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The Hemingways name has long been synonymous with the finest hospitality in East Africa, and this carefully curated nine-day journey places you exclusively within the Hemingways Collection — three exceptional properties, each a benchmark of luxury in its own extraordinary setting. Begin with a night of refined comfort at the iconic Hemingways Nairobi, where colonial elegance meets contemporary luxury in the heart of the city. Fly west to the legendary Maasai Mara for three nights at the intimate Hemingways River Camp, where thrilling game drives and guided bush walks fill the days and the sounds of the African night fill the rest. Then trade the savannah for the Indian Ocean, touching down in Malindi for a four-night retreat at Hemingways Watamu — where azure waters, pristine beaches, and exceptional dining deliver the perfect coastal finale to an unforgettable safari.
Your Hemingways Experience begins the moment you land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where a private representative will meet you in the arrivals hall for a smooth transfer to Hemingways Nairobi. Nestled in the leafy suburb of Karen, this celebrated hotel sets the tone for everything that follows — a place where discreet service, elegant surroundings, and exceptional cuisine create a seamless transition between your international journey and the adventure ahead.
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Set in the peaceful suburb of Karen, Hemingways Nairobi is one of the city's most acclaimed luxury hotels — a haven of refined colonial elegance and attentive, personalised service.
1 Night · Bed & Breakfast
After a leisurely breakfast at Hemingways Nairobi, transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled morning flight to the Maasai Mara. As the Nairobi skyline falls away and the landscape below opens into endless rolling savannah, the anticipation builds. The Mara needs no introduction — it is Africa's most celebrated wildlife arena, a place where the drama of the natural world plays out in full view across golden grasslands. On arrival, your Hemingways River Camp guide will be waiting to escort you directly into the reserve for an afternoon game drive. By the time you return to camp as the sun sinks low, you will already understand why this place captures hearts so completely.
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An intimate, exclusively tented camp positioned within the private conservancy bordering the Maasai Mara, Hemingways River Camp delivers exceptional game viewing with all the warmth and attention of a private home.
1 Night · Full Board
Rise before dawn to join your guide for an early morning game drive — the finest hours for predator activity in the Mara. Lions returning from the night hunt, hyena clans dispersing across the plains, and the theatrical spectacle of a cheetah scanning the grasslands for her morning quarry. Hemingways River Camp's exclusive location within a private conservancy means night game drives are permitted — a remarkable experience unavailable in the main reserve, offering encounters with aardvark, bush babies, genets, and nocturnal predators moving freely under the stars. Return to camp between drives for a relaxed bush lunch before heading out again as the afternoon light turns the savannah gold.
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The camp's private conservancy setting unlocks experiences beyond what the main reserve allows — night drives, guided bush walks, and unlimited off-road access for intimate wildlife encounters.
1 Night · Full Board
Your final full day in the Maasai Mara offers the freedom to tailor the experience entirely to your pace. Begin with a guided bush walk — on foot, the Mara reveals an entirely different dimension. Your guide will trace animal spoor, identify medicinal plants, and bring you to within respectful proximity of giraffe, zebra, and impala in a way no vehicle ever can. The afternoon is yours to spend as you wish: a further game drive, time at camp watching elephants move through the trees, or simply surrendering to the rhythm of the African bush. As the sun descends and the horizon glows amber, gather with fellow guests for a magical sundowner on the open plains — a fitting farewell to the Mara.
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A final, unhurried day in one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations — time to absorb the bush at your own pace before the journey continues to the coast.
1 Night · Full Board
After a final early drive and breakfast at camp, transfer to the Mara airstrip for your morning flight back to Nairobi's Wilson Airport. Following a brief layover, board your connecting scheduled flight to Malindi — gateway to Kenya's spectacular North Coast. The transition is immediate and intoxicating: within hours, the amber grasslands of the Mara give way to the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Your Hemingways Watamu vehicle will meet you at Malindi Airport for the short transfer along the coast road to the hotel. Settle into your ocean-facing suite as the trade winds carry the scent of the sea, and raise a glass as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean — the bush behind you, the beach ahead.
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Hemingways Watamu is Kenya's premier coastal retreat — a legendary address on the shores of Watamu Marine National Park, where impeccable service and breathtaking ocean views define every moment.
1 Night · Full Board
Your first full day on the Kenyan coast is yours to shape entirely. Watamu Marine National Park is one of the most biodiverse marine environments in East Africa — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve teeming with tropical fish, sea turtles, dolphins, and coral gardens of extraordinary colour and complexity. Spend the morning snorkelling or diving in the warm, crystalline waters with an expert marine guide, or board a traditional dhow for a leisurely exploration of the coastline. In the afternoon, the hotel's infinity pool and private beach beckon, or opt for a guided kayak through the protected mangrove channels at the edge of the bay. Wherever the day takes you, return to Hemingways for the finest seafood dinner on the Kenyan coast.
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Days at Watamu blend seamlessly between ocean adventure and complete relaxation, all set against one of Kenya's most beautiful stretches of protected coastline.
1 Night · Full Board
Watamu has built an international reputation as one of the world's finest deep-sea fishing destinations, and today offers the opportunity to test that claim. Aboard a fully equipped sport-fishing vessel, your experienced crew will track marlin, sailfish, tuna, and wahoo across the deep blue waters of the Indian Ocean — a thrilling pursuit that has drawn anglers to this stretch of coast for generations. Non-fishers will find equal reward in a cultural excursion to the medieval ruins of Gede, a Swahili city abandoned centuries ago and now swallowed by the forest — a hauntingly beautiful window into the coast's ancient trading heritage. The evening belongs to Hemingways' beachfront terrace, where sundowners blur softly into dinner under the stars.
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Whether drawn to the ocean or the coast's remarkable history, Day 7 in Watamu offers rich experiences beyond the beach — and a terrace sunset to rival any in East Africa.
1 Night · Full Board
Your last full day at Hemingways Watamu is a gift — time to spend exactly as you wish with no agenda and nowhere else to be. Sleep late, swim before breakfast, or walk the white sand at low tide as the tide pools reveal their secrets. The hotel's spa offers a menu of treatments drawing on local coastal traditions — the perfect way to restore body and mind before your journey home. For those still seeking adventure, sea turtle tracking with the local conservation team offers an intimate encounter with the loggerhead and green turtles that nest on Watamu's beaches. As the afternoon softens into evening, savour a final sundowner on the terrace, salt air on your skin and a nine-day journey full of memories.
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A final, unscheduled day at one of East Africa's finest beach hotels — time to linger, reflect, and make the most of Watamu's exceptional ocean setting.
1 Night · Full Board
After a final breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean, your Hemingways team will arrange your transfer back to Malindi Airport for the scheduled flight to Nairobi. At Wilson Airport, a private vehicle will be waiting to escort you across the city to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international departure. As the Kenyan coast disappears beneath you and the turquoise of the ocean gives way to open sky, you carry with you the full breadth of this extraordinary country — its wildlife, its wild places, its hospitality, and the unmistakable warmth of a journey that was, from first moment to last, distinctly Hemingways.
Free baggage allowance for each passenger is STRICTLY 15kgs in soft bags, inclusive of hand luggage and cameras. The fares quoted are current and pricing is subject to change based on availability of flight seats at the time of booking.
Situated in the leafy suburb of Karen, Hemingways Nairobi is widely regarded as one of the finest boutique hotels in the city. Drawing on the spirit of Kenya's storied colonial past while offering every modern comfort, the hotel provides an elegant and restful base before or after safari, with exceptional dining, curated wines, and a level of personalised service that defines the Hemingways standard.
Set within a private conservancy bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Hemingways River Camp is an exclusively tented camp offering an intimate and highly personalised safari experience. With just a handful of spacious tents overlooking the river, the camp combines the thrill of a true bush camp with the comfort and culinary standards the Hemingways name demands. Exclusive access to the private conservancy means night drives and off-road game viewing are permitted — significantly enhancing the wildlife experience.
On Kenya's North Coast, Hemingways Watamu has held its place as the region's premier address for decades. Positioned directly on the beach at the edge of Watamu Marine National Park — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — the hotel combines an outstanding natural setting with world-class hospitality, exceptional cuisine, and access to some of East Africa's finest ocean activities. From deep-sea sport fishing to diving, snorkelling, and dhow cruising, the Indian Ocean is your playground.
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