Governors' Camp was the first tented camp to be established in the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Main Governors', as it is sometimes called, first opened in 1972 on the site of Teddy Roosevelt's Mara Camp. It is now one of the best known camps in the Mara, and indeed in Kenya.
Although Governors' is one of the larger camps in the Mara, you never really see more than a few tents at a time. Amazingly enough as many as 25 tents are sited along the high banks of the looping Mara River, with views of the river or the vast plains of the Mara. Tall old trees, clipped green lawns and the quiet river give everything a feeling of tranquility. 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.
The reception area is built of natural stone and features a small museum showing mounted photographs and bronze sculptures of wildlife. The bar lounge, open on three sides, is especially inviting with its bar built of logs. Nearby there is a spacious decking area overlooking the river where breakfast and lunch buffets are served when the weather is fine.
For those in need of a bit of pampering, the camp now offers a range of massage and spa treatments. A new chef-training program has brought the level of the food here to excellent standards, so you can be sure to enjoy some great food after a long day on safari.
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Tour ideas in Masai Mara National Reserve
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Governors' Camp as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Hot Air Balloon Flight in the Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Flight in the Masai Mara
Hot Air Balloon Flight in the Masai Mara
Watch out for the giraffe hiding in the trees, antelope on the plains and roosting birds. As the sun comes up the views are superb — one of the most beautiful sights in Africa.
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Masai Mara National Reserve and nearby places
- Mara North Conservancy 8 miles away
- Mara Naboisho Conservancy 21 miles away
- Loita Hills 60 miles away
- Lake Victoria 92 miles away
- Shompole Magadi 95 miles away
- Lakes of the Great Rift Valley 98 miles away
- Lake Naivasha 99 miles away
- Lake Nakuru 98 miles away
- Nairobi 123 miles away
- The Laikipia Plateau 153 miles away