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... week. I don't think I could possible oversell this property. Bar none, one of our most memorable and favorite places we have...
... of sliding glass doors overlooked the entire mara, the full bar in the room, the linens, the smallest details were...
... 15 feet high and this a stunning structure and there is full bar, fridge, showers but here are 2 minor things.. I turned the...
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... October (2020), what is the temperature in your pool at that time? We would like to lounge around by the pool in our downtime, overlooking the plains but also swim a bit in...
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We had the great fortune to stay at Angama Mara for a magical 8 nights last week. I don't think I could possible oversell this property. Bar none, one of our most memorable and favorite places we have ever been.
From the moment we were picked up at the airstrip, we knew we were in for a fun and beautiful adventure. The first words spoken to us by Joseph, manager of the North Camp, was "welcome home". And we immediately felt like we were someplace familiar and comfortable. And then you walk onto the deck and take in the view and then you pinch yourself. And immediately post a photo to Facebook and know that all of your friends and family are drooling with jealousy (haha).
We were fortunate to have been able to stay at both camps during our stay and both were wonderful. We didn't think our views could get any better from our tent 5 in North Camp until we stayed in 4 in South Camp. But really, all the tents have unbelievable views - you can't go wrong. And I say "tent" though it is more of a structure with two canvas walls and ceiling/roof. The accommodations are stunning, spacious and airy. And that wall of windows...unreal. Just lovely. (Please note, they are canvas walls - sound carries. Just sayin')
Each camp has its own guest area and it is the perfect setting for breakfast, lunch, cocktails, dinner or just staring out across the Mara stretched out below. As we were ending our first night's dinner, the sounds of a roaring lion echoed up from the trees far below - common sounds for the staff but for us, we were thrilled.
The food? Absolutely delicious. The planning that went into the menus was perfect. No fuss, no pretension, just good, fresh food. Make sure to get the Best Burger at lunch - it wasn't on the menu our last day and we all almost cried.
Make sure to do the Bush BBQ. Again, the word that comes to mind is magical. I don't want to spoil it by giving away too many details but it was a perfect way to spend our last dinner.
Each tent is assigned a butler that is your go-to person for all your needs. He will be the person that will serve and organize all of your meals and any issues with your room. We had the good luck of having Kenhammen. He has one of the biggest smiles, happiest dispositions and a good sense of humor. He always greeted us with a smile and a handshake - a perfect way to start the day. We adored him.
Our guide was Kenneth and cannot compliment him enough. Knowledgeable and accommodating and just plain nice. We joined friends for this vacation and we can be quite silly, and his sense of humor complimented and added to our fun and laughter. He is truly a delight. The four of us could not have had more fun on our game drives and we owe that to Kenneth.
Speaking of game drives, Angama Mara has created a perfect experience in that as a guest, you get to choose when you want to go out. And for how long. The flexibility is liberating. Make sure to have a box lunch in the middle of nowhere. Or breakfast. Or just cocktails. Whatever you want.
It is expensive, but please do the balloon ride. Getting up at 4:30am is painful but it is all worth it watching the sunrise from the air, looking down at the beautiful topography and the varieties of animals. The landing can be a little rough, but we just laughed and laughed as we skidded through the grass.
The walking safari with John is a must. We learned so much about how the Maasai live off the land. And, oh, maybe you will stumble on some giraffes. Or zebras. Or gazelles.
The amount of wildlife that we saw exceeded our expectations. But I was happy just looking at the beauty of the landscape as we rode.
We did experience some kinks but all was forgiven since Angama has only been open less than 2 months. Growing pains that we were happy to deal with.
Working out in the gym in the open air with that view, well, made it a little less painful (mind the high altitude - we were laboring, for sure). The pool area is inviting and who doesn't want to watch a zebra take a quick sip from the water?
Should you need anything or have any questions, the delightful Tyler and Shannon will happily be there for your every need.
I am sure to be forgetting something and I like how I started this review with "one word" and have gone on and on...
This is a truly special place and hope to return.
We had the great fortune to stay at Angama Mara for a magical 8 nights last week. I don't think I could possible oversell this property. Bar none, one of our most memorable and favorite places we have ever been.
From the moment we were picked up at the airstrip, we knew we were in for a fun and beautiful adventure. The first words spoken to us by Joseph, manager of the North Camp, was "welcome home". And we immediately felt like we were someplace familiar and comfortable. And then you walk onto the deck and take in the view and then you pinch yourself. And immediately post a photo to Facebook and know that all of your friends and family are drooling with jealousy (haha).
We were fortunate to have been able to stay at both camps during our stay and both were wonderful. We didn't think our views could get any better from our tent 5 in North Camp until we stayed in 4 in South Camp. But really, all the tents have unbelievable views - you can't go wrong. And I say "tent" though it is more of a structure with two canvas walls and ceiling/roof. The accommodations are stunning, spacious and airy. And that wall of windows...unreal. Just lovely. (Please note, they are canvas walls - sound carries. Just sayin')
Each camp has its own guest area and it is the perfect setting for breakfast, lunch, cocktails, dinner or just staring out across the Mara stretched out below. As we were ending our first night's dinner, the sounds of a roaring lion echoed up from the trees far below - common sounds for the staff but for us, we were thrilled.
The food? Absolutely delicious. The planning that went into the menus was perfect. No fuss, no pretension, just good, fresh food. Make sure to get the Best Burger at lunch - it wasn't on the menu our last day and we all almost cried.
Make sure to do the Bush BBQ. Again, the word that comes to mind is magical. I don't want to spoil it by giving away too many details but it was a perfect way to spend our last dinner.
Each tent is assigned a butler that is your go-to person for all your needs. He will be the person that will serve and organize all of your meals and any issues with your room. We had the good luck of having Kenhammen. He has one of the biggest smiles, happiest dispositions and a good sense of humor. He always greeted us with a smile and a handshake - a perfect way to start the day. We adored him.
Our guide was Kenneth and cannot compliment him enough. Knowledgeable and accommodating and just plain nice. We joined friends for this vacation and we can be quite silly, and his sense of humor complimented and added to our fun and laughter. He is truly a delight. The four of us could not have had more fun on our game drives and we owe that to Kenneth.
Speaking of game drives, Angama Mara has created a perfect experience in that as a guest, you get to choose when you want to go out. And for how long. The flexibility is liberating. Make sure to have a box lunch in the middle of nowhere. Or breakfast. Or just cocktails. Whatever you want.
It is expensive, but please do the balloon ride. Getting up at 4:30am is painful but it is all worth it watching the sunrise from the air, looking down at the beautiful topography and the varieties of animals. The landing can be a little rough, but we just laughed and laughed as we skidded through the grass.
The walking safari with John is a must. We learned so much about how the Maasai live off the land. And, oh, maybe you will stumble on some giraffes. Or zebras. Or gazelles.
The amount of wildlife that we saw exceeded our expectations. But I was happy just looking at the beauty of the landscape as we rode.
We did experience some kinks but all was forgiven since Angama has only been open less than 2 months. Growing pains that we were happy to deal with.
Working out in the gym in the open air with that view, well, made it a little less painful (mind the high altitude - we were laboring, for sure). The pool area is inviting and who doesn't want to watch a zebra take a quick sip from the water?
Should you need anything or have any questions, the delightful Tyler and Shannon will happily be there for your every need.
I am sure to be forgetting something and I like how I started this review with "one word" and have gone on and on...
This is a truly special place and hope to return.
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Response from NickyFitzKenya, Owner at Angama Mara
Responded 06 Oct 2015
Thank you on two counts: firstly for having the faith in booking our lodge long before it opened and secondly for this lovely review. It was our first and as such will always be treasured by the whole team at Angama Mara. There were shouts of joy from every corner of the property when we shared the good news. And please rest assured that we are working on all those kinks!
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What a wonderful stay this was! We were welcomed by the complete staff upon our arrival and when we saw our tent we were blown away. A wall of sliding glass doors overlooked the entire mara, the full bar in the room, the linens, the smallest details were mind-blowing. We made appointments to get massages after our game drive on our porch, which was so heavenly, we ended up getting one after every game drive until the time we left! The food, and the nightly events were spectacular to say the least. Would def. recommend anyone thats looking into going to MARA, it truly is a slice of heaven on earth.
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Response from NickyFitzKenya, Owner at Angama Mara
Responded 25 Jan 2018
Dear Prita On behalf of the Angama Mara family please may I extend our heartfelt thanks to you not only for coming to stay with us but for taking the time to write this lovely review. Seline, our masseuse, was very happy to hear how much you enjoyed your in-tent massages. Please come back soon Warmest thanks Nicky
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We just arrived from Finch Hatton Tent Kenya Tsavo National Park, and I initially was disappointed- no real sitting rooms, no real comfy spaces or any spa and 2 camps, with a very minimal pool that didn’t even have real shade BUT then I learned and had the most amazing safaris, best cuisine, extraordinary hospitality and Maasai Mara park is vast, huge and sighting animals doesn’t require patience as they are everywhere!! This is where the wildebeest great migration and many many lions and giraffes .. I think the big 6.. I did not see the leopard but it was Magestic and the guides were excellent!! We really enjoyed the nature walk learning about the multi use of the plants for medicine. Two very fun and smart guides took us for this a walk/hike and one held a rifle, which was so interesting and made me feel extra safe and protected. However I never once felt threaded by the animals. I wanted to hug them and play with them.. naïveté me!!
The views from our “tent” the ceilings are over 15 feet high and this a stunning structure and there is full bar, fridge, showers but here are 2 minor things.. I turned the gorgeous tub on for a deep warm soak and sand and tiny bits came out. I tried twice as I always clean the tub at a hotel. The manager said they just needed to flush it and repump which he offered to do immediately but frankly I didn’t want them in my tent or listening to water pump and flush.. it just wasn’t that important I was resting after a wonderful long Safari day. The sundowner was fun! Fun to meet other guest especially since there are almost no Americans!!
The views from our “tent” the ceilings are over 15 feet high and this a stunning structure and there is full bar, fridge, showers but here are 2 minor things.. I turned the gorgeous tub on for a deep warm soak and sand and tiny bits came out. I tried twice as I always clean the tub at a hotel. The manager said they just needed to flush it and repump which he offered to do immediately but frankly I didn’t want them in my tent or listening to water pump and flush.. it just wasn’t that important I was resting after a wonderful long Safari day. The sundowner was fun! Fun to meet other guest especially since there are almost no Americans!!
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Room Tip: Do the breakfast Safari and do everything!
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Response from Steve Mitchell, Owner at Angama Mara
Responded 22 Nov 2023
Dear Donna, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your stay, and my apologies for the trouble with your bath water - from time to time the filters do give us trouble given our rural location. And while I'm glad to hear you did enjoy meeting other guests, we do welcome many Americans with our arms wide open. Thank you too for your personal comments on the architecture and design, noting that most of our guests quite like the privacy of massages on the decks of their tented suites. With best regards from the whole Angama team. Steve
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Our plane landed on a run way surrounded by zebras and giraffes, and we immediately knew we were in for a great time. We were picked up at the airport by our amazing guide (and new best friend) Robert. As we pulled into the hotel, Robert stated "Welcome Home". We were met by the full staff who came out to greet us to say the same thing. Over the next three days, the entire staff (especially Robert, Bonface, and Joseph) did everything they could to make the hotel feel like home for us.
Any review of the camp has to start with the view, which is basically a Lion King animation come to life. We are a family of experienced world travelers, and the view walking in literally took our breath away every time we walked back into the restaurant/lounge area. Our rooms were perfect- great views, fantastic amenities, great bed. It was fully stocked with drinks and snacks (all free of charge. One of my favorite parts of Angama was that they do not nickel and dime you over things. Want a drink? Grab a drink. It's an open bar!). You get the same butler for all your meals (ours was Bonface, who we loved!), which means he gets to know your preferences and by day 2 he would have drinks waiting for us when we returned!
The safaris themselves are ridiculous. By the end of the second afternoon we were laughing at how spoiled we were- Oh, there's a herd of elephants? Only slow down if there's a really cute baby one. Robert is an exceptionally talented guide- he knows where to locate animals, how to be patient, and how to be aggressive to get you into the best position for pictures. Thanks to his expertise, we got to see a leopard eating a wildebeest, two cheetahs lounging in the sun, and a FULL pride of lions (three males and about 10 females) after a rainstorm. We saw hippos, hyenas, giraffes, elephants, cape buffalo, warthogs- the list goes on and on. Robert knew all of them, as well as tons of facts about them. He knew every bird we went by (our father is an avid birdwatcher, so that was very important to him) and could identify them from a distance. He has an unmatched eye- he spotted the tip of a lions tail from 100 yards away, slowed down to wait, and we ended up seeing three lion cubs and their mother when most drivers would have gone right on by.
The staff is fantastic about making experiences happen- we took a hot air balloon ride over the plains, we had multiple picnic breakfasts in the African sunshine, we watched the sun rise from the perfect spot, we treated ourselves to luxurious massages on the patio of our tent, they arranged for a running partner for my sisters for two morning runs. They arranged a tour of the local Masaii village for our sisters to experience local customs. Anything we needed, we got, no questions asked. It is a luxury hotel with luxury service, parked in the middle of the most stunning natural beauty you can imagine. I have nothing negative at all to say about our time at Angama, and can only hope we get to go back in the future. Among the many, many, many lasting memories we have, we will always remember the last view we got as our plane took off. Our guide, Robert, standing on the runway waiting to wave to us as the plane departed, making sure we knew it was a place where we could feel at home.
Any review of the camp has to start with the view, which is basically a Lion King animation come to life. We are a family of experienced world travelers, and the view walking in literally took our breath away every time we walked back into the restaurant/lounge area. Our rooms were perfect- great views, fantastic amenities, great bed. It was fully stocked with drinks and snacks (all free of charge. One of my favorite parts of Angama was that they do not nickel and dime you over things. Want a drink? Grab a drink. It's an open bar!). You get the same butler for all your meals (ours was Bonface, who we loved!), which means he gets to know your preferences and by day 2 he would have drinks waiting for us when we returned!
The safaris themselves are ridiculous. By the end of the second afternoon we were laughing at how spoiled we were- Oh, there's a herd of elephants? Only slow down if there's a really cute baby one. Robert is an exceptionally talented guide- he knows where to locate animals, how to be patient, and how to be aggressive to get you into the best position for pictures. Thanks to his expertise, we got to see a leopard eating a wildebeest, two cheetahs lounging in the sun, and a FULL pride of lions (three males and about 10 females) after a rainstorm. We saw hippos, hyenas, giraffes, elephants, cape buffalo, warthogs- the list goes on and on. Robert knew all of them, as well as tons of facts about them. He knew every bird we went by (our father is an avid birdwatcher, so that was very important to him) and could identify them from a distance. He has an unmatched eye- he spotted the tip of a lions tail from 100 yards away, slowed down to wait, and we ended up seeing three lion cubs and their mother when most drivers would have gone right on by.
The staff is fantastic about making experiences happen- we took a hot air balloon ride over the plains, we had multiple picnic breakfasts in the African sunshine, we watched the sun rise from the perfect spot, we treated ourselves to luxurious massages on the patio of our tent, they arranged for a running partner for my sisters for two morning runs. They arranged a tour of the local Masaii village for our sisters to experience local customs. Anything we needed, we got, no questions asked. It is a luxury hotel with luxury service, parked in the middle of the most stunning natural beauty you can imagine. I have nothing negative at all to say about our time at Angama, and can only hope we get to go back in the future. Among the many, many, many lasting memories we have, we will always remember the last view we got as our plane took off. Our guide, Robert, standing on the runway waiting to wave to us as the plane departed, making sure we knew it was a place where we could feel at home.
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Response from NickyFitzKenya, Owner at Angama Mara
Responded 17 Aug 2019
From the moment I read the title of your wonderful review on our lodge I was beaming from ear to ear. And that beam did not falter until your last sentence 'making sure we knew it was a place where we could feel at home'. From the team at the lodge and most especially Robert (who is also beaming from ear to ear and i am sure you remember what a beautiful smile he has) thank you so much for writing this amazing review. We are tickled pink - and that is putting it mildly. Bonface and Joseph are also delighted to have been mentioned. And what incredible game viewing you experienced - the Mara is a tough game reserve to beat and happily that high quality goes on for 12 months of the year. And thank you too for mentioning we don't nickel and dime our guests - we do take great pride in that. We all look forward to welcoming you back to the lovely Mara one day soon. Heartfelt thanks from us all Nicky
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The view from the hotel is fabulous. its a 10min journey before we start seeing the wild animals. The hospitality of the hotel is superb, the staffs are good, theres an open bar, fantastic food and high level security especially at nights to protect you from the animals.
There are no TV's, peace and tranquillity is all youre getting. The weather drops to 10 at night and...it takes a night or two to get used to all the noise you'll hear at night. I mean.. you are in the middle of africa... the hunters come out at night to prey.
There are no TV's, peace and tranquillity is all youre getting. The weather drops to 10 at night and...it takes a night or two to get used to all the noise you'll hear at night. I mean.. you are in the middle of africa... the hunters come out at night to prey.
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Response from NickyFitzKenya, Owner at Angama Mara
Responded 24 Nov 2015
The Angama Mara family is delighted that you and your family enjoyed your safari experience and your stay with us. Thank you for coming and thank you too for these kind words of praise. The night sounds do take a little getting used to, but I am sure you agree it is all part of the African theatre. I hope these wonderful memories stay with you all for many years to come and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Questions & answers about the bar or lounge
Answer from NickyFitzKenya
Nov 2019 |
Hello from Angama
We are delighted you will be visiting us next October and thank you so much for getting in touch.
You will definitely be able to lounge by the pool between safaris and as for the water - it may just be a dip in and out depending on the weather and how hardy you are? I was there in October and saw guests swimming ... but I wasn't brave enough to try the water. There is a hot shower at the pool so if you need instant thawing it is right there :)
Warm regards
Nicky
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