Kobe Mara Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Kobe Mara respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or contact us.

By using our website or submitting your information, you agree to the practices described in this policy.


1. Who We Are

Kobe Mara
Masai Mara, Kenya
Email: bookings@kobemara.com
Website: https://kobemara.com

Kobe Mara is responsible for the processing of personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.


2. Personal Data We Collect

We only collect personal data that is necessary to respond to enquiries, manage reservations, and provide our services.

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

Via enquiry or contact forms (Forminator):

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (optional)

  • Message or enquiry details

  • Stay or experience preferences (if provided)

Via our booking system (ResRequest):

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Booking details (dates, number of guests, preferences)

  • Country of residence

  • Any additional information you choose to provide as part of your booking

We do not collect or store payment card details on our website. All payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers used by ResRequest.


3. Booking Platform – ResRequest

Our booking and availability system is powered by ResRequest, an external reservation platform embedded on our website.

When you make a booking or enquiry through ResRequest:

  • Your personal data is processed securely by ResRequest

  • ResRequest acts as a data processor on behalf of Kobe Mara

  • Your data is used solely to manage reservations and related communication

ResRequest processes personal data in accordance with its own privacy and security standards.


4. Why We Use Your Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • Responding to enquiries

  • Managing reservations and guest communication

  • Providing customer support

  • Improving our services and guest experience

  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell or rent personal data and do not use your data for third-party marketing purposes.


5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Performance of a contract (handling bookings and reservations)

  • Consent (when you submit a form or enquiry)

  • Legitimate interests (customer communication and service improvement)

  • Legal obligations (where applicable)


6. Website Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your personal data.

Our website uses security and protection tools, including:

  • Spam protection (e.g. Akismet)

  • Website security and monitoring plugins

While we take reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard data, no online transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.


7. Cookies & Embedded Content

Our website uses cookies that are necessary for basic functionality, security, and consent management.

In addition, some pages may contain embedded external content (such as maps, videos, or social media embeds). These third-party services may place cookies or process technical data when loaded.

Cookie management and consent are handled through Complianz, which allows visitors to manage cookie preferences where required by law.

For more information about cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.


8. Data Sharing

We only share personal data with trusted service providers where necessary, including:

  • Booking and reservation systems

  • Email communication tools

  • Website hosting and security providers

These parties process personal data solely on behalf of Kobe Mara and are contractually required to protect it.

We do not share personal data with unrelated third parties unless legally required.


9. International Data Transfers

As an accommodation provider in Kenya serving international guests, personal data may be processed in Kenya and in other countries where our service providers operate.

Where applicable, we take reasonable steps to ensure that personal data is handled securely and in line with applicable data protection standards.


10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Manage bookings and guest records

  • Meet legal or accounting obligations

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.


11. Your Rights

Depending on applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise your rights, please contact: bookings@kobemara.com
We may request verification of identity before processing your request.


12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without parental consent.


13. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.


14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.


15. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal data, please contact:
bookings@kobemara.com