Elewana Sand River Masai Mara

Possibly the best & only camp I could've ever stayed at! My husband and I booked a safari for our 10th Wedding Anniversary, and our one night Maasai Mara stay was at Elewana Sand River. Absolutely mind blowing experience! Our only regret is that we didn't get a chance to spend more time here. The camp itself was located right next to the Sand River, with multiple animals lounging around the bank, great location. The rooms were right out of a Safari Dream! Clean, spacious, with a colonial interior, and oh, the attention to detail! Everything was meticulously thought out, right down to hot water bottles nestled in the bed in order to provide you with a warm and cosy night. Sublime! Oh and the food! Possibly the best meals I've had on this trip - delicious dinner and a great lunch. The staff was so polite, warm and welcoming. We had the best night's stay here, and would 100% recommend it to everyone else looking for a luxurious and comfortable stay at Maasai Mara. Thank you to the management for making this an unforgettable stay for us!

It was such an amazing experience at the camp and throughout the safari! Lucky to see amazing animals with an excellent guide - Mark who is so knowledgeable, well informed, funny, safety conscious and kind. The team at the lodge were excellent and very welcoming! The food is to die for , the drinks so tasty and the location is great!

This camp was luxurious and beautiful. We stayed 2 nights in October but wish we could've stayed longer. All staff and security were so so friendly and polite. Nothing was too much trouble. There were refreshments on offer throughout the day, including fresh coffee and cake before your game drives. The style of the camp was high end with comfortable spaces to relax, with a stunning pool area with views of the river. A bonfire each night. The food and service were impeccable. Our waiter, Patrick, was very kind and attentive. Nicolene (the manager) also took the time to chat with us each night and has even provided us recommendations for our next trip! The chef prepared lunch for us one day so we could have a picnic in the Masai, this was really high quality. The tents were absolutely gorgeous, with an outside shower and bath that we used. Hot water and bath salts provided. There was even a hot water bottle waiting for me when I got into bed... I have never experienced such attention to detail. The photos of this camp absolutely represent what we experienced. Security escort you back to your tent due to animals roaming the camp at night. This was a little nerve-racking but all part of the experience. Animals are attracted to the river and one morning we were woken up by about 25 elephants eating on the other side of the river - a simply spectacular sight. This camp was a once in a life time experience with animal noises in the night. The location is superb on the river bordering Tanzania. The Masai Mara game drives were the best, we saw most animals including the big 5, leopards and cheetahs! The scenery was green and beautiful, the sun sets behind the camp as you head in from your evening game drive... Just wow. Thank you Elewana camp and staff :) Emma and Callum x

An amazing place to stay in Masai Mara! We had the best guides during our stay with our family. Charles and Kip rocked it with seeing everything on our wish list and more!! We were fortunate enough to see a lion cub and more babies, lots of kills, and the most amazing of all was the 10,000+ crossing of the wildebeests and zebras on their way to the Serengeti! The staff was very accommodating to our needs and the room was wonderful. We saw a baby elephant grazing just across the river from our balcony. The outdoor shower was great during the day but a little bit intimidating in the evenings when we would hear sounds but couldn’t see what was outside. Overall we enjoyed our stay here and especially with our wonderful guides that made this trip so special in so many ways! An unforgettable experience for all!

What can I say about this luxury camp! Our host for 4 days was John, one of the most professionally service oriented and nicest man we have ever met at any safari camp. Elewana has some of the nicest camps in the Mara, no doubt. Service was impeccable! We wanted for nothing during our stay thanks to John. The food was outstanding! Such a much higher level than the average food at camps around the Mara. Our tent was clean, beautiful and remade to the tees every morning. Hot water was almost instant. I think they have water heaters under the decks of each tent. The tub was heavenly to soak in after a long day on safari. The outdoor shower was also very relaxing. Elewana camps are a step up in the price range of Mara camps but well worth the extra money. You get what you pay for. I would not hesitate to recommend Sand River Camp to anyone looking for impeccable taste. We loved our four day stay and can't wait to return some day. Thank you John, thank you Elewana!! Jan & Mark, Denver, CO USA!

This camp is beyond amazing, the completely private luxurious tents, although tent is the wrong description, these are huge, spacious, very large tents’with a sitting area, super king sized comfortable beds, bathroom with stunning large copper tub, an outside shower overlooking the Sand River where elephants stroll by, deer, baboons and other wildlife come to drink. It is fabulous, the three course meals served everyday are superb, but best of all is the warmth and care shown by all the staff members on the campsite, nothing is too much trouble, their big smiles, caring attitude and friendliness is second to none. They truly are the very best. We had a private driver who showed us the most amazing sights of lions, hyenas, elephants, giraffes, buffalo and so much more, many of our excursions we sat overlooking the Masai Mara plains, enjoying coffee and cakes, lunch etc, not another soul in sight. This was an experience beyond our wildest dreams I highly recommend this campsite.