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Ngare Serian

North Mara, Maasai Mara National Reserve 00509, Kenya
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Denver, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

The second of our 3-stop Kenya safari tour, Ngare Sarian was absolutely fantastic!!! Easy flight in and the safari starts right at the airstrip. We saw hundreds of animals on our way to the camp. We stayed at the furthest tent from the dangling bridge. It literally right in front of the hippos' hangout. It was so fun (and noisy)... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2012

After a 4months stay in Kisumu at lake Victoria, doing some social work, we decided to end our stay in Kenya with a couple of days at Masai Mara. Amongst the many offers for lodges and camps in this region we decided, after looking at the website (www.serian.net) to book 5 days at Ngare Serian Lodge which is located directly... More

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Rancho Santa Fe, CA
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2012

Ok, first I'd like to say that JJ416's review had me concerned prior to going, but you can kind of read between the lines "high maintenance"! I am also a very picky eater but I thought the food was absolutely fabulous. We just did a trip to all the top lodges in New Zealand, and a separate trip to Patagonia,... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 25, 2012

This lodge was pure bliss from the moment we arrived. Once across the river, we were warmly greeted by the staff who were ready to offer any drink of our choice and a place to sit and get comfortable. The camp is clean and simple, and beautifully appointed. The managers, Adrian and Roisin, treated us like family, as did the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 14, 2012

Pros--The location is great--the tour guide Dominic was great--out tent was beautiful and private! The living and dining area over the Mara is gorgeous and the staff are friendly. Cons--They fail to mention the "bridge" you cross to get to your guide is a" hanging" one lane bridge over the Mara River.In other words--with every step you take the bridge... More

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Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 28, 2012

My mom was visiting Kenya for the first time - actually her first time in sub-saharan Africa - wherefore we chose to have our extraordinary one week in that lovely country. The Ngare Serian was recommended by a friend, which was spot on regarding our expectations of luxury camping. My mom is not a camping queen, so such a very... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 5, 2012

My husband and I have visited Africa numerous times and agree that Alex Walker's Serian camps and his Ngare Camp in particular are the best we've visited in any part of east Africa. The service by the local Maasai, the quality of accommodations, the camp locations, are all outstanding. I was particularly impressed at Ngare with the attention to detail... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 28, 2012

My family and I just made our THIRD trip to Serian Camp in Kenya. . . it's a small tent camp where you have to cross the Mara River on a bridge to get to it. Let the magic begin! Very friendly, most accommodating and THE best, healthiest food ever! We love the guides so much, that no matter how... More

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CT
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

Our family of 6 spent 4 wonderful nights at Ngare Serian. It was absolutely spectacular. We had three of the four tents, which are stunningly beautiful. The dining tent is also fabulous. The hosting by Adrian and Rogine was lovely. Our guides, Sam and Bajila, were so great - I almost cried saying goodbye. I found out at the next... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2010

Having never travelled to Africa, we did not know what to expect. From the moment our plane landed, we were taken care of from start to finish. This camp is extremely well organized and we had complete say over when we wanted to eat and when we wanted to go on safari. We had our own private guide and driver... More

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Also Known As:
Ngare Serian Kenya/Maasai Mara National Reserve
Address: North Mara, Maasai Mara National Reserve 00509, Kenya
Region: Kenya > Rift Valley Province > Maasai Mara National Reserve
Hotel Style:
Ranked #54 of 96 Specialty lodging in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Price Range: $$$$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Ngare Serian (meaning peaceful, serene, calm river) adjoining Serian, though on the opposite bank of the Mara River. Boisterous rapids envelop each marquee in its own private cocoon, bathtubs on raised decks, allow you to wallow in total seclusion. Four huge traditional marquees; enormous lavish beds dominate the open fronted hardwood decks. Situated in the deep shade and encircled by hefty pods of laughing Hippo who provide palpable atmosphere. A charming deck exudes expressions of lazy days, the at ease ambience of the mess leaves one in no doubt of the abundant comfort. ... more   less 

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