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Governors’ Mugie perfectly combines with our other properties, expanding an already diverse array of wildlife locations and activities. The location is Mugie Conservancy, a private wildlife conservancy in Laikipia of almost 50’000 acres hosting an array of impactful community and conservation programs.
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Ensuite stone cottages are furnished with fireplaces and luxurious baths. Each enjoys an expansive view over the landscape or over the colourful Mugie House garden.
Room Facilities
Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Safe, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe, Wheelchair Friendly
Luxury suite: Enjoy a private plunge pool on your verandah, with views over the Laikipia plains.
Room Facilities
Balcony , Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fireplace, Fridge, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Verandah, Wardrobe, Wheelchair Friendly
An ensuite double and twin room are interconnected by a spacious lounge area and a wide verandah with private plunge pool.
Room Facilities
Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Lounge, Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe
A beautiful stone cottage surrounded by pretty aloe-filled gardens.
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Safe
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Fireplace, Fridge, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Canoeing, Cycling, Elephant Interaction, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing Hide, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Golf, Massages, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Golf, Safaris, Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours
Enjoy our traditional shared game drives with a dedicated, highly qualified and experienced guide, which are available daily, in our specially-designed vehicles. Game drives can depart at any time, though are generally best in the early morning or late afternoon when animals tend to be more active as the temperature is a little cooler. If you would like to extend your afternoon game drive into the early evening, please speak with your guide.
Look out for all members of 'The Mugie Five'; there are five species living on the conservancy which guests of Governors’ Mugie won’t find at any of our other properties. Each is perfectly adapted for a life in more drought-prone regions and each needs special conservation efforts to ensure their long-term survival in the wild as all of their global populations are currently listed as ‘endangered’, or in the case of the striped hyena, ‘near threatened’
Explore the varying landscape of Mugie, from the dam to olive tree forests and acacia scrubland, host to a wealth of diverse wildlife including northern endemic species such as the Grevy's zebra, Jackson's hartebeests, reticulated giraffe and and beisa oryx.
Included in the accommodation rate.
There are currently around 55 lions on Mugie Conservancy with four identified prides and two dispersal groups. Research on predators in the area has seen three females and one male collared, in order to monitor the pride’s movements and better understand where interactions occur, that can lead to human-wildlife conflict.
Guests can head out with our very own guide and tracking equipment to look for the collared lions and learn about the use of this technology assists the conservancy in aiding pastoralists and wildlife to live alongside each other. Please note, the uneven topography dense bush in some areas means that tracking can be challenging and although you may pick up their signal, you might not necessarily find them.
Included in the accommodation rate.
Get up close with nature on a foot safari and experience the untamed beauty of the Laikipia region. Being out of a car will allow you to get down to the same level as the wildlife and the smaller creatures that inhabit this incredible ecosystem. Learn all about them and their importance from your guide. Please note that for safety reasons, participants must be 16 years and over for guided bush walks.
Included in the accommodation rate.
The Mugie Rangers are based close by with a team of bloodhounds who are used for daily anti-poaching patrols. Visit their headquarters to learn about the work they do, and experience the power of their keen scenting skills with a tracking demonstration.
Ask the manager to book a visit for you to meet the dogs and their handlers. If they are available, they will be happy for you to participate in a mock search, to demonstrate the hounds incredible sense of smell, with you hidden away as the ‘poacher’! You’ll be impressed with just how quickly they find you! A small gratuity given directly to the handlers will be greatly appreciated if you enjoyed your experience with them.
A visit to the bloodhound unit is not "charged for" per se, however guests are encouraged to make a donation towards the upkeep of the dogs.
Our spa treatments are designed to ensure that your wellness needs are met while you are with us.
We have made a conscious effort to ensure that all products used are made from natural, plant-based ingredients. Using organic products by The Wild Herb Company is also a way for us to support a small independent business whose commitment to sustainability and ethical practices aligns perfectly with ours.
Explore Mugie’s spectacular landscape and unique wildlife by venturing out on a sustainably powered electric mountain bike with your safari guide.
E-biking on Mugie Conservancy is a great opportunity to embark on an eco-friendly adventure along a stunningly scenic route, with plenty of (close-up) wildlife encounters along the way. We suggest heading out early morning or late afternoon while the day is still relatively cool and the game is more likely to be out in the open. Expect a variety of animals such as zebras, giraffes, oryx, buffalo, warthogs, elephants, impalas, hyenas, Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, to stare curiously as you cruise by.
How do electric bikes work? Simply start peddling which kicks starts a motor that gives consistent electrical energy to the bike. You can literally pedal at your own pace and with ease, feeling completely relaxed with your guide for company and a support car that drives a little distance a head, for safety.
Guests must be 12 years+ for this activity and groups are limited to four people at a time. There is no need to book this activity in advance, nor is there any extra charge.
Included in the accommodation rate.
Mugie Dam is Kenya's third largest private dam with 156 acres of surface area to explore. The dam welcomes a variety of game which comes to drink or graze along the shore - especially elephants that are partial to a playful dip in its refreshing waters.
Governors' Mugie House has four beautiful Canadian canoes which guests can enjoy during an early morning's entertainment. Canoeing on the dam offers a thrilling opportunity to view wildlife from the water, out in the open air, armed with the spirit of adventure. If a family of elephants happens to be bathing at the same time, rest assured that you have just witnessed one of life's most enchanting adventures.
Please note that for safety reasons, participants must be 12 years and over for canoeing excursions.
Included in the accommodation rate.
Mugie's undulating landscape offers some excellent lookout points for a perfect sundowner or bush picnic. As the sunsets, this is a lovely time of the day to take a minute out and watch the sunset over the Laikipia landscape with a cold drink in hand.
Included in the accommodation rate.
Guests staying at Governors’ Mugie have the opportunity to visit the Pokot at a nearby village and learn about the traditions and customs of this colourful tribe who hail from the districts of West Pokot and Baringo.
Watch highly adorned women carry out vibrant song and dance while an elderly lady prepares cloth out of a goat hide. Meanwhile, a village elder demonstrates the art of fire making by rubbing two pieces of wood of different hardnesses together and other men play a fast-paced game of ‘bao’ in the sand.
You are also welcome to take a peek inside one of their homes and understand the importance of gourds; how they are made and the way in which they are used to store milk.
This is a truly fascinating experience and should not be missed. This should be booked in advance if possible and a donation is requested - please ask for more info.
A truly authentic cultural experience from Governors’ Mugie is visiting a nearby Samburu homestead. Interested guests will learn first-hand about this colourful and culturally rich tribe.
The Samburu are a Nilotic people of north-central Kenya who are related to but distinct from the Maasai. They are semi-nomadic pastoralists who herd mainly cattle but also keep sheep, goats and camels and are widely known for their beautiful attire.
You will be welcomed inside their home, which is made of wattle and plastered with a mixture of cow dung and earth. The houses are dark, and smoke from their constantly smouldering fireplace fills the air.
Outside, you will enjoy a vibrant song and dance performance by the ladies, learn how to make a fire in the traditional way by rubbing two sticks together, and appreciate all of the comings and goings of Samburu's daily life.
This should be booked in advance, and a donation is requested. Please ask for more info.
Enjoy a round of golf on this 9-hole private course, Kenya’s most northern golf course! Caddies can help you whether you are a beginner or a pro. A tip is suggested for the caddy as they are not employees of Governors’ Mugie. The golf course is also a perfect place for a walk or jog or a spot of birdwatching!
The cost for golfing is USD 40 per person if guests need to hire clubs or USD 25 per person if guests bring their own.
Mugie Conservancy is at the forefront of conservation, operating as a low-impact cattle ranch and farm alongside preserving the delicate and productive ecosystems that host abundant wildlife and providing key corridors for wildlife between the Laikipia plateau, the Mathews Range, and the Samburu lands to the north and east. Guests are welcome to visit the Ranch Headquarters to understand how it functions alongside securing essential habitats for wildlife.
The Mugie Trading Stock has created a new era of community livestock management based on shared resources. This unique program benefits all parties and furthers conservation, environmental, and ecological consciousness. Saturday is Mugie's 'Dip Day' - a fascinating experience for those who wish to see this cutting-edge program for themselves.
Head down to Mugie's Nomotio farm to collect freshly laid eggs or watch the dairy cows being milked at dawn. Learn about the Miraa plant and how it provides much-needed income for many of our community neighbours.
Up at our lodge, one of our gardeners will be delighted to show you around the on-site vegetable garden, which supplies most of the leafy greens we use in our fresh salads, herbs, capsicum, chillies, courgettes and much more.
Included in the accommodation rate.
Discreetly sunken into the ground, our hide offers an unobtrusive perspective and eye-level views of animals and birds at the waterhole. Guests can spend any amount of time in the well-designed structure, which has four bunk beds, a bathroom and a wide working bench with charging sockets.
Expect all kinds of activity throughout the day; elephants, giraffes, impalas, buffalos, zebras, and more will come and go to quench their thirst, especially in the dry season.
Located just 200 meters below the main house, one of our armed guards will escort you to the hide as part of our walking experience, or we can drive you down. Once you are settled in, we can keep you company or leave you to enjoy this enriching experience alone.
