Hunters luxury manor
Hunters luxury manor
Hunter’s Luxury Manor-Amboseli is a luxury eco-safari lodge (often described as a “manor” or tented camp) located in Kimana, near Amboseli National Park in Kenya, close to the Kimana Sanctuary and within view of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days.
It is designed as a high-end safari accommodation combining tented wilderness living with hotel-style comfort.
Location & setting
The property sits in a wildlife-rich corridor near:
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Kimana Sanctuary (elephant migration area)
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Amboseli National Park (about 25–30 km away)
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Scenic views toward Mount Kilimanjaro
Guests commonly experience:
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Open savannah landscapes
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Acacia-dotted surroundings
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Frequent wildlife activity near the sanctuary boundary
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Sunrise and sunset views of Kilimanjaro (weather dependent)
Travel times (approx.):
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~220 km from Nairobi by road
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~30–45 minutes to Amboseli Park gate
Accommodation style
Hunter’s Luxury Manor is built as a tented luxury lodge, not a concrete hotel.
Typical setup:
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Around 20 executive tents
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Room types include double, twin, triple, and family tents
Inside the tents:
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King-size or twin beds
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En-suite bathrooms
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Bathtubs (some with view-oriented layouts)
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Private balconies or verandas
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Seating areas and safari-style décor
Many tents face:
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Mount Kilimanjaro
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Kimana Sanctuary
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Open savannah or riverine areas
Facilities and amenities
Despite being a tented camp, it operates like a full-service luxury lodge:
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Swimming pool
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Pool bar and main bar
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Restaurant offering multi-cuisine dining
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Spa and massage services
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Bonfire/boma evenings
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Wi-Fi in common areas
Room features commonly include:
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Hot showers (often solar-heated)
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Tea and coffee facilities
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Bathrobes and seating areas
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Private outdoor space
Activities offered
Typical guest experiences include:
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Game drives in the Amboseli ecosystem
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Bird watching
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Guided nature walks
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Cultural visits to nearby Maasai communities
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Sundowners and bush dining experiences
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Photography safaris
It is often used as a base for broader safari circuits across southern Kenya.
Guest experience summary
Common positive feedback:
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Strong views of Mount Kilimanjaro
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Friendly and attentive staff
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Spacious and comfortable tents
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Good food quality
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Suitable for families and groups
Common drawbacks:
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Hot water may depend on solar heating
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Distance from main Amboseli gate (about 30–45 minutes)
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Remote location (expected for a safari lodge)
Who it is best for
Hunter’s Luxury Manor is best suited for:
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Luxury safari travelers
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Couples seeking a romantic safari setting
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Families and group safaris
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Wildlife photographers
It is less suited for:
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Travelers seeking urban hotel convenience
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Short, budget-only stays