Africa’s first permanent tented camp, the iconic Governors’ Camp has been in its original site – poised on a bank above the winding Mara River – since the 1970s.
Backed by lush riverine forest, Governors’ Camp enjoys panoramic views over the river and the wildlife it attracts. Built entirely under canvas, but with all the comforts of a luxury hotel, it’s one of the best-known camps in the Mara. Guest tents are generously sized and feature ensuite bathrooms and a private veranda each. The open-sided bar tent overlooks the water, while the dining tent has sweeping views over the Mara’s great plains.
Choose Governors’ Camp for your luxury, tailor-made safari to Kenya, and you’ll be in prime position to watch elephants (some of them stroll right up to the camp), hippo, crocodile and a dizzying array of birds. And that’s before you even go out on a game drive! For those in need of pampering, the camp has its own spa tent where you can indulge in massages, facials, body scrubs and more.
Governors' Camp, at a glance
- Exclusive setting in riverine forest on the banks of the Mara River
- First established in 1972 in the heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve
- 25 luxury tents, including specially designed family suites, with extended verandas
- Ensuite bathrooms with shower, basin, flush toilet and hot and cold running wate
- Classic safari decor with ample natural light
- Mess tent with bar and deck overlooking the Mara River
- Breakfast and lunch buffets are served al fresco
- Awarded a Silver Eco Rating from Eco-Tourism Kenya
For leisure and pleasure
- Knowledgeable and enthusiastic team of guides
- Game viewing in customised 4WD safari vehicles up to three times per day
- Escorted walking safaris and birdwatching tours
- Bush breakfast, dinners and sundowners
- In-camp spa and massage tent
- Maasai cultural visits
- Hot air balloon safaris
- Day trips to Lake Victoria
- Seasonal wildebeest migration viewing
