Governors' Mugie
Place:
Laikipia, Kenya
Placemakers:
Aris and Romi Grammaticas
Ethos:
A sanctuary of conservation and community impact amidst Laikipia’s wild beauty.
Governors’ Mugie offers a myriad of activities by which to explore Laikipia’s vast, open landscapes and certain endangered ‘dry country species.’ Individual stone cottages with wide windows are set out around a hill in the heart of the conservancy, giving sweeping views over the Laikipia plains and Mt. Kenya. Each spacious, en-suite cottage offers luxurious bath tubs and open log fires. A large main house hosts guests for cocktails and delicious meals, prepared with ingredients sourced from their own vegetable garden.
Guests can cool off in the infinity pool while a waterhole set below Governors’ Mugie attracts a variety of wildlife. There are e-bikes, Canadian-style canoes, Kenya’s most northern golf course, and a pool-side spa to take advantage of.
The Conservancy is at the forefront of conservation, operating as a low-impact cattle ranch alongside preserving the delicate and productive ecosystems that host abundant wildlife. Cutting edge community grazing programs and community empowerment projects have encouraged engagement and investment from the local community in the conservation goals of Mugie.
Governors’ Mugie has been awarded a Silver Eco Rating by Eco-Tourism Kenya for their sustainable tourism practices in place.
Particulars:
Accommodates 18 guests
5 double/twin cottages all with infinite views across the Laikipia plains (except for the ‘garden cottage’)
1 honeymoon suite: Stunning interiors and a private plunge pool on the veranda.
1 family cottage: An en-suite double and twin room are interconnected by a spacious lounge area with a wide veranda and private plunge pool.
Facilities:
Charging facilities in rooms and main area.
Universal sockets
Wi-Fi and cell reception
Indoor and al fresco dining
Gift shop
Infinity pool
Laundry
Purified drinking water
Morning tea and coffee
Spa room offering a range of massages
Waterhole and hide set below the house
Nearby Mugie golf course
Activities:
Day and night game drives
Golfing on Mugie’s golf course
Waterhole and hide for up-close encounters
Sunrise canoeing on Mugie Dam
Conservation activities such as lion tracking and visits to the anti-poaching unit
Guided bush walks
E-bikes
The Conservatory Exclusives:
Curated welcome amenity (at property’s discretion)
