Governors' Camp sets new standards in luxury for a tented camp, and is today still one of Africa's best.
The setting is magical. Governors' Camp nestles in the forest along the winding banks of the Mara River, it's waters teeming with bird-life, hippo and crocodile. Some of the tents line the riverbank, with uninterrupted views over the Mara River, and others have views across the sweeping plains.
Guests here can enjoy twice daily game viewing excursions per day with experienced driver guides inside the Masai Mara National Park. Daily bush walks can also be arranged in a private concession area adjacent to the Masai Mara, accompanied by one of the Masai Scouts, who provide a wealth of information on the traditional medicinal uses of plants and Masai folklore while you track game on foot.
Or why not marvel at the game teeming on the Mara plains from the advantage point of a hot air balloon. For an additional charge, take to the skies at dawn for an hours flight, followed by a champagne bush breakfast and game viewing on return to camp.
The 21 spacious and luxurious en-suite safari tents are entirely under canvas, and each have their own private verandah. You can watch and listen to birds, and you may even see larger animals which wander into camp. It is quite possible to wake up to the sound of hippo feeding on the grass outside your tent. Gas and paraffin lamps are used for lighting. There are also 8 family tents available for those people travelling with young children plus a honeymoon suite for those looking for privacy and romance .
The dining tent and the bar tent are the centre of the camp. A traditional campfire is lit at sunset every evening and after dinner clients enjoy sitting around the campfire, reminiscing about their safari in its evocative light.
The camp has also been awarded a Silver Eco Rating from Eco-Tourism Kenya due to its sustainable tourism practices in place in camp.
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Rates Include
Mara Reserve fees; airstrip transfers; all meals; drinking water; shared safari activities with a Governor's Main Camp guide; and a laundry service are included.
Children Policy
Children of any age are welcome. Rates available on request.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
Children under the age of 12 years are not allowed to participate in walking safaris. A guided walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.
Regardless of age, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
General Information For Guests
All tents have verandahs, some with views across the sweeping plains of the Masai Mara and others look over the banks of the meandering Mara River. They also have en-suite bathrooms with shower, hand basin, hot and cold running water and a flush W/C.
Each tent has electric lights. There is 24 hour power backed up by a generator.
The main area has a curio shop, a bar tent with deck overlooking the Mara River and a dining tent with views over the plains.
There is a spa which offers a range of treatments such as massages, facials, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures (additional cost).
The activities that are available at Governor's Camp include game drives, walking safaris and Masai cultural visits. Walks take around 2 to 3 hours and can either be booked in advance or at the camp reception.
Additional activities (additional cost) include hot air balloon rides and community visits.
Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are accepted.
There is Wi-Fi and mobile phone coverage.
Governors Camp has been awarded a Silver Eco Rating from Eco-Tourism Kenya due to their sustainable tourism practices which are in place in camp.
Room service is available on request. Tea and coffee is served in the tents with the morning wake up call.
A laundry service is included.
The camp is a 10 minute drive from the airstrip.
For younger guests, the Mongoose Club is designed to excite and expire children through fun and informative activities.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
Children under the age of 12 years are not allowed to participate in walking safaris. A guided walk can last a couple of hours and involve walking over uneven terrain that may contain dangerous wildlife in potentially high temperatures. Guests may need to move quickly and for a sustained period through rough bush terrain if instructed to do so by their guide.
Regardless of age, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
Absolutely a fabulous trip - will be booking it again! Service, people, just wonderful. Everything you could want.
