Governors' Camp

The setting is magical. So much so that almost a century ago it was reserved, exclusively, for Kenya’s colonial Governors. Governors’ Camp nestles in the forest along the winding banks of the Mara River, it’s waters teeming with bird-life, hippo and crocodile, in the heart of Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve.  

Some of the 37 tents line the riverbank, tucked into the forest they enjoy uninterrupted views over the Mara River, others have views across the sweeping plains of the Masai Mara. Created in 1972 Governors’ Camp set new standards in luxury for a tented camp. Today it’s still Africa’s best. Everything is under canvas, all tents have en-suit bathrooms with hot and cold running water and flushing toilets. There is a bar tent with deck overlooking the Mara River and dinning tent with views over the plains. Governors Camp has just been awarded a Silver Eco Rating from Eco- Tourism Kenya due to our sustainable tourism practices in place in camp.

Room

The camp consist of 37 tents consisting of 24 twins and 12 double spacious and luxurious safari tents entirely under canvas, each with private verandah, en-suite bathrooms with shower, basin, flush toilet, bidet and hot and cold running water.  

Dining

Both breakfast and lunch at Governor's Camp are served on the shady riverbank with views across the Mara's plains. After your early morning game drive, you'll return to a breakfast buffet cooked over the coals and accompanied by hot croissants, exotic fruits, and freshly-brewed Kenyan coffee. Lunch is also buffet-style, this time featuring roast meats, fresh salads and delicious desserts.

Recreation

There are various activities on offer: game drives in open Landrovers, game walks or balloon flights over the wide plains of the Masai Mara.