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In the heart of Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve, where golden savannah stretches to the horizon and the Sand River winds through acacia trees, The Ritz-Carlton’s intimate treetop retreat offers a rare invitation to connect deeply with nature and culture. From the moment guests arrive, traditional Maasai rituals greet them, including a symbolic blessing and fresh scent of leleshwa leaves. Days unfold with private guided safaris in open-air luxury Land Cruisers, revealing the drama of wildebeest river crossings and opportunities for observing lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinoceros, elephants, and more than 500 bird species in their natural habitat. Guests may explore the Kenya-Tanzania Border Stone or rise with the sun for hot air balloon flights over the plains, culminating in champagne breakfasts beneath the vast African sky. As dusk falls, the call of a Maasai warrior’s ceremonial horn signals the transition to night, welcoming an evening filled with rich stories and serene moments under a canopy of stars. “Bringing The Ritz-Carlton to the Masai Mara is more than just opening a new property, it is a deeply meaningful moment for us,” said Tina Edmundson, President, Luxury, Marriott International. “This is a place that stirs your soul. Where land, wildlife, and culture create something truly extraordinary. We are offering travellers a chance to slow down, to connect deeply with nature and with themselves, and to experience the kind of hospitality that stays with you long after you leave. It is a new chapter for The RitzCarlton – one where our legendary service and values come to life in one of the world’s most remarkable destinations.” A Serene Treetop Sanctuary Just steps from the Kenya–Tanzania border, the 20 tented suites — including a …

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