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Fairmont Mara Safari Club

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine
Fitness facility
Exterior
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Riverfront Tent with Twin Beds)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusive
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Masai Mara National Reserve, Maasai Mara
  • Ol Chorro Conservancy
    1 min walk
  • Enonkishu Conservancy
    11 min drive
  • Lemek Conservancy
    23 min drive
  • Maasai Mara (ANA-Angama Mara)
    98 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Riverfront Tent with Twin Beds)

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Riverfront Tent with Twin Beds)

Highlights

Balcony
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 32 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Riverfront Tent with Queen Bed)

Highlights

Balcony
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 31 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • 32 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Maasai Mara

At Fairmont Mara Safari Club you'll be within steps of Ol Chorro Conservancy and Mara River. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, The Dining Room, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and spa services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Maasai Mara hotel include Enonkishu Conservancy and Mara North Conservancy.

What's nearby

  • Enonkishu Conservancy - 11 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Lemek Conservancy - 23 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Olare Orok Conservancy - 78 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 90 min drive - 41.6 km
  • Oloololo Gate - 91 min drive - 45.3 km

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (HKR-Mara North) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fairmont Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Fairmont Mara Safari Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fairmont Mara Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

Riverfront hotel with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges
Some rates at Fairmont Mara Safari Club are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the eco-certified Fairmont Mara Safari Club. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Maasai Mara hotel.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
Fairmont Mara Safari Club offers 51 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Globe – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room
  • The Lounge and Main Bar
  • The Pool Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 10 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Fairmont Mara Safari Club recommends that guests arrange ground transportation from the airport prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 70.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 70.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

Property is also known as

Fairmont Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Club
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel Masai Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Masai Mara
Fairmont Safari Club Mara
Mara Fairmont
Mara Safari Club
Mara Safari Club Fairmont
Safari Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Hotel
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Maasai Mara
Fairmont Mara Safari Club Hotel Maasai Mara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

Fairmont Mara Safari Club offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairmont Mara Safari Club on 23 Nov 2024 start from AU$1,016.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

Yep, Fairmont Mara Safari Club has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Fairmont Mara Safari Club have a pool?

Fairmont Mara Safari Club has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

Fairmont Mara Safari Club features an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and 2 bars. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and 24-hour room service.

What makes Fairmont Mara Safari Club a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Fairmont Mara Safari Club.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

No, Fairmont Mara Safari Club does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fairmont Mara Safari Club?

No, pets are not allowed.

Fairmont Mara Safari Club Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Stay ! Amazing Staff ! Amazing Hotel
The stay was enchanting. Our room overlooked the Mara River, allowing us to watch the hippos bathe daily. The staff was invariably friendly and smiling. Rose, our waiter, was perpetually cheerful. Caleb, in housekeeping, delighted us with charming notes. Moseka, our safari guide, impressed us with his extensive knowledge and knack for finding incredible spots. Nancy, the hotel manager, made it a point to check on us daily, ensuring our satisfaction. In summary, the experience was exceptional, and I am eager to return. My gratitude to Fairmont for their exceptional service!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a great place
A great place. Had a great 4 days here. We drove in--I would recommend a driver or flying in as the road is very difficult. Saw everything possible as far as wildlife. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service, goog game drive experiences
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maina, Miami, FL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s a reason Fairmont is a cut above the rest... just simply the best properties, facilities and most of all service. Service at the Fairmont Mara was the most genuine I’ve ever experienced. The staff cater to your every need and do it with a smile - everything just seems natural, and you can tell they went through the process of ensuring they hired the right personnel. We were met at the airstrip with nice refreshments and small cold towels, followed by a quick 10 min ride to the facility. Check in was relaxed and seamless. The tents were just beautiful - have everything you would need yet you still feel like you are one with nature. The facilities are impeccably maintained. Included in the price are 3 sumptuous meals a day - can’t beat full board! The bar was well stocked and though the premium drinks are a tad pricey, the service makes them well worth it. Tea, coffee, cookies and hot chocolate are complimentary and available 24 hrs/day. The game drives were just awesome! Two game drives a day included in the price, and our driver Jeremiah knew the Mara inside and out - he has been there 21 years and has such a wealth of knowledge! We saw all the animals you could think of - plenty of elephants, lions, giraffe, cheetahs, rhinos, hyenas, warthogs, antelopes, hippos... you name it! Just barely missed catching the big 5 as two leopards disappeared from our view. Overall I was totally impressed with the Fairmont and will certainly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Roy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Charging like a 5 * hotel for a 3 * service!
Charging like a 5 star hotel for a 3 star service! Very very disappointing stay! 1) Hotel feels dead (no atmosphere at all) 2) Charges everything as extras on check out (you end up paying more than a 5 star hotel), (supposedly all inclusive but charges u even for water and soft drinks, park entrance...) 3) Service is bad: whatever you order the reception asks you to come pick it up by yourself! 4) Internet only works at the reception 5) Safari drives: the driver would drop us at the hotel half an hour before drop off scheduled time 6) Asked to borrow a mosquito repellent at dinner and they didn’t even have that (in a safari camp)!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
This is my second time at the hotel and I’m already planning when I can return. The manager is fabulous and went out of his way to resolve everything when our luggage was lost by the airline. Everyone who works there goes above and beyond. John will make sure you have everything you need when you eat and Steve Larry makes delicious food. Hannah is so sweet and helpful in the gift shop. Joshua took great care of our room. Hot water bottles are left in the bed so it’s extra snuggly when you sleep and he wakes you up with coffee, Kenyan tea or hot chocolate. Last but not least, our incredible guide was Jonathan. I brought my husband back to Kenya for our honeymoon because of my first experience with Jonathan as a guide. He is incredible-let him teach you and I promise you’ll leave with Kenya and the Mara strongly placed in your heart.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was fantastic, service impeccable. In the quieter part of the park, so feels really exclusive. Still saw 4 of the big five.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yeuk See Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a brilliant and unforgettable stay at the Fairmont Massai Safari Club. Everything is perfect including the tents, the game drive, the buffets, and of course the wonderful nature around including all the hippos and monkeys directly coming into the Club sometimes. We had a great guide for the game drive called Boston. He’s so passionate and knowledgeable about the safari animals, and he can even anticipate where the leopard, lions and elephants to go next. That really helped us to have take a lot of very close up photos of the animals. The buffets are also the best we have had during our whole stay in Kenya among different resorts/hotels. There’s a lot of variety and the quality is very consistent. We particularly missed the great salads after we left the Club. We stayed for three nights, and we always had some great choices in every single meal. The only downsides are 1) it’s not close to the main migration area of Massai Mara. You need to take a long ride to go there. 2) the reception doesn’t operate 24 hours. When we wanted to check out early on the last day, we needed to wait for 30 minutes before the receptionist started the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food Needs improvement. Also this is the conservatory which is at the end of the national park. You can see the animals what are available but not the migration, which is plentiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend this fabulous lodge
Excellence lodge and fantastic service. Fabulous game drives
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding safari experience! All the staff were helpful and nice. Antoine was an amazing safari guide. Very knowledgeable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is excellent!! The staff is extremely accommodating and welcoming. Truly a blessing to be able to stay in this magical place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have been on 2 prior safaris, this was by far the best. Simply amazing animals, amazing staff and amazing property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mischa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top hotel pick for your Masai Mara Safari
Amazing hotel in the mara! The tent Accomodations were beautiful!!! Wake up to the sound of hippos, enjoy your coffee looking at the river in complete peace. Excellent privacy. Safari was the highlight. Game drivers were so knowledgeable and really made an effort to make sure you see all the animals. Big thanks to Allen and Henry.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deesch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly Recommended
Fantastic place to stay and the drivers are very knowledgeable. Got to see 4 out of the Big 5 in only 2 safari trips. You only need 2 - 3 nights there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and location
Our family had a wonderful time and would return. Their website accurately depicts their accommodations. The location allows you to view hippos and crocs right from the property and all of the tents are facing the river for a nice view. The food was good to very good. The tents are clean and in good repair. The employees are friendly and want to be helpful, for example I unknowingly dropped some money on the floor and our waiter spotted it and quickly returned it to me. Our game driver John went out of his way to make sure that we spotted the big 5 plus so much more. It is a mix between a tented camp and a resort, it has a larger feel to it but that suited our needs perfectly.

10/10 Excellent

Krishan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommmend!
AMAZING stay, great game drives, food is very very good and most of all the service and people are wonderful

10/10 Excellent

Naresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe & snug at Kenya's Fairmont Mara Safari Club
Staff (Geoffrey, John, Munene, Miriem) were welcoming & generous with their hospitality from pick up at the airstrip, till departure. There were food choices to suit all, thanks to Chef Nicholas & Team. Delicious wine selection, especially the Mara Red, and great table service, thanks Stephen, Alex & others. Driver Ashford was very skilled in navigating the varied terrains, making me feel safe at all times. His knowledge of game & birds was welcome. Location is great, altitude of 5300 feet, just south of the Equator, with large well appointed tents high above the Mara River, and we could see hippo and crocodiles from our verandah. Plenty of bottled water in the tent, plus fruit plates, coffee machine, tea, minibar. Sammy the room attendant did a great job looking after our needs, and kept the tent immaculate. And the hot water bottles in both queen beds every evening were Devine. The lounges and dining room, plus verandahs wrapping around the main building are all decorated with the African decor that sits so well in a lodge atmosphere. The gift shop has a huge selection of things, reasonably priced. Security at the Lodge is excellent, all vehicles are scrutinised before entry (thanks Wilson), electric fences discretely in the trees, regular patrols, plus personal electronic safe. All in all, just as you would expect from a Fairmont property in the wilderness, and a wonderful way to experience Kenya. We saw lots of animals. The massing for the Migration is stunning.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money
Great value for money as about half the price of some of the fancier lodges. The rooms are lovely and the food is pretty decent, although the restaurant could do with a little more atmosphere! Some more comfortable furniture on the verandah of the tent would also be nice as the wooden chairs do not lend themselves to sitting for more than five minutes!

10/10 Excellent

Anudeep, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best family vacations of many...
We have taken many family vacations around the world. 3 days spent at Mara Safari Club were one of the best. Pros- 1. Terrific location - Located on the Mara River with Hippos and Crocodiles visible from living quarters 2. Excellent accommodations and service - very friendly and responsive staff, our driver Evans was fantastic 3. Plentiful wildlife up close - we saw the big 5 and all else several times at touching distance 4. Easy access and exit from Nairobi Things to be careful about 1. Not cheap - you pay for what you get 2. Food choices - while the quality was uniformly good, picky eaters would find the fare limited; you are in the middle of a jungle after all 3. Limited connectivity - wifi in the main hotel only, ideal if you want to unplug and disconcerting if you are used to plugging in 24/7 without paying exorbitant roaming charges

10/10 Excellent

ali, Egypt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing

10/10 Excellent

Bj., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Great life experience
Wonderful time! I have no regrets about this trip. An amazing place with beautiful people

8/10 Good

Lara, Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safari Meets Luxury
Great and easy to get to location, every need anticipated. Staff was super attentive. Resort was small enough that we were known, by name, within hours and by all. The schedule was set, everything inclusive, but didn't feel regimented. The resort takes full advantage of the natural surroundings and gives animal encounters with monkeys, hippos, crocs, birds in a safe and up close way. We lacked nothing and the prepared game drives were superb. Our safari was top-notch thanks to the efforts and the planning and the expertise of this hotel. Would not hesitate to send my closest friends and family here.