Located on the edge of the Masai Mara National Reserve, the camp is accessed by a very short boat ride across the Mara River, then an escorted walk through the riverine forest. Vehicles are left on the far river bank and the camp is therefore quiet and undisturbed. The guest tents at Little Governors’ have wooden decks with large verandahs for guests to enjoy the constant game activity that takes place around the marsh in front of camp.

Breakfast and lunch are served in the open air, and the resident families of warthogs frequently wander amongst the tables. Since all Governors’ properties are unfenced, all kinds of wildlife visit the camp and guests may need to make way for elephants which often visit during lunch time! In the evening, a warming log fire burns in front of the bar tent, and a candlelit dinner is served in the nearby dining tent.

Little Governors’ runs on 100% solar power and has been awarded a Gold Eco-Rating from Eco-Tourism Kenya due to our sustainable tourism pr

In the Riverine Forest, around a watering hole, close to the Mara River with views across to the Olololo Escarpment

Room Types

Tent

The guest tents at Little Governors' are all tucked into the forest overlooking a waterhole frequented by a myriad of animals. Each one is spacious with an en-suite bathroom, with polished wooden decks and large verandas to enable guests to relax and enjoy the panorama of animals visiting the watering hole in front.

Breakfast and lunch are served in the open air, and the resident family of warthogs frequently wander amongst the tables. Since all Governors' properties are unfenced and in the heart of the Reserve, elephants may also stroll past. In the evening a warming log fire burns in front of the Bar Tent, and dinner is served in the nearby Dining Tent.

Honeymoon suite

Tent 17 or the Honeymoon suite is located at the edge of the camp with wonderful wide views over the waterhole and plains. It has a wild and private feeling. The tent is spacious with an en-suite bathroom, polished wooden deck with large veranda to enable guests to relax and enjoy the panorama of animals visiting the watering hole in front.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security

Bar

Battery Charging Facilities

Eco Friendly

Internet Access (Complimentary)

Kiddies Club

Laundry Service (Complimentary)

Malaria Free

Mobile Connectivity

Private Vehicle Available

Restaurant

Spa

Room Facilities

Dressing Gowns

Electrical Outlets

Laundry Service (Available)

Laundry Service (Complimentary)

Safe

Shower

Verandah

Activities on Site

Big 5

Bird Watching

Game Drives

Game Viewing

Game Walks

Massages

Safaris

Walks (Guided)

Activities Nearby

Animal Encounters

Big 5

Bird Watching

Cultural Tours

Game Drives

Game Viewing

Game Walks

Hot-air Ballooning

Rhino Tracking

RATING

TYPE

Safari Lodge

NO. ROOMS

CHECK-IN TIME

11.00am

CHECK-OUT TIME

10.00

SPOKEN LANGUAGES

English, French, Swahili

SPECIAL INTERESTS

Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine

SPA TREATMENTS

We offer a range of spa treatments at Little Governors’ Camp, which can be done within the comfort and privacy of your tent. Please view the full treatment list HERE.

During Covid-19, these are taking place at all properties with strict hygiene controls.

MEALS

Breakfast is a continental and full English buffet, lunch is served on the lawn as an ‘al fresco’ buffet with fresh salads and dinner is a la carte in the dining tent. Picnics / packed meals can be provided for those who would like to head out on full or half day game drives (snacks are also provided in the cars). Bush meals are available to book at an extra cost. We cater for special diets on request.

GAME DRIVES

We offer up to three game drives per full day, these depart from camp at sunrise, late morning and in the afternoon. Alternatively, guests can go on half-day or full-day extended game drives with picnic meals.

TENTS

The guest tents at Little Governors’ are all tucked into the edge of the forest overlooking a natural waterhole frequented by many animals. Each tent is spacious and comfortable with polished wooden decks with large verandas to enable guests to relax and enjoy the panorama of animals visiting the watering hole in front. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms with shower basin, flush toilet, hot and cold running water.

GETTING TO CAMP

Daily flights from Nairobi to the Masai Mara are available with Governors Aviation and other select airlines.

CHILDREN

We welcome children of all ages to camp. Although Governors Camp is better suited to families with very young children. High chairs and baby sitting service available. Special children’s meals and early mealtimes available.

ROOM SERVICE

Room service is available on request. Tea and coffee is served in the tents with the morning wake up call.

LAUNDRY

Arranged daily at no extra cost.

WATER BOTTLE

We would strongly encourage you to please pack your own water bottle which can be refilled as often as you like – we have Reverse Osmosis filtered water dispensers throughout our camps and lodges, which is perfectly safe to drink. This would help us immensely by reducing the amount of plastic waste in these precious wildlife environments.

CREDIT CARDS & CASH

Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Please note we cannot accept US dollar bills older than the year 2000.

SEASONS

Open throughout the year. Peak season months August and September and 15th – 31st December. High season months January – March inclusive and June, July, October, November and 1st – 14th December. Green season – April and May

RATE INCLUDES

Musiara Airstrip transfers, accommodation, meals in camp, two game drives daily and laundry.

RATE EXCLUDES

Flights, drinks, Park entrance fees

HEALTH AND INSURANCE

Preventative Malaria medication is recommended. More information is available on our Health Planning page. Please make sure you have fully comprehensive medical and travel insurance arranged before visiting Little Governors Camp.

MUSIARA AIRSTRIP

Musiara Airstrip is the airstrip serving Little Governors’ Camp. Length 1.600 m, all weather gravel airstrip, Coordinates: S 0117.98 E 03503.92

LUGGAGE RESTRICTION

Please note there is a strict 15 kg luggage allowance per person including hand luggage on all Masai Mara flights.

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How to get to Little Governors Camp Address

Governors Aviation: Daily scheduled flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Governors Camp Masai Mara Airport (Musiara Airstrip) (duration approx. 45 minutes). Return Musiara Airstrip – Nairobi daily. Also flights from Loldia House to Musiara Airstrip and regional charters also available
Air Kenya: Daily (09:15hrs, 12:15hrs & 15:15 hrs) scheduled flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Governors Camp Masai Mara Airport (Musiara Airstrip) (duration approx. 45 minutes). Return Musiara Airstrip – Nairobi daily (10:15hrs, 13:15hrs & 16:15 hrs)
Safari Link: Daily (10:00hrs & 15:00 hrs) scheduled flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Governors Camp Masai Mara Airport (Musiara Airstrip) (duration approx. 45 minutes). Return Musiara Airstrip – Nairobi daily 11:00hrs & 16:00 hrs)
Clients met on arrival and transferred by vehicle to the camp (duration approx. 10 minutes).
There are scheduled flights from other airstrips in Kenya such as Nanyuki, Samburu, Lewa, Lamu, Malindi, Mombasa, Ukunda (Diani)
Charter flights: From all airports/airstrips in Kenya to Governors Camp Masai Mara Airport (Musiara Airstrip)
Luggage restriction: Maximum 15 kg luggage per person in small air craft including hand luggage
Road transfer: Ex / to Nairobi is possible. Duration approx. 6 hours (depending upon road conditions)