlife landscapes with views that stop conversation mid-sentence. Below, the Maasai Mara stretches to the horizon. Above, the sky is enormous. And somehow, in the middle of all of it, the feeling is one of profound quiet.
Nicky Fitzgerald spent decades developing and operating some of Africa's finest safari lodges before she and her husband drew on everything they had ever learned to build Angama Mara — saving their best for last. The result is a property founded on the unwavering belief in genuine guest delight, and on a deep commitment to the communities that surround it. The Angama Foundation funds education, healthcare, and conservation projects in neighboring communities — supported by every guest who stays. You are not just arriving somewhere beautiful. You are arriving somewhere that means something.
The Maasai women of this region are not a cultural backdrop — they are artisans, guides, and keepers of traditions that predate the lodge itself. Every experience woven into this retreat brings you into genuine connection with the women of the Mara, on their terms.
Arrival & welcome
Welcome to your safari adventure
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Welcome to the Mara! We will meet you at the Kichwa Tembo airstrip and whisk you away in our private vehicle for a 30-minute scenic drive to the lodge, enjoying your first game drive along the way.
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Your Camp Host will provide a brief orientation and safety overview to ensure your stay is comfortable and seamless.
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We invite you to join us for a delicious lunch served on the deck, offering breathtaking views of the reserve.
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Afterward, we will escort you to your tent to settle in and unpack. Take a moment to relax on your deck and gaze at the Mara spread out below you.
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Your first afternoon game drive. We will take the lodge's private road directly into the Mara Triangle for an unforgettable introduction to the local wildlife.
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Return to the lodge for cocktails and snacks at the BOMA. Here, Maasai maidens and warriors will share their rich traditions through song and performance.
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Dinner is hosted in the guest area
Day Two: Flavors of the Mara
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Group breakfast
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On Safar
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At midday, we invite you to our Shamba (kitchen garden) for a private garden-to-fork lunch. We will wander through the garden together, picking fresh ingredients for the most vibrant salads imaginable, paired with local cheeses and chilled rosé wine.
The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. Try relaxing by the pool, visiting the beading studio, or perhaps indulging in an in-room massage on your private deck.
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First speaker session with Nicky Fitzgerald.
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Dinner will be a signature Forest BBQ, a truly unique Angama Mara experience.
Day Three: Wilderness Exploration
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Today, you will be on a full-day double-picnic safari toward the Tanzanian border. Both breakfast and lunch will be provided in a secluded, beautiful location deep within the reserve.
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Spend leisure time until dinner
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In the main guest area.
Day Four: Local Traditions
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Walking safari led by a Maasai naturalist.
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Final morning safari.
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Gather for "Out of Africa" saddle drinks and a group photoshoot to capture the memories of your stay.
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Private themed dinner in the Map Room
Departure
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Farewell breakfast
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Private escort you back to the airfield for your flight.
This retreat is for you if…
You are a female founder or entrepreneur.
You believe that women supporting women is not a slogan. It is the way you actually move through the world.
You want to travel somewhere that matters — where the experiences go deeper than the destination — into the lives of the women who shape it.
You understand that investing in yourself is not a luxury — it is the strategy.
What this is not:
A conference, mastermind, or workshop with a better view.
A large group where you are one of many.
A retreat where you are expected to pitch or perform.
A wellness trip in the traditional sense. What you'll find here goes further — restoration through experience, community, and the quiet power of giving back.
A girls' trip that happens to be in a beautiful location.
The details:
Location: Angama Mara, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Dates: January 2027 — exact dates confirmed upon application
Duration: 5 days · 4 nights
Cohort size: 14 women
Flights: not included — guidance provided upon application
This cohort is limited to 14 guests and curated for values alignment. If this retreat feels like yours, I’d love to hear from you.