Anirban Chowdhury’s viral X thread highlights his luxurious 5-night stay at JW Marriott Masai Mara, Kenya. He praised its location, food, and service, with rates around Rs 5.5 lakh per night.
An Indian man recently shared his experience of staying at Kenya’s one of the most exclusive and expensive resorts – JW Marriott Masai Mara. Anirban Chowdhury and his wife spent 5 nights at the luxurious resort. Chowdhury’s thread on X about his stay at JW Marriott has gone viral.
Anirban Chowdhury Masai Mara JW Marriott Masai Mara provides a premier luxury safari experience with 22 tented suites, all offering breathtaking views of the tranquil Talek River. Located within the Masai Mara National Reserve, the lodge is a short 30-40 minute drive from Keekorok Airstrip and 20 km from Sekenani Gate. It’s an ideal spot for year-round wildlife viewing.
Guests can enjoy a private, luxurious retreat with spectacular scenery and a truly exclusive atmosphere. JW Marriott Masai Mara offers the ultimate luxury safari experience with 22 tented suites, each overlooking the serene Talek River 🏞️. Nestled in the Masai Mara National Reserve, the lodge is just a 30-40 minute drive from Keekorok Airstrip and 20 km from the Sekenani Gate.
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— Anirban chowdhury (@VoyageBliss) September 15, 2024 At JW Marriott Masai Mara, the welcome begins at Keekorok Airstrip, where a guide greets you with snacks before a 30-40 minute ride in a custom safari Land Rover. Along the way, you might spot wildlife like zebras and lions! Upon arrival, Masai Warriors greet you with a traditional dance, followed by a walk across the ‘dancing bridge’ to the Fig Tree Lounge for a rosemary hibiscus drink. After a warm reception, you’ll be escorted to your tent by foot with a Masai warrior or via golf cart.
Anirban Chowdhury JW Marriott Let’s dive into the tents and all the amazing inclusions at JW Marriott Masai Mara! 🏕️ Each luxurious tent is a massive 1,220 sq. ft., featuring a whirlpool bath, a patio deck for stargazing, and breathtaking views of the Talek River.
🌌 Inside, you’ll find a huge bed, a cozy...
pic.twitter.com/10dIP7nCfz — Anirban chowdhury (@VoyageBliss) September 15, 2024 The tents at JW Marriott Masai Mara offer 1,220 sq.
ft. of luxury, featuring a whirlpool bath, a patio with Talek River views, and both indoor and outdoor rain showers. Guests enjoy a daily restocked minibar (excluding premium liquors) and complimentary access to a Canon R-6 camera for wildlife photography.
For professional photos, an in-house expert is available for editing or guided photography, starting at $300 for half a day or $500 for a full day. Despite its remote location in the Savannah, JW Marriott Masai Mara offers an impressive range of amenities. With only 22 tents, the lodge provides golf carts, a heated pool, a gym, the JW Garden for fresh produce, and the JW Hippo Pool for wildlife viewing.
There is also a a game room with activities like chess and bead-making. The lodge boasts 11 customized Range Rovers and 22 expert guides for daily game drives. Additional activities include horse riding ($450), hot air balloon rides over the Mara ($505), and Masai village tours ($40).
Chowdhury said that though the hot air balloon experience is highly recommended but was unavailable during his stay. Let’s talk food! 🍽️ Sarabi Restaurant, located next to the Fig Tree Lounge, is where you’ll enjoy every meal. Since the property is all-inclusive, whether you dine at the restaurant, out on a bush meal, or at a sundowner, it’s all part of the package.
The menu typically features...
pic.twitter.com/o4loMsTcUE — Anirban chowdhury (@VoyageBliss) September 15, 2024 All meals are included and served at Sarabi Restaurant.
The menu features global cuisines, including Italian and Mexican. There’s an Indian chef who also prepares authentic Indian dishes. Meals can be packed for game drives at no extra cost, while room service incurs a $30 fee.
“What makes JW Marriott Masai Mara truly stand out, though, is the level of service. Every single person—whether it’s the Masai warriors, the chefs, servers, or guides—goes above and beyond to make you feel pampered and at home. They treat you like family, ensuring every need is met, no matter how small!” Chowdhury said.
So, we booked JW Marriott Masai Mara using 106,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night for two, and let me tell you, I’d even pay 200k points for this experience! 🤯 It’s all-inclusive, so unless you opt for paid activities, your out-of-pocket cost will be pretty much zero. The..
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com/HHk0vioTUO — Anirban chowdhury (@VoyageBliss) September 15, 2024 He gave 10 points each for location, food and beverage, room and amenities. He rated the resort’s services 11/10. Chowdhury noted that the cost per night for two people is Rs 5.
5 lakh. He availed Marriott’s 5th night free program using his award bookings. He shared how he earned Marriott Bonvoy points through regular spends.
“I’m not a multimillionaire. I’m a salaried employee, and I pay my taxes (auto-deducted!),” he added. Chowdhury further said that he travels a lot for work which helps him earn more points.
He said that one doesn’t need to splurge to cross things off their bucket list; they just need to be smart. Click for more latest Viral news. Also get top headlines and latest news from India and around the world at News9.
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