Small and intimate, Governor's Il Moran Camp is ideal for honeymooners and couples looking for an extra special safari experience. Spacious tents are hidden under ancient trees and come complete with luxurious touches such as Victorian baths. During the daytime, enjoy meals on the banks of the Mara River while at night dinner is served by candle light in the dining tent.
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3 Game drives per day
Small and intimate
Bush dinners and sundowners
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Hotel Category
Luxury
Recommended For
Adult Orientated
General Information
Check-in Time:
15:00
Check-out Time:
10:00
10 rooms
Transfer duration: approx. 15 minutes drive from Musiara airstrip
In the heart of the Masai Mara, the most famous game reserve in the world
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It is all about safari
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Jun 24, 2019
Captain Billy says "YES"
London, United Kingdom
Many people think of Glamping as a nicer way of camping. Il Moran takes it to a whole new level. From the moment we arrived and met by the camp manager with welcoming drinks, to the moment we left and she saw us off at the local airfield, we were made to feel special. The "tents" are huge, with every ameticy adn facility you could expect. Event a mini bar, where they ask what you want it filled with, rather than the generic miniautres of branded alcohol and a can of beer. The bed was huge, the sitting area was more than comfortable and the external seating was amazing, with a view directly onto a corner of the Mara where the hippos like to rest. The bathroom was unexpected, with walk in shower, flushing toilet and a large bath and twin basins, the sort fo thing you woudl expect in any 5* hotel, but in a tent. The food was excellent, the bar well stocked with decent whisky, gins and vodka, rather than your "supermarket specials". The staff were faultless, freindly and professional. They have their own water plant (reverse osmosis) there, so they provide you with a water bottle to keep and you can refill everyday, without worrying about the quality of the water or using plastic bottles.
This trip was special for us as we were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. On the day of our anniversary, we were greeted at our tent with a wake up call and a pot of tea at 5am and then taken off to the launch site. The staff helped me as much as possible to get into the basket as one of my legs doesn't work very well. The ride over the Mara watching the sunrise was really something special. When we landed, we were met and joined a few others for a Champagne breakfast (everything cooked on demand in the open) and then continued on a private game drive, for just me and my wife. In the evening at dinner, we were exhausted and then a number of Masia people entered the restaurant area, singing and playing instruments. When the chef then brought out a cake for us, we realised this performance was all for us. Overwhelming and emotional, with a bottle of Champagne then opened for us with the compliments of the management.
Our driver/guide was introduced to us for the next few days, Enos, a wonderful guy, great sense of humour and great knowledge. He really looked after us and with him we saw every animal we hoped to see, prides of lions, herds of many elephants and a complete surprise when he said the migration had started early this year and he would take us to the Tanzania border and see if we can see the wildebeest crossing. He was very patient that day and we had lunch near to the crossing, but far enough away to see if the wildebeest started heading that way. He was right and we witnessed one of nature's most exclusive events.
I could write for hours on this place, and we were only there for 3 days. It was outstanding in every way; location, people, staff, food, drinks etc etc. We were made to feel very special.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. We will definitely see you again.
Jun 09, 2019
3day Safari
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Loved this place ! The safari tents are so grand and spacious even the bathroom was as big as the bedroom! Beautiful decor,comfortable beds and cosy interior.The restaurant serves the most delicious meals ! Service and all the staff was fabulous .Such a beautiful relaxing place to stay !
May 29, 2019
Where to start...
Kent
Oh my goodness, there are no words for this place. It is truly magical! The best four days ever.
So, our guide, Duncan, was excellent. We would mention upon meeting him before the game drive that we would like to see elephants or leopards etc and an hour later there we are with them! His knowledge was great. The cars were great and only had four seats so not over crowded and never had to fight to see the animals. We went at the end of May and it was only us and one other couple in the camp so it felt so private and intimate. Even if it is full there are only ten tents.
The Tents are HUGE! And the setting just incredible. Hippos in the river literally right outside your tent!
Food was amazing, very simple but fresh and delicious. Staff could not do more for you and was great to chat with them about the Mara and Kenya.
We did the hot air balloon trip which we could also not recommend highly enough, amazing experience with different views of the Mara and you land to a champagne breakfast with eggs and a crepe station in the middle of the bush! Fab.
Would definitely recommend il Moran to anyone, it is worth every penny. Thank you to everyone at Governors in particular Patrick and Duncan!
Apr 29, 2019
Lovely camp in a perfect location in the Mara National reserve
Nottingham, England
We were greeted at the airstrip by Kerore who would be our guide for the next couple of days, he has a wicked sense of humour but was also excellent at his job, we usually ended up with the best viewing positions and often doubled back when everyone else had given up (this way we saw such a lot and often pretty much on our own).
Luckily we had one other couple with us on the first 3 drives who agreed they wanted to spend as much time in the bush as us, so had our sundowners in the vehicle while watching lion cubs playing on the first night, next day we took out picnic breakfast and didn’t get back to camp until just before lunch. That evening we had drinks in the vehicle again while watching a heard of elephants playing.
The one thing that you have to get your head around in the Mara National park is that you can’t ‘go off road’ and no night drives are allowed, but they more than made up for this by doing longer morning drives.
The other negative is that although officially only 5 vehicles are allowed at a sighting, in reality there are often more (until a park ranger is reported to be on their way then everyone scatters). Again, if you don’t know anything different you will be fine.
Food here is lovely, a nice touch is that at lunch you are shown the evening menu to make sure that there is something that you like, you don’t order then but if its not suitable they have time for the chef to come out and discuss alternatives.
These beds are so comfy it is hard to get out for your morning drink that is delivered to your tent at a pre-arranged time before sunrise and your morning drive.
The river is home to loads of hippo who tend to have a ‘chat’ around 3am (we counted 24 one lunch time and there were more around the bend that we couldn’t see properly).
We were looked after by Patrick the camp manager who is a proper old-fashioned gentleman, he joins you in the bar for pre-dinner drinks and then leaves when you are called for dinner, he has some great stories and is good at bringing guests together.
Mar 20, 2019
Another amazing trip
Swansea, United Kingdom
This was our 5th visit to the Mara and the second to Il Moran - recently refurbished. We had a wonderful experience from the warm welcome by Partick and the team to the superb game drives with the excellent Paul. The camp was very comfortable and I prefer the layout of the new communal areas. Lillian's food was delicious and the company was excellent. I would (and have) fully recommend the Il Moran to anyone wanting to come to Kenya to see the animals while enjoying a bit of luxury.
Luxurious tents are extremely spacious, have super king-size beds fashioned from ancient fallen olive trees, en-suite with Victorian bath, large shower and twin sinks and a private veranda.
Enjoy a stunning view over the Mara River from this open bar.
Restrictions:
Open bar does not include fine wines, spirits and champagne in All Inclusive. Selected wine, beers and soft drinks are all available.
Dining Tent
Enjoy a stunning view over the Mara River as you dine.
Board Basis Options
Fully inclusive includes all meals, selected wines, beers and soft drinks, 2 game viewing excursions daily and laundry.
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London, United Kingdom
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Lovely camp in a perfect location in the Mara National reserve
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