Governors' Camps, set in some of the most beautiful parts of Kenya, offer an old-fashioned pace of life, with the best of 21st century comfort, in the heart of
some of East Africa's prime wildlife areas. 5 nights.
Light aircraft bring you to your camp effortlessly, and ingredients for gourmet meals are flown in daily. Accommodation is in huge tents in the Masai Mara, in
traditionally-designed luxury rooms constructed in banana thatch and natural clay at Mfangano, and in the old settler farmhouse at Loldia.
Service is personal, attentive and friendly. Governors' Camps have consistently been recognised with many travel awards and accolades. A Governors' Safari
will introduce you to the thrilling pleasures of some of the world's most magnificent wildlife spectacles, pampered in luxury, but in tune with the simple rhythms
of life.
2 nights Lake Naivasha (Loldia House)
3 nights Masai Mara (Main Governors' Camp)
Accommodation and the order of days may vary slightly depending on availability.
Met on arrival at Nairobi Airport and transferred to the Eka Hotel to freshen up before departing by road through the Great Rift Valley to Loldia House, on the shores of Lake Naivasha (2 hour drive). Enjoy lunch on the lawn overlooking Mt Longonot. Afternoon at leisure, with the option of an evening walk with Loldia's resident naturalist (payable locally).
A day at leisure with various optional excursions available including a boat ride on Lake Naivasha (payable locally).
After breakfast on the lawns of Loldia House, fly by light aircraft to the Masai Mara Game Reserve (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes). Met on arrival at the airstrip and transferred to the Main Governors' Camp with a short game drive en route.
Take an early morning balloon safari over the Mara followed by a 'bubbly' breakfast (optional extra) or a game drive followed by breakfast at the camp. The rest of the morning is at leisure. After lunch enjoy an afternoon game drive.
Take an early morning balloon safari over the Mara followed by a 'bubbly' breakfast (optional extra) or a game drive followed by breakfast at the camp. The rest of the morning is at leisure. After lunch enjoy an afternoon game drive.
Fly by light aircraft to Nairobi (approximately 1 hour) and continue with your onward travel arrangement.
Optional Extension to Mfangano Island Camp, Lake Victoria Day 1 - An early morning flight by light aircraft from Masai Mara to Mfangano Airstrip (approximately 30 minutes). At Mfangano Island take a boat trip to Mfangano Island Camp, in time for breakfast. The Camp has six double rooms, all offering spectacular views across the lake. Spend the day exploring this great Lake - the world's second largest fresh water lake, fishing, bird-watching, boat rides or walks to the local villages, or enjoy the prolific birdlife in the camp's indigenous garden. Overnight: Mfangano Island Camp. Day 2 - Full day at leisure.
Optional Extras available on this safari: Drinks package at all Governors properties Bush breakast, lunch and dinner Hot Air Ballooning in Masai Mara (payable in advance) Exclusive use of vehicle on game drives Picnic lunches Extend your holiday to one of the hotels on the Kenyan Coast of Mombasa or to one of the fabulous Zanzibar beach hotels, for a relaxing end to this flying safari.
Speak to a specialist for pricing, availability and extension options.
