Ol Seki Hemingways Mara is a tented camp set in the Naboisho Private Conservancy, which borders Kenya's Maasai Mara Reserve. A private conservancy offers you an exclusive safari experience as well as additional activities such as night drives and walks. Big game viewing, particularly predators, is extraordinary year-round. From August to October game numbers spike dramatically with the coming of the Great Migration.
The 9 exclusive luxury tents provide you with 270° panoramic views of the Mara plains. There are 6 domed 'Nina' tents and an expansive private villa - 'Simba'. Each features a private viewing deck for casual game viewing and intimate dinners. The Simba villa is perfect for added privacy and comes with its own dedicated chef and private safari vehicle. The main area comprises of a library, dining tent, infinity swimming pool and Sunset Deck with a large firepit where you can relax between game drives and where you will gather for a drink before supper.
Book 4 nights and only pay for 3 nights. This offer is only valid between 20 May - 30 June 2025 and 01 September - 19 December 2025. Honeymoon offer: 50% off one partner's accommodation when staying 3 nights or more. This offer is only valid between 04 January - 15 June 2025 and 01 November - 19 December 2025. Terms and conditions apply.
The conservancy has one of the highest densities of lion in Africa
70% of camp staff come from local Maasai communities
Wildlife viewing in a pristine setting away from mass tourism
Family rooms and childrens bushcraft activities
A mobile kitchen - dine in a variety of outdoor locations
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9 Safari Tents & 1 Villa
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
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"Take the chance to dine in the unique Ol Seki Cave, previously inhabited by traditional Maasai hunger/scavenger called Letilet. It's an intimate venue for a romantic dinner."
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4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Cultural Experience
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
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Annabelle Chang, 25th March 2025
holiday to Ol Seki Hemingways Mara
We loved staying in our “tent,” and enjoyed feeling like we were part of the Maasai Mara. The staff were helpful, attentive and always gracious. We loved this place.
We probably didn't appreciate enough before the trip what it meant to be in a conservancy. Our game drives felt nearly private all week and at most we would see 5 other cars out in the bush circled around an animal. Our guide Patrick was extremely well-informed and personable. Everyone at the camp …
Hands down our favorite part of the whole trip! We loved the small and intimate feel of the entire camp. Our safari guide Michael was so knowledgeable and brought us to see all the most amazing animals and witness some pretty cool experiences! Like the lions eating a giraffe and the hyenas taking d…
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9 Safari Tents & 1 Villa
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Cultural Experience
Kids Bushcraft
Food Experiences
