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.
Tents
Governors' Camp has 37 luxury tents and is located right in the heart of the best game viewing area of the Masai Mara.The entire camp is under canvas with all of the comforts of a luxury hotel. The tents are big, bright and allow in lots of natural light. All tents have verandahs, some with views across the sweeping plains of the Masai Mara, others look over the banks of the meandering Mara River. All tents are classic safari style each with en-suite bathrooms and a private verandah.
Tent
2 Twin Beds377-sq-foot room, furnished patio with river and garden views Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and free bottled water Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNeed to Know - Bed sheets not availableNon-Smoking
2 Twin Beds377-sq-foot room, furnished patio with river and garden views Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Room service (limited) and free bottled water Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletriesPractical - Safe; free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNeed to Know - Bed sheets not availableNon-Smoking
Honeymoon Suite
1 King Bed1722-sq-foot room with a furnished patio Layout - Bedroom and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Satellite channels Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterBathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Desk and safeComfort - Daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, bed sheets not availableNon-Smoking
1 King Bed1722-sq-foot room with a furnished patio Layout - Bedroom and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Satellite channels Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterBathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Desk and safeComfort - Daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, bed sheets not availableNon-Smoking
Family Tent
1 Queen Bed2260-sq-foot room with a furnished patio Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Satellite channels Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterBathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Desk and safeComfort - Daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, bed sheets not availableNon-Smoking
1 Queen Bed2260-sq-foot room with a furnished patio Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Satellite channels Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterBathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Desk and safeComfort - Daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, bed sheets not availableNon-Smoking
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.
Dining
Dinner is served in the candlelit dining tent and offers a stylish, 4-course meal, with a grand selection of main courses. After dinner you can sip co…
Dining
Dinner is served in the candlelit dining tent and offers a stylish, 4-course meal, with a grand selection of main courses. After dinner you can sip cocktails around a bonfire, and chat about your day's sightings.
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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.
Game Drives
Governors’ Camp properties combine the best locations in the Masai Mara with the best-designed vehicles and exceptionally highly trained and exp…
Walking Safaris
Leave your vehicle behind and take a walking safari with one of the experienced and qualified naturalists for the true thrill of the bush. Down on the…
Hot-Air Balloon Safaris
The adventure begins just before dawn. Departure is from a perfect natural launch site behind Little Governors’ Camp and flames from the hot air…
Game Drives
Governors’ Camp properties combine the best locations in the Masai Mara with the best-designed vehicles and exceptionally highly trained and experienced guides to give our clients un-matched game-viewing and photographic opportunities in the world’s prime wildlife area.
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Leave your vehicle behind and take a walking safari with one of the experienced and qualified naturalists for the true thrill of the bush. Down on the same level as the animals, you will experience the untamed beauty of the Mara. The walking safaris take place in a private concession area adjacent to the Masai Mara Game Reserve. The scenery here differs significantly from the Masai Mara. Picturesque acacia trees characterise the hilly landscape and you can enjoy walking through either in the morning or afternoon. The walk takes approx. 1.5 to 2 hours. You will track game, unsure what waits round the next corner, giraffe, buffalo, hyena, zebra or even lion. You will catch the scents and sounds of the wild Africa and at the end of it all waits a sumptuous bush barbecue breakfast, complete with champagne. Your drive back to the camp again is a game drive through the Masai Mara. Afternoon walking safaris are finished with sundowner drinks and canapés. Participants in a walking safari should be in good health and be reasonably fit and active. There is no path as such and some parts of the walk lead through hilly and rocky areas. Children under 10 years are, for safety reasons, not allowed to participate in walking safaris.
View on mapHot-Air Balloon Safaris
The adventure begins just before dawn. Departure is from a perfect natural launch site behind Little Governors’ Camp and flames from the hot air balloon burners light the darkness as the crews inflate their craft. The first, pink tongues of sunlight flicker across the skies and the hot air balloon fills, then rises.
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At Inspiration Holidays, we take pride in being able to negotiate the best holiday deals at Governors' Camp. Use the search form below to find holiday prices at Governors' Camp. Our Governors' Camp holiday search will provide prices up to 11 months in advance of departure. We can book Masai Mara holidays at Governors' Camp in 2025 and 2026. For all Governors' Camp 2025 holidays and Governors' Camp 2026 holidays you will have to call us for pricing.
Location
With a stay at Governors' Camp in Maasai Mara, you'll be just steps from Mara Triangle and Mara River. This tentalow is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Maasai Mara National Reserve and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Musiara Gate.
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Robert G
Lifetime Memories
We are a few weeks back now from visiting Governors and the heart still hurts with wanting to return. Having stayed in many camps across Kenya, SA and Tanzania Governors was still incredibly...
AntoniaDolan
The most incredible place!!
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SUSAN H
Harken Back to original African Safari
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