The setting is magical so much so that almost a century ago it was reserved exclusively for Kenya's Colonial Governors and their Royal visitors.

Governors Camp nestles in the forest along the winding banks of

the Mara River, its waters teeming with hippo and crocodile.

The entire camp is under canvas with all the comforts of a five-star hotel; a far

cry from the hardships Hemingway would have suffered. The 38 tents are

in the classic safari style, spacious and tasteful.

Some line the riverbank, others have views across the sweeping plains. Each has

its own en-suite bathroom with consistent hot and cold running water flushing

toilets, even bidets.

Every morning a breakfast feast is prepared over blazing coals: mountains of bacon and eggs, fresh milk, hot-baked croissants and exotic fruits; lunch is served on the shady riverbank. Miles from civilization our cordon-bleu dinners, by candlelight

under canvas are truly unforgettable experiences