Of all the seven Governor’s Camps, Governor’s Il Moran is top of the range. Hidden under ancient trees, deep in the forest, are just 10 tents lining the winding banks of the Mara River. From July to October the Mara becomes the backdrop for one of the great natural wonders of the world, when 1.5 million wildebeest and zebra surge up the Serengeti plains in their annual search for the seasonal grasses that sustain them.

The stunning beds are handmade from specially selected wood taken from ancient olive trees. Large en-suite bathrooms have flush toilets, a lovely big shower with piping-hot water, and a Victorian bath where you can soak away the day’s dust. Each tent also has an extended verandah – for private dinners or simply for relaxing and enjoying the sights and sounds – birds and butterflies abound, elephant wander through the camp, at night leopard call nearby. During the day, meals are served outdoors amongst the trees. In the evening guests can enjoy cordon-bleu dinners by candlelight, deep in the African bush. Nowhere else can guests get so far from civilisation, yet stay in such comfort.