Governors' IlMoran Camp

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Hotel Class: 4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 Stars - 4 Reviews and 67 Opinions

C14, Keekorok - -Masai Mara Reserve-, Kenya

 

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unique wilderness retreats



Unique Quality: Little Governors Camp was built in 1976 in the Masai Mara in Kenya with its own independent structure around a watering hole that teems with birds and wildlife. Intimate in character, there are just 17 tents tucked around this watering-hole. From every veranda the view changes daily: Giraffe and Lion, Elephant and Warthog.

Getting here is an adventure in itself; you first have to cross the Mara River by boat, and then walk a short distance, escorted by armed guards, through the forest.

All the tents are comfortable and tasteful. Each has en-suite bathroom, hot water, even bidets. In keeping with safari tradition lighting is by gas and kerosene lantern or candlelight. As dusk falls the flickering lights in the forest make the camp a uniquely peaceful and atmospheric place.

  • Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
  • Related to: Photography, Safari, Family Travel
Governors' IlMoran Camp

Governors' IlMoran Camp


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Luxury tented safari in the heart of Msai Mara

Would highly recommend Il Moran.

Il Moran is in the heart of the Msai Mara, we stayed here for 4 days and thought it was absolutely wonderful. There are only 10 tents and all very private from each other. The camp is located on the Mara River, so you can literally step out of your tent and watch the animal activity on the river. We saw crocodiles, hippos, elephants, baboons, water buck, zebra, it was just wonderful. Food was outstanding and all of the staff were so friendly and helpful. We did a safari walk and a balloon safari, whcih were both just wonderful.

The tents are very large and extremely comfortable.

Unique Quality: Large comfortable tents with superb en suite facilities.

You eat your meals under the trees opposite the Mara River at night time a large fire is lit and the tables are arranged around it. Chefs always very accommodating. Good food. Wonderful staff.

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Safari like in the Twenties !!

Intimate in character, there are just 17 tents tucked around a large watering-hole in Masai Mara,that teems with animal and bird life. From every veranda the view changes daily: Giraffe and Lion, Elephants and monkeys.
It is a dream in itself and worth the (expensive) money.

Unique Quality: All the tents are comfortable and tasteful. Each has en-suite bathroom, hot water, even bidets. In keeping with safari tradition lighting is by gas and kerosene lantern or candlelight. As dusk falls the flickering lights in the forest make the camp a uniquely peaceful and atmospheric place.
The thrill of a brush with Africa’s big game is what you will experience.Close to the big cats on a game drive in a four-wheel-drive car. One can take as many drives as you like, all included in the room rate.

  • Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
  • Related to: Luxury Travel, Photography, National/State Park
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 All the tents are comfortable and tasteful. Each has en-suite bathroom, hot water, even bidets. In keeping with safari tradition lighting is by gas and kerosene lantern or candlelight. As dusk falls the flickering lights in the forest make the camp a uniquely peaceful and atmospheric place.
The thrill of a brush with Africa’s big game is what you will experience.Close to the big cats on a game drive in a four-wheel-drive car. One can take as many drives as you like, all included in the room rate. 

 

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