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Gentle hippo serenades on your doorstep; Sunrise hot‑air balloon safaris drifting above the Mara; Resident photographers for expert safari shots; Eco‑forward ethos with zero‑waste and Silver/GOLD sustainability credentials; Immersive Maasai cultural visits and community support
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Governors’ Camp stands as a distinguished and historic safari destination within the heart of Kenya’s Maasai Mara Reserve. Established in 1972, it set the benchmark for luxury tented camps, offering guests an exhilarating fusion of rugged wilderness and refined comfort, all framed by the life‑rich flow of the Mara River and acclaimed BBC game‑viewing heritage.
An expansive canvas of open‑sided tents, shaded woodland and river vistas, Governors’ Camp delivers a vibrant safari tapestry. With 37 spacious tents strategically positioned along the riverbank or plain‑facing, the camp exudes a characterful calm amid abundant wildlife. The lounge, dining and bar tents open onto sweeping river scenes—ideal for witnessing elephants, hippos or the legendary Marsh Pride from a raised vantage.
Dining
Dining here is as evocative as the surroundings—meals are served in sweeping, open‑sided tents or on river‑view lawns.
Whether plated or buffet style at dinner, breakfast and lunch often take place outdoors beneath the sky, bringing you closer to nature’s soundtrack.
Facilities
Governors’ Camp offers a generous suite of communal spaces: a large lounge/dining marquee, riverside bar tent with deck, and a small curio shop.
The spa tent pampers with natural‑product massages by The Wild Herb Company.
The camp embraces eco‑sustainability with a commendable Silver (or Gold) rating from Eco‑Tourism Kenya and a zero‑waste policy.
Rooms
Guests may stay in classic safari tents with en‑suite bathrooms and private verandahs—some overlooking the river, others the plains—and larger family units for groups.
All are robustly built, with concrete bases, steel frames, and insect‑protecting double flysheets.
Available Activities
Governors’ Camp offers up to three daily game drives through world‑famous Big‑Five terrain, safari bush walks, optional sunrise hot‑air balloon flights, and immersive Maasai village visits.
Photographic safaris guided by resident experts are also available for a truly tailored wildlife experience.
Our View:
"For those seeking the pulse of the Maasai Mara, Governors’ Camp is a timeless safari icon—rich in wildlife, sky-painting sunrises, and cultural depth. Its spacious tents, front-row animal encounters, and eco-mindfulness make it both grand and grounded. Whether gathering around the bar tent as hippos pad past or drifting above the plains at dawn, this camp offers a safari that feels alive at every moment."
Available Amentities
✓ Free Wi-Fi (in rooms & public areas)
✓ Spa services & in-tent massages
✓ Bar & lounge
✓ Dining tent
✓ Curio shop
✓ Laundry & dry-cleaning service
✓ Game drives & bush walks
✓ Airport shuttle (surcharge)
✓ Babysitting / childcare (surcharge)
✓ Luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, safe
✓ Terrace & garden areas
✓ Free self-parking
Your Safari, Crafted Just for You
No two safari dreams are ever the same — and that’s exactly how we design them. At Awake in the Wild, we don’t sell off-the-shelf trips; we create journeys woven around your wishes. Whether you long for dawn game drives across open savannah, lazy afternoons beside a riverside lodge, or nights under a star-laden African sky, every detail is shaped to fit your vision.
From your very first flight to your final farewell, we bring the pieces together — handpicked accommodation, expert-led game drives, seamless transfers, and little touches that turn a trip into a story worth telling. As a fully licensed ATOL holder and proud member of Protected Trust Services, your booking comes with complete financial peace of mind. Every tailor-made holiday includes Supplier Failure Insurance and Scheduled Airline Failure Insurance as standard, so your adventure is protected from the unexpected.
All that’s left is for you to tell us what your perfect safari looks like. Share your ideas, your must-sees, and your wildest travel dreams — and we’ll turn them into an itinerary that’s unmistakably yours.
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