On Friday, 16 October, Governors’ Camp Collection joined fellow conservationists, tourism professionals and industry leaders at EcoTourism Kenya’s 2026 EcoWarrior Awards, held at the Regency Hyatt Hotel in Nairobi. The evening celebrated the individuals and organisations championing responsible tourism in Kenya, and we were proud to receive recognition across several categories.
Bernard Koros, Alisa Karstad, Jess Savage and Ann Mbaabu attended on behalf of Governors’ Camp Collection
With the EcoTourism Kenya team – photo credits EcoTourism Kenya
Bernard has been recognised as a Leading Guide in Offering Responsible Journeys. This prestigious sub-category celebrates guides who demonstrate creativity and innovation in guiding approaches and visitor engagement techniques, depth of knowledge and quality of interpretation, including the ability to communicate sustainability and conservation messages, a strong commitment to the promotion of responsible visitor behaviour, and exceptional leadership and professionalism in advancing responsible tourism standards within the guiding profession.
Bernard Koros – photo credit EcoTourism Kenya
Thank you, Bernard, for going beyond traditional guiding roles and for making positive contributions to our local communities and destinations! We’re proud to work alongside you.
Bernard Koros is one of our guides at Loldia House
We were also delighted to receive recognition in three further categories:
Each recognition reflects an important aspect of our approach to tourism, from supporting ecosystem restoration and communicating the value of conservation to embracing more thoughtful, sustainable practices in our day-to-day operations.
Our Impact Manager, Alisa, with Mara Elephant Project
For almost 55 years, Governors’ Camp Collection has been part of Kenya’s safari story. Throughout this journey, our commitment has extended beyond creating memorable wilderness experiences to supporting the landscapes, wildlife and communities that make them possible.
Governors’ team with the Mara Elephant Project’s Long Term Monitoring Team
We believe that responsible tourism has a meaningful role to play in protecting natural habitats, supporting local livelihoods and creating opportunities for future generations. Through our ongoing conservation partnerships, community initiatives and efforts to encourage more responsible travel, we continue to work towards a future in which tourism and conservation thrive together.
Our Children In The Wilderness Community Coordinator, Sharon, at Enkereri School
These awards are a welcome acknowledgement of the people, partnerships and shared purpose behind this work.
Our Impact
