点评:Our experience with Freeman’s Safari in the Masai Mara, was a memorable one, and we found ourselves agreeing with many of the points already made by other TripAdvisor reviewers. This is a unique operation that offers a very distinct kind of trip.
Freeman’s is solely managed by the 80-year-old Brian Freeman. Despite his age, he handles the operation and has gathered a great team of local Masai staff who facilitate the accommodation and drive the safari vehicles. The Masai drivers and staff are excellent, working hard to ensure guests get as close to the animals as possible.
That focus on the wildlife is central to the experience here. Brian’s firm view is that a safari is less about luxury accommodation and more about getting out onto the plains and experiencing the animals firsthand. If you share that philosophy, you will appreciate the setup. The accommodation is a notch above basic but adequate, and while the catering offers no choice, the food was consistently good and well-prepared.
It is worth noting that the general maintenance of both the vehicles and the accommodation does reflect the advancing years of this Mara Legend and owner. Brian believes that any shortcomings should be viewed in the traditional safari spirit of "make do and mend." While it requires a bit of patience and a flexible mindset from guests, it does give the camp a rustic, old-fashioned expedition feel.
For logistical planning, keep in mind that the booking process is a bit old-school as well. Freeman’s only accepts payment via bank transfer to Brian's private African US dollar or sterling accounts.
If you are looking for five-star luxury, this might not be the right fit. But if you want an authentic, no-frills safari with a great local team in the heart of the Mara, Freeman’s delivers a solid experience.
翻译:我们在马赛马拉的弗里曼野生动物园 (Freeman’s Safari) 的体验令人难忘,我们发现自己非常认同其他 TripAdvisor 评论者提出的许多观点。这是一家独具特色的旅行社,提供与众不同的旅行体验。
弗里曼野生动物园由 80 岁高龄的布莱恩·弗里曼 (Brian Freeman) 一人管理。尽管年事已高,他仍然亲自掌管一切,并组建了一支优秀的当地马赛族团队,负责安排住宿和驾驶野生动物园车辆。马赛族司机和工作人员都非常出色,尽心尽力确保游客能够尽可能近距离地接触野生动物。
这种以野生动物为中心的旅行体验是弗里曼野生动物园的核心。布莱恩坚信,野生动物园之旅的重点不在于豪华住宿,而在于深入草原,与动物们进行面对面的接触。如果您也认同这种理念,您一定会喜欢弗里曼野生动物园的安排。住宿条件比基本住宿略好一些,但也足够舒适。餐饮虽然没有多种选择,但食物始终美味可口,烹饪精良。
值得一提的是,车辆和住宿的整体维护状况确实反映了这位马赛马拉传奇人物兼老板布莱恩·马赛马拉(Brian Mara)的岁月流逝。布莱恩认为,任何不足之处都应以传统的“凑合着过”的精神来看待。虽然这需要客人多一些耐心和灵活的心态,但也赋予了营地一种质朴而古老的探险氛围。
在行程安排方面,请注意预订流程也略显传统。弗里曼营地只接受通过银行转账至布莱恩的私人非洲美元或英镑账户的付款。
如果您追求的是五星级的奢华体验,这里可能并不适合您。但如果您想要在马赛马拉腹地,与一支优秀的当地团队一起,体验一次原汁原味、朴实无华的狩猎之旅,弗里曼营地绝对能为您提供一次难忘的体验。