Governors Camp in Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya.

A Safari Camp of the Senses Along the Mara River Banks

Located within the Masai Mara National Reserve, Governors’ Camp is ideally positioned along the winding banks of the Mara River. Here, birds, hippos, and crocodiles provide a captivating spectacle. Nestled in a riverine forest, the camp offers a cool respite from Kenya’s warm climate, and guests enjoy breathtaking views of a wild natural ecosystem. Governors’ Camp embodies a magical blend of rustic comfort and untamed beauty.

In the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve, witness a lioness and her cubs roaming the golden plains, while antelope and wildebeest traverse the Mara River, offering guests camp out at Governors’ Camp a visual feast.

With 30 tents along the riverbank, including 21 classic safari tents, 8 family tents, and 1 safari suite, Governors’ Camp offers an exclusive experience with only canvas separating guests from the vast Kenyan landscape. Hidden in the forest, each tent boasts uninterrupted views of the Mara River or Mara bush. Light, airy, and bright, the tents come with private verandas showcasing the stunning scenery year-round. All tents feature en-suite bathrooms with a shower, basin, flush toilet, and both hot water and cold running water for your comfort.

Meal times at Governors’ Camp offer a delightful mix of continental and other meals, full English breakfast, alfresco lunches, and a la carte dinners. Picnics and packed meals are available for excursions, and specialty bush meals can be arranged at an additional cost.

Awarded the Silver Eco Rating, Governors’ Camp provides Cinnabar Green toiletries, handmade in Kenya with natural ingredients to protect the environment. Products such as shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, soap, and body lotion are refilled in reusable canisters to minimize plastic waste, encouraging governors camp guests to use these eco-friendly options.

Governors’ Camp features a luxury spa offering massage, facial, body scrub, manicure, and pedicure treatments, perfect for relaxation after a day in the African savannah. Above all, Governors’ Camp is a haven of comfort and adventure. Read about other governors camp hotels Little Governors Camp and Governors Il Moran Camp.

Things to Do at Governors’ Camp

In the heart of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Governors’ Camp offers a wealth of activities, including unforgettable game drives. Known as a safari of the senses, a Governors’ Camp game drive allows guests to witness the Masai Mara’s abundant year-round wildlife. With three daily game drives, guests can choose to depart at sunrise, late morning, or mid-afternoon to experience the sights and sounds of the African wilderness. Led by experienced guides, these drives offer unparalleled insights into the reserve, showcasing the best spots for Big 5 sightings in open-top, all-terrain vehicles. Each game drive promises exceptional wildlife viewing and photography opportunities in one of the world’s most stunning wildlife regions.

Governors’ Camp also provides hot-air balloon safaris (additional cost) over the Mara River, forests, and plains. Departing at dawn, guests embark on a thrilling aerial adventure, spotting Masai Mara’s incredible wildlife from above. Upon landing, a champagne breakfast awaits, followed by a leisurely game drive back to governors’ camp.

Sunrise walking safaris offer another way to experience the Masai Mara’s raw beauty. Guided by experts, guests have the chance to encounter wildlife up close in their natural environment. After an early morning walk, guests enjoy a bush breakfast and a game drive back to camp, just in time for a delicious lunch.

Governors’ Camp takes pride in its African heritage and invites guests to participate in visits to local Maasai villages. These excursions provide an opportunity to connect with residents and their children and learn about the local culture and way of life. The camp was mainly reserved for colonial governors in Kenya.

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