Little Governors’ Camp | Luxury Safari Camp in Kenya

Boat river cruise at Little Governors’ Camp

alfresco dining at little governors camp

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Enjoy a luxury camping experience on the Mara River, close to an abundance of wildlife.

Why you'll love it here

Stay at Little Governors' Camp for mesmerising wildlife interaction
Be at the heart of the seasonal Great Wildebeest Migration
Make your Mara experience extra special with a Governors' Hot Air Balloon Ride
Enjoy the evenings with a warming log fire and candle lit dinners

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Hotel information

Little Governors' Camp, originally built in 1976, is a luxury safari camp located on the edge of the Maasai Mara Reserve. The camp, with just 17 en-suite tents, is tucked around a curved watering hole that attracts an abundance of wildlife and bird species.

The approach to camp is unique as you'll be escorted by a boat ride across the Mara River and a short walk through the riverine forest into camp. The en-suite tents have wooden decks with large verandas for you to enjoy the constant game activity around the natural watering hole.

As dusk falls, the flickering lights in the forest make the camp a peaceful and atmospheric place. Meals are enjoyed, as is the local style, al fresco under the cool shade of the wurbergia trees during the day, and by candle-light in the dining tent by night.

A resident family of warthogs wander freely through the camp and, on occasions, you'll have to make way for elephants paying a visit to the camp at lunch time. Little Governors' Camp has been awarded a Silver Eco-Rating from Eco Tourism Kenya due to the sustainable practices in place in camp. Activities on offer include game drives in their custom built 44 vehicles, hot air balloon safaris, visits to the nearby Maasai community manyatta, and visits to nearby community and conservation projects.

Room Options

All the tents are tucked into the edge of the forest and overlook a natural waterhole frequented by many animals. They have polished wooden decks with large verandas to enable you to relax and enjoy the panorama of animals visiting the watering hole in front.

Safari Tent

Sleeps: 2 Adults

The ten double and seven twin en-suite tents comprise of plumbed hot/cold water and private verandas.

Facilities/Amenities

Bar tent
Dining tent
Gift shop
Laundry

Restaurants & Bars

Dining

Breakfast is a continental and full English buffet, with eggs cooked any style. Lunch is a plated service chosen from a three course service, served al fresco on the deck, overlooking the marsh. (weather permitting). Dinner is a mix of buffets and plated service.

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Lunch
Dinner

Activities & Entertainment

Game Drives

Traditional shared game drives with a dedicated, highly qualified and experienced guide are available three times daily, in the open or closed vehicles.

Balloon Safaris

For an unforgettable and surreal experience, lift off in a hot air balloon at dawn, and drift over the Maasai Mara landscape as the day breaks with a kaleidoscope of colours. Approximately one hour in length, the balloon ride ends with a champagne bush breakfast and a game drive back to camp.

Walking Safaris

Experience the Maasai Mara on the most intimate level with a guided walking safari with a professional walking guide. Conducted in a neighbouring conservancy, a bush walk lasts two-three hours and culminates in a champagne bush breakfast.

Cultural Visits

The Maasai people are a sight synonymous with Kenyan safaris. Maasai cultural experiences at a Maasai village (manyatta) can be arranged from camp or pre-booked, with a fee payable direct to the community.

Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism

Visits to Little Governors' responsible tourism projects can be organised from camp. Rianda Primary School and Mara Rianda Medical Centre are inspirational projects supported by Governors’ Camps.