The Governors Sky Safari is a 6-day Kenya flying safari visiting Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara.
For some, it is the crossroads in their lives, an emotional rebirth, a lightening of the spirit at the sight of so many animals and so much space. Governors opened Kenya’s first exclusive safari camp in the early 1970s and today it still upholds the best-kept traditions. This safari is small and exclusive. Where days are spent on game drives, and boating in the Rift Valley. Expect the guides to be excellent, the food delightful and the accommodation extremely comfortable. Governors provide a ‘home from home’ service, with all meals and activities included. The team is very flexible and tries to tailor all activities around its guests. At Loldia, activities include guided boat rides and trips to Lake Nakuru and Hell’s Gate National Parks, and a visit to the local flower farms and a local school.
Governors Sky Safari Day-to-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: Nairobi – Naivasha
Early morning collection from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or a city center hotel and transfer to Wilson airport for the scheduled Governors Aviation departing Nairobi at 9.30 am and arriving at Loldia airstrip at 9.50 am, on arrival at the airstrip, clients will be met by the lodge vehicle and transfer to the lodge arriving in time for lunch on the lawn overlooking Mt Longonot. Afternoon at leisure on the farm, witnessing the prolific variety of birdlife on the lake and the lake shore. Dinner in the traditional dining room.
Overnight at Loldia House in a Cottage Room on a full board and activities basis including purified water and laundry.
Loldia House
The early settlers found vast herds of game including predators, and a profusion of birdlife around these spectacular lakes. They lived an outdoor lifestyle. Riding, hunting, fishing, and walking. Loldia House was established by a settler who arrived by ox wagon just after the Boer War and it’s still owned by the same family today. Nestled under acacia and wild fig trees on the western shores of Lake Naivasha, there are just a handful of comfortable double rooms with en suite bathrooms here. The cuisine and the service are both absolutely first-rate.
The farm is ideally situated to visit the flamingo lakes of Nakuru and Elementaita. With Nakuru offering excellent viewing chances for white rhinos seen amongst an abundance of other bird and animal life. The 6,500 acres of farm is well stocked with herds of cattle and a flock of farmed ostriches. Interspersed with impala, waterbuck, and other plains game. Boat trips may be arranged on Lake Naivasha for fishing and birdwatching, and visits can be made to Hell’s Gate National Park with its spectacular canyon, hot springs, and high raptor population. Activities are tailor-made for each guest.
DAY 2: Great Rift Valley
Early breakfast before departing to Lake Nakuru National Park. A morning game drive around Lake Nakuru, famous for its abundance of flamingos and a large variety of water birds. Lake Nakuru is also one of Kenya’s Rhino Sanctuaries. Large numbers of Rhinos are regularly seen. Along with good sightings of Leopard. Lunch is under the Acacia trees overlooking the lake. Returning to Loldia in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Loldia House in a Cottage Room on a full board and activities basis including purified water and laundry.
DAY 3: Naivasha – Masai Mara
Enjoy your breakfast on the lawns of Loldia House. After breakfast, transfer to the Loldia airstrip to catch the Governors Aviation flight direct to the Mara. It departs from Loldia at around 10.15 am and arrives Governors’ airstrip at around 11 am. You will enjoy a short game drive en route to the camp. Lunch in camp, after which, relax in camp. Head out on an afternoon game drive to explore Masai Mara National Reserve. Returning to camp before sundown. Pre-dinner drinks around the campfire, and a candlelit dinner in the dining tent.
Overnight at Governors’ Camp in a Luxury Tent on a full board basis, including all soft drinks, beers, and house wines.
Governors’ Camp
Governors’ Camp lies on the banks of the Mara River in the west of the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. The camp is in a spot once reserved for the colonial governors of Kenya and their royal visitors. When it opened in 1972, it set new standards in luxury as a tented camp. Placing particular emphasis on comfort and service. Maintaining these qualities, the camp has been refined and improved over the years. However, particular care has been taken to preserve an atmosphere in which today’s travelers may share some of the experiences of a classic safari and enjoy the landscape and wildlife that so inspired adventurers such as Hemingway.
Tents are carefully positioned for uninterrupted views from their verandas and are stylishly decorated. Niceties such as wake up calls with tea and ginger biscuits at your tent. Meals are delicious. Many people dress up for dinner! Activities are extremely flexible with walking and 4×4 safaris offered.
DAY 4 and 5: Masai Mara
Early morning game drive at dawn, returning to the Camp for breakfast. A 10.30 am game drive, returning to the camp for lunch. A 3.30 pm game drive returning to camp before sundown.
Overnight at Governors’ Camp in a Luxury Tent on a full board basis, including all soft drinks, beers, and house wines.
DAY 6: Masai Mara – Nairobi
An early morning game drive, followed by breakfast. Transfer to the airstrip for the flight to Nairobi departing at around 11 am. Arriving in Nairobi at around 11,45 am. On arrival at Wilson airport, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or a city hotel.
Governors Sky Safari Rates
Cost per person sharing:
1st April until 25th May 2023: $3000
26th May until 25th June 2023: $3845
26th June until 31st October 2023: $5010
1st November until 10th December 2023: $3875
11th to 31st December 2023: $5010
OR: Upgrade to Little Governor’s Camp:
Little Governor’s Camp
Opened in 1976 Little Governor’s Camp sits around a small lake that teems with birds and wildlife. The seventeen tents are reached by boat, across the Mara River. The exquisite setting is serene and romantic. The serenity is only broken by visiting hippos, which graze here at night. And by the rich birdlife that lives near or by the river. It is like Governors’ Camp yet more intimate and entirely under canvas. The tents at Little Governors’ private verandas overlook a water hole that is extremely popular with wildlife, particularly elephants. Luxurious furnishings, private bathrooms, a fully stocked bar, wonderful service, and a highly experienced French Chef ensure that travelers experience a true safari yet enjoy a high degree of comfort.
Cost per person sharing:
1st April until 25th May 2023: $3200
26th May until 25th June 2023: $4035
26th June until 31st October 2023: $5370
1st November until 10th December 2023: $4062
11th to 31st December 2023: $5370
Governors Sky Safari Costs Include / Exclude
Cost Includes
- Meet and greet services at the airport or Nairobi city center hotel.
- Activities are on a shared basis in camp 4×4 vehicles with camp guides.
- Park fees and government taxes. Lake Nakuru Park Fee is included for one day
- Flights Nairobi/Naivasha/Mara/Nairobi as specified on the itinerary.
Cost Excludes
- Visas and international flights
- Airport taxes (clients pay direct)
- Driver-guide gratuities, drinks (unless as specified above), dining rooms tips, portage
- Personal travel, baggage, and medical insurance
- Telephone bill and any items of a personal nature
- Park Fees for excursions to Hells Gate from Loldia House are to be paid directly.