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Melanie M

Elewana Sand River

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed Mar 14, 2021via mobile
What a magical place. The setting along the banks of Sand River is idyllic. The camp, staff and food were all outstanding. Outdoor shower a new experience, we had elephant walking past and baboons playing while showering
Date of stay: March 2021
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Michelle Mathews, Owner at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara, responded to this review
Responded Mar 30, 2021
Dear Melanie

We are so delighted that you found a magical place in the middle of the wilderness, and that this was The Elewana Sand River Masai Mara. Every bit of the camp set-up has a touch of the authentic Africa for our guests to enjoy in the midst of the bush.
The team has read your review and each one is glad you spared time to share your experience, including great sightings from our outside shower and the delicious food.

We are looking forward to your next visit to camp.

Kind regards
The Elewana Sand River Masai Mara Crew
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Reviewed March 7, 2021

We spent 3 nights at Sand River in February and despite the restriction of COVID, we were able to enjoy the full experience and felt very safe throughout our stay! The staff were incredible and everyone took amazing care of us. The accommodation was 1st class, the food was amazing and the Game Drives exceeded our expectations!. Shoutout to the head guide Joel who showed us all the wonders of the Masai Mara. We are already planning our next trip to Sand River and would highly recommend this to anyone looking to experience a true Safari out in the wild!

Thanks for making our Honeymoon special

Room tip: Honeymoon Suite in Little Sand River Camp. Tent 16
Date of stay: February 2021
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Michelle Mathews, Owner at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara, responded to this reviewResponded March 14, 2021

Dear Jake,

Greetings from Elewana Sand River Masai Mara. We are so delighted to read such a great review about your recent stay with us.
We are so humbled that you chose to stay with us amidst these unprecedented times, and that despite the restrictions, you've got some special memories of the Mara.
Joel is so grinning from ear to ear, thanks to your special mention of him and his guiding abilities. Thank you for calling us 'first class'; we all feel so uplifted and the team all promise to spoil you even more upon your return.

Kind regards,

The Elewana Sand River Masai Mara Crew

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Reviewed March 3, 2021

Awesome spacious rooms, nice African touch, modernized as they put it. The meals took longer than I expected but quite delicious, well prepared - the best dinner for us

Generally a nice and quite place

Date of stay: January 2021
Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Michelle Mathews, Owner at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara, responded to this reviewResponded March 14, 2021

Dear Litas,

Thank you so much for spending time to share a review on Tripadvisor. We are glad that you chose to stay with us and discovered a gem in the middle of wilderness. We're delighted that our spacious tents with an African touch though modern, coupled with delicious meals wowed you.
We have noted your feedback that meals generally took longer than your expected and we will definitely look into that. The team awaits to host you again.

Kind regards
The Elewana Sand River Masai Mara Crew

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Reviewed February 24, 2021

We just got home to the US from a belated honeymoon to the Masai Mara. Our first stop was at Sand River and we were blown away from the minute we arrived. The game drives, food, tents are all amazing, but what really stood out to us was the staff. They go above and beyond in every way. Special shout out to our wonderful guide, Joel, Dennis, Moses, Thorburn, Maurice, and the chef Shaban. Really everyone at the camp. We will be counting down the days until we can return! Thank you Sand River!

Date of stay: February 2021
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Michelle Mathews, Owner at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara, responded to this reviewResponded February 26, 2021

Dear Alexandra

Your positive feedback about Sand River Masai Mara is so uplifting and more importantly motivating to all of us. We are honoured that you chose our camp for the your belated honeymoon. We are certainly all looking forward to hosting once more in the near future. I will pass your regards to the whole crew.

Keep well, see you soon.

Moses and the Elewana Sand River Masai Mara Crew

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Reviewed February 21, 2021 via mobile

Picked up from the airport and a great ride to the camp. Luxurious place hence glamping. The washroom had a rug!
Lovely rooms-sorry tents. Thoughtful welcoming gift of sanitizers, mask and water bottles.
Meals were delicious and game rides were guided by expert guide. Highlight was seeing lionesses with Cubs.
Amazing place- would visit again

Date of stay: November 2020
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Michelle Mathews, Owner at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara, responded to this reviewResponded February 26, 2021

The management and staff at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara are delighted to have hosted. We are pleased that you enjoyed our delicious meals and our wonderful game-drives with our knowledgeable guides. We would be thrilled to have you visit us again.

All the best

Moses and the Elewana Sand River Masai Mara Crew

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Reviewed January 27, 2021 via mobile

This is definitely one of the best camps I have been to in the Masaai Mara! From the time we checked in to when we checked out, I really couldn't fault them on anything. The managers, all the staff as were simply outstanding in everything that they do. Accommodation, food and ambience is magical. Such warm and welcoming hospitality and service is rare and truly refreshing. I will definitely come back and keep that high standard across the board going.

Date of stay: December 2020
Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Michelle Mathews, General Manager at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara, responded to this reviewResponded February 18, 2021

Dear Mitul

Thank you so much for taking the time to write about your stay at Elewana Sand River Masai Mara. We are so glad that we could create a memorable experience for you. We pride ourselves on our high standards of service and we are so happy that you recognised this during your stay with us. Each member of the team is truly passionate about their role and this is reflected in the special kind of hospitality that you experienced.

Thank you again for staying with us and we are looking forward to hosting you again soon.

Thorburn and the Elewana Sand River Masai Mara Crew

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