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The mission of Hemingway Safaris is to introduce clients to a broader picture of Africa; one that embraces the people and culture, remote wilderness adventure, and wildlife conservation, suited to the ecological commitments of our times.

Hemingway Safaris was created organically by Brian Gaisford. What started as a way to introduce family and friends to the safari wilderness, has developed into a full time operation. Brian has led over 100 safaris in more than 20 countries to date. With a taste for adventure, he has always sought to make every trip a little different by continuously exploring new regions and cultivating on-the-ground lasting relationships. Brian is now an expert on Sub-Saharan travel as a whole.

Whether traveling luxuriously or on a budget, Hemingway Safaris can design an experience with a unique personal touch. We run both pre-set group itineraries and custom designed trips throughout Africa. There are no other safari companies in NYC where you can find this level of experience or accessibility.

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The Hemingway Safari – Sopa Option

• Group Safari
• Country: Tanzania
• Start Day: Monday

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Today you will make your way to downtown Arusha, where you will have time for a safari briefing. You will be transferred to Lake Manyara Park, made up of forest, arid land and a soda lake that attracts over 400 species of bird, The park is also home to tree climbing lions, leopards, giraffe, elephant and well as plains game and hippo, home to the huge migratory Pink Flamingos.

This afternoon take a safari to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy the evening at your leisure. Lake Manyara kilimamoja lodge is the ideal place in which to base your northern safari experience. The Ngorongoro Crater, Oldeani, Lake Eyasi, Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Highlands is just a short drive from the lodge. Sitting around the ouside fireplace watching the sun setting over the Great Rift Valley and listening to the humming of the birds the background is a fitting way to end the day, and preparing you for your sumptuous dinner feast.

Dinner and Overnight: Kilimamoja Lodge (L,D)

Lake Manyara to Serengeti

This morning, you will proceed to Serengeti National Park. En route game viewing. Arrive at your lodge for lunch. After you check into your lodge, and you will experience the afternoon game drive in the world’s most famous preserve, Serengeti National Park. Once you return, you will dine at the lodge and the evening is yours to enjoy.

Located on the edge of the escarpment overlooking the plains of the south-western Serengeti National Park, home to many thousands of wild and rare animals, Serengeti Sopa Lodge lies within an area of out-standing natural beauty. An oasis of cool relaxation from the equatorial sun.

The lodge allows its guests to experience magnificent sights and enjoy interaction with the land and animals difficult to find elsewhere, whilst at the same time enjoying the highest level of cuisine and hospitality.

Dinner and Overnight: Serengeti Sopa Lodge. (B,L,D)

A full day game drive of the Serengeti Park, with all meals.

Serengeti National Park probably the most famous wildlife refuge in the world. Its eco-system is one of the oldest on earth. The essential features of climate, vegetation and fauna have barely changed in the past million years. Early man himself made an appearance in Olduvai Gorge about two million years ago. Some patterns of life, death, adaptation and migration are as old as the hills themselves. The eco-system extends over a much larger area and includes the Maasai Mara in Kenya and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, linking over 25,000 km2 of land in which animals can move freely. Much of this is nutritious grassland which acts as a magnet for wildebeest, zebra, impala and Thomson’s gazelle.

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

This morning, you will be doing your last morning game drive in Serengeti National Park with picnic lunch boxes with en-route game drive to Ngorongoro Conservation area for overnight stay.

Located Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater’s entire rim, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge stands well over half a kilometre above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.

Dinner and Overnight: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge (B,L,D)

Ngorongoro Crater

Today you will descend 2,000 feet (over 600 meters) to the floor of the crater for a full-day crater tour with picnic lunch.

Explore the forest areas inhabited by monkeys and elephants; the lake area, where you may see the flamingos; and the open savannah, where the lions hunt for food. Late afternoon, return to your lodge.

Enjoy your evening at leisure overlooking the crater below.

Ngorongoro to Tarangire National Park

This morning proceed to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and enjoy your lunch in the scenic surroundings.

After lunch, head out for your first game drive of this safari. Lesser kudu, eland, lion and gerenuk can be found in this beautiful park, noted for its multitude of baobab trees and the greatest concentration of elephants in Africa.

Return to your lodge for dinner and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Dinner and Overnight: Tarangire Sopa Lodge (B,L,D)

Tarangire to Arusha

This morning, after breakfast you return to Arusha for Lunch. Drop off to Kilimanjaro international airport for your onward flight.

We can arrange a beach extension in Zanzibar or an additional night in Arusha at your request.

End of Tour

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Named after Nobel Prize winner Ernest Hemingway, this safari is not only our best seller but also provides visitors with stop overs to all the national parks in northern Tanzania. Beginning with Tarangire National park, the sixth biggest national park in Tanzania; teeming with herds of Elephant, and well known for its Baobab trees; this national park has the utmost concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti ecosystem. This Safari also includes a visit at a world wonder Ngorongoro Crater which was created by the collapse of a volcano over two million years ago and…

Named after Nobel Prize winner Ernest Hemingway, this safari is not only our best seller but also provides visitors with stop overs to all the national parks in northern Tanzania. Beginning with Tarangire National park, the sixth biggest national park in Tanzania; teeming with herds of Elephant, and well known for its Baobab trees; this national park has the utmost concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti ecosystem. This Safari also includes a visit at a world wonder Ngorongoro Crater which was created by the collapse of a volcano over two million years ago and is now home to an impenetrable concentration of wildlife in Africa. You then move on to Tanzania’s oldest national park, the incredible endless plains of the Serengeti. Famed for its annual migration, when a movement of approximately 1.5 million wildebeest throughout the Serengeti and Masai Mara ecosystems. This incredible national park offers arguably the most astonishing game-viewing in Africa. The safari ends with a visit at the lovely lake Manyara National park, this compact national park offers a small-scale version of the Tanzanian safari experience and was described by Ernest Hemingway as “The loveliest I had seen in Africa”.

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Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge

Serengeti Sopa Lodge

Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Tarangire Sopa Lodge

• Accommodation as stipulated in the Itinerary
• Transportation in a 4x4 Vehicle with pop up roof for easy game viewing & photography
• Services of an English speaking driver-guide, game viewing drives and park entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
• All Government taxes and levies
• Flying doctors coverage: Covers you within East Africa for a period of 14 days. In the eventuality of a medical emergency, you will be airlifted to Nairobi where you will be taken to a good hospital. Hospital bills are born by the patient
• All meet and greet services
• 24 hours stand-by contact number.
• 5 or 7 pax guaranteed window seat in each vehicle.
• Two-way long range high frequency radio communication in each vehicle
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• On safari accessories in each vehicle: First-ad kits, wildlife books, cool box and fire extinguisher.
• Airport transfers
• All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, fax/email bills etc.
• Visit to Olduvai gorge - $ 36.00 per person
• Gratuities and Tips to Hotels/Lodges/Camps staff and Driver/Guide (s)
• Alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.
• Any local or international flight/s and departure taxes and other taxes
• Laundry services
• Flights – National or International – (Local flights - Subject to your programme)
• Concession fees (Incase of any new fees introduce by parks without our knowledge
• Visa fees (currently US$ 50.00 per passport holder) . Visas are available on arrival at all Entry point/s
• Any other item (s) not included in our itinerary

Pricing Information & Dates

€ 2531.06, £ 2200.93, build your own holiday, recommended tours.

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If we suspect that criminal or potential criminal conduct has been occurred, we will in certain circumstances need to contact an appropriate authority, such as the police. This could be the case, for instance, if we suspect that we fraud or a cyber crime has been committed or if we receive threats or malicious communications towards us or third parties.

We will generally only need to process your information for this purpose if you were involved or affected by such an incident in some way.

Legitimate interests:  preventing crime or suspected criminal activity (such as fraud).

In connection with the enforcement or potential enforcement our legal rights

We will use your information in connection with the enforcement or potential enforcement of our legal rights, including, for example, sharing information with debt collection agencies if you do not pay amounts owed to us when you are contractually obliged to do so. Our legal rights may be contractual (where we have entered into a contract with you) or non-contractual (such as legal rights that we have under copyright law or tort law).

Legitimate interest:  enforcing our legal rights and taking steps to enforce our legal rights.

In connection with a legal or potential legal dispute or proceedings

We may need to use your information if we are involved in a dispute with you or a third party for example, either to resolve the dispute or as part of any mediation, arbitration or court resolution or similar process.

Legitimate interest(s):  resolving disputes and potential disputes.

This section sets out how long we retain your information. We have set out specific retention periods where possible. Where that has not been possible, we have set out the criteria we use to determine the retention period.

Retention periods

Server log information:  we retain information on our server logs for 3 months.

Order information:  when you place an order for goods and services, we retain that information for seven years following the end of the financial year in which you placed your order, in accordance with our legal obligation to keep records for tax purposes.

Correspondence and enquiries:  when you make an enquiry or correspond with us for any reason, whether by email or via our contact form or by phone, we will retain your information for as long as it takes to respond to and resolve your enquiry, and for 36 further month(s), after which point we will archive your information.

Newsletter:  we retain the information you used to sign up for our newsletter for as long as you remain subscribed (i.e. you do not unsubscribe).

Membership:  we retain the information you used to sign up for our memberships for as long as you remain subscribed (i.e. you do not unsubscribe).

Criteria for determining retention periods

In any other circumstances, we will retain your information for no longer than necessary, taking into account the following:

• the purpose(s) and use of your information both now and in the future (such as whether it is necessary to continue to store that information in order to continue to perform our obligations under a contract with you or to contact you in the future);
• whether we have any legal obligation to continue to process your information (such as any record-keeping obligations imposed by relevant law or regulation);
• whether we have any legal basis to continue to process your information (such as your consent);
• how valuable your information is (both now and in the future);
• any relevant agreed industry practices on how long information should be retained;
• the levels of risk, cost and liability involved with us continuing to hold the information;
• how hard it is to ensure that the information can be kept up to date and accurate; and
• any relevant surrounding circumstances (such as the nature and status of our relationship with you).]

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your information and to protect it against unauthorised or unlawful use and accidental loss or destruction, including:

• only sharing and providing access to your information to the minimum extent necessary, subject to confidentiality restrictions where appropriate, and on an anonymised basis wherever possible;
• using secure servers to store your information;
• verifying the identity of any individual who requests access to information prior to granting them access to information;
• using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) software to encrypt any payment transactions you make on or via our website;
• only transferring your information via closed system or encrypted data transfers;

Transmission of information to us by email

Transmission of information over the internet is not entirely secure, and if you submit any information to us over the internet (whether by email, via our website or any other means), you do so entirely at your own risk.

We cannot be responsible for any costs, expenses, loss of profits, harm to reputation, damages, liabilities or any other form of loss or damage suffered by you as a result of your decision to transmit information to us by such means.

Your information may be transferred and stored outside the European Economic Area (EEA) in the circumstances set out earlier in this policy.

We will also transfer your information outside the EEA or to an international organisation in order to comply with legal obligations to which we are subject (compliance with a court order, for example). Where we are required to do so, we will ensure appropriate safeguards and protections are in place.

Subject to certain limitations on certain rights, you have the following rights in relation to your information, which you can exercise by writing to the data controller using the details provided at the top of this policy.

• to request access to your information  and information related to our use and processing of your information;
• to request the correction or deletion  of your information;
• to request that we restrict our use  of your information;
• to receive information which you have provided to us in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format  (e.g. a CSV file) and the right to have that information transferred to another data controller (including a third party data controller);
• to object to the processing of your information for certain purposes  (for further information, see the section below entitled Your right to object to the processing of your information for certain purposes); and
• to withdraw your consent to our use of your information at any time where we rely on your consent to use or process that information. Please note that if you withdraw your consent, this will not affect the lawfulness of our use and processing of your information on the basis of your consent before the point in time when you withdraw your consent.

In accordance with Article 77 of the General Data Protection Regulation, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in particular in the Member State of your habitual residence, place of work or of an alleged infringement of the General Data Protection Regulation.

Further information on your rights in relation to your personal data as an individual

You can find out further information about your rights, as well as information on any limitations which apply to those rights, by reading the underlying legislation contained in Articles 12 to 22 and 34 of the General Data Protection Regulation, which is available here: http://ec.europa.eu/justice/data-protection/reform/files/regulation_oj_en.pdf

Verifying your identity where you request access to your information

Where you request access to your information, we are required by law to use all reasonable measures to verify your identity before doing so.

These measures are designed to protect your information and to reduce the risk of identity fraud, identity theft or general unauthorised access to your information.

How we verify your identity

Where we possess appropriate information about you on file, we will attempt to verify your identity using that information.

If it is not possible to identity you from such information, or if we have insufficient information about you, we may require original or certified copies of certain documentation in order to be able to verify your identity before we are able to provide you with access to your information.

We will be able to confirm the precise information we require to verify your identity in your specific circumstances if and when you make such a request.

Your right to object

You have the following rights in relation to your information, which you may exercise in the same way as you may exercise by writing to the data controller using the details provided at the top of this policy.

• to object to us using or processing your information where we use or process it in order to  carry out a task in the public interest or for our legitimate interests , including ‘profiling’ (i.e. analysing or predicting your behaviour based on your information) based on any of these purposes; and
• to object to us using or processing your information for  direct marketing purposes  (including any profiling we engage in that is related to such direct marketing).

You may also exercise your right to object to us using or processing your information for direct marketing purposes by:

• clicking the unsubscribe link  contained at the bottom of any marketing email we send to you and following the instructions which appear in your browser following your clicking on that link;
• sending an email  to [email protected], asking that we stop sending you marketing communications or by including the words “OPT OUT”.

Sensitive Personal Information

‘Sensitive personal information’ is information about an individual that reveals their racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, or trade union membership, genetic information, biometric information for the purpose of uniquely identifying an individual, information concerning health or information concerning a natural person’s sex life or sexual orientation.

We do not knowingly or intentionally collect sensitive personal information from individuals, and you must not submit sensitive personal information to us.

If, however, you inadvertently or intentionally transmit sensitive personal information to us, you will be considered to have explicitly consented to us processing that sensitive personal information under Article 9(2)(a) of the General Data Protection Regulation. We will use and process your sensitive personal information for the purposes of deleting it.

We update and amend our Privacy Policy from time to time.

Minor changes to our Privacy Policy

Where we make minor changes to our Privacy Policy, we will update our Privacy Policy with a new effective date stated at the beginning of it. Our processing of your information will be governed by the practices set out in that new version of the Privacy Policy from its effective date onwards.

Major changes to our Privacy Policy or the purposes for which we process your information

Where we make major changes to our Privacy Policy or intend to use your information for a new purpose or a different purpose than the purposes for which we originally collected it, we will notify you by email (where possible) or by posting a notice on our website.

We will provide you with the information about the change in question and the purpose and any other relevant information before we use your information for that new purpose.

Wherever required, we will obtain your prior consent before using your information for a purpose that is different from the purposes for which we originally collected it.

Because we care about the safety and privacy of children online, we comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA). COPPA and its accompanying regulations protect the privacy of children using the internet. We do not knowingly contact or collect information from persons under the age of 18. The website is not intended to solicit information of any kind from persons under the age of 18.

It is possible that we could receive information pertaining to persons under the age of 18 by the fraud or deception of a third party. If we are notified of this, as soon as we verify the information, we will, where required by law to do so, immediately obtain the appropriate parental consent to use that information or, if we are unable to obtain such parental consent, we will delete the information from our servers. If you would like to notify us of our receipt of information about persons under the age of 18, please do so by contacting us by using the details at the top of this policy.

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WHAT IS A COOKIE?

A cookie is a file containing an identifier (a string of letters and numbers) that is sent by a web server to a web browser and is stored by the browser. The identifier is then sent back to the server each time the browser requests a page from the server.

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Welcome to the Hemingways collection

Hemingways collection represents the definitive portfolio of luxury boutique hotels, residences & camps in kenya..

Our four iconic properties – Hemingways Nairobi, Hemingways Ol Seki Mara, Hemingways Watamu and Hemingways Eden Residence – built on decades of experience in tailored travel, will make you feel at home in the myriad landscapes of this diverse country. From the glowing amber sunsets of the Maasai Mara to the azure horizon of the Watamu coastline, we will host you with the effortless refinement for which Hemingways is renowned.

If that’s not enough, we invite you to witness the sun set Ngong Hills ablaze every evening from the balcony of your suite at Hemingways Nairobi, our boutique city hotel, enveloped in the sanctuary of Karen or escape into absolute tranquility at Hemingways Eden, our charming boutique hotel and private gallery nestled in the leafy suburbs of Karen.

Relax in our spas, indulge in our cuisine, enjoy the very best of Kenyan hospitality and service and ultimately explore the quintessential experience of Africa.

Explore the Wildlife on Safari in the Masai Mara

Climate & weather.

Kenya lies on the equator and has a very pleasant tropical climate; the weather is warm throughout the year with no summers or winters.

There are two rainy seasons, the longer rains in late April, May and early June and the short rains for a few weeks in November and December.

There is a relatively cool season from late June to August whilst January and September are the warmest months. Daytime temperatures average between 20°C/68°F and 28°C/82°F, but it is warmer at the coast. The coast is hot and humid all year round but the heat is pleasant and tempered by the monsoon breezes.

The Big 5, the Great Migration, a beautiful diversity of landscapes, wildlife conservation, fascinating cultures, 45 national parks, white sandy beaches, highlands and mountain ranges, the incredible kindness and hospitality of the Kenyan people. The list of attractions is endless and anyone who has had the pleasure of visiting this remarkable country will attest to the extraordinary experiences to be had in magical Kenya. It really is the holiday of a lifetime.

About Hemingways

Culture & traditions

Kenya is a multi-ethnic country comprised of more than 70 ethnic groups, each with its own language, that range from the Maasai, Samburu, Kikuyu and Turkana tribes to the Arabs and Indians that settled on the coast and the descendants of the first white settlers in and around Nairobi and the Kenya highlands.

The official languages are English and Swahili, the mainstream religion is Christianity and the currency is the Kenya Shilling.

Our locations

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“First Night in Kenya”

“Feels like a 7 star resort”

Most awesome paradise ! This hotel/resort is so beautiful after the recent renovations. Extremely clean, the politest of the team here to serve you, foods menu has an excellent choice and served very tasty. Serves vegetarian foods upon request to the chef who is willing to cook for you. Excellent facilities throughout this complex. 4 pools in total for children/adults. Awesome beach frontage. White heavenly sandy beach. Need I say more! Overall this feels like a 7stars resort. Recommend to anyone.

“Great services, views and amazing food”

I really loved my stay at the Hemingways Watamu. The service accorded to us was impeccable. The staff is very warm and friendly. They go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The hotel standards are also great and I enjoyed using their facilities I also got to experience the humpback whale migration while at the Hemingways. Their activities list is a must do if you want to experience all that Watamu has to offer. Stephanie, the head chef was really warm. The food, I must repeat was fantastic. Best sea food meals I ever had.

“Magnificent”

Everything was great, super! From the reception, to the room, the food, the view, the activities, the cocktails at the bar. All the staff top it up with their awesomeness! And oh, all the rooms have the ocean view, this is breathtaking. A wonderful place I would recommend for everyone. I would definitely visit again. Thank you for making my stay memorable!

“Wonderful Experience”

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“Excellent 360° experience”

Visited on Sunday for brunch after a long COVID break. The food setup was good and made us comfortable with their serving stations. The food was delicious especially the seafood and topped off with the flowing Prosecco. The service by Paul and Tuvei was very welcoming and professional. I would recommend the brunch for families, friends, couples etc.

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Visit Ol Seki Hemingways

Hemingway’s Old Seki Mara Camp is a luxurious tented camp with a wonderful setting within one of Kenya’s most beautiful landscapes. With panoramic views from its unique position on an escarpment overlooking the Mara plains, Ol Seki is surrounded by the Naboisho Conservancy and its 200 square kilometres of pristine wilderness. This large, private area has an open, unfenced border with the Maasai Mara allowing a full migration of wildlife throughout the vicinity.

Accommodation

Guests are accommodated within the ten huge, beautifully designed luxury tents – each with ensuite bathroom, dressing area and an elegant decor including wooden floors, comfortable double bed, lounge area and tasteful soft furnishings and fine linens throughout.

Each tent has its own private wooden deck / terrace where guests can relax and enjoy private dining, sunbathing and stargazing all surrounded by the vast expanse of the Koyaki plains.

The Simba Suite and Chui Suite are self-contained pent-house tents each offering two large en suite bedrooms, living area with fully stocked private bar, dining room and kitchen. Service can be discreet or you can choose to have a butler / cook service. These are ideal for families or groups wanting a totally private safari experience within a stunning setting.

The camp prides itself on its personal service – it retains an exclusive feel only found at the smaller properties. The staff of Ol Seki are sourced from the local area and their passion for the camp and its surroundings is evident through the friendly, high level of service.

Activities & Facilities

Dining at Ol Seki is superb with high-quality freshly-prepared meals using the very best ingredients. Guests can choose between the Dining Tent – a wonderful place to meet others and enjoy sharing the thrills of your safari adventures – or private dining on your terrace or within your Suite.

Breakfasts include healthy Continental choices including home-made muesli and fresh exotic fruit or a hearty Full English Breakfast. Lunches and dinners are wholesome, varied international dishes.

Guests can opt to relax and unwind with an afternoon aperitif, sundowner or after-dinner drink in the Library Tent or on The Deck. Both locations have superb views of the African wilderness.

All game drives are in 4×4 vehicles with professional, qualified safari guides and trackers and Ol Seki guests have the benefit of seeing a wide range of animals – including Africa’s Big Five – in this private reserve where only those staying on the Conservancy have access to the land. This allows for a premium and authentic safari experience.

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Talk to a Specialist

Choose a Safari Specialist in your time zone and start planning your tailor-made safari to Kenya.

Rick McIntyre

Hello, I'm Rick, based in Ontario, Canada, with over 15 years in the travel industry and a passport filled with stamps from over 70 countries. My heart was captured by Africa during my first visit to Kenya, and since then, I've journeyed back repeatedly, exploring the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. Whether you're dreaming of a "once in a lifetime" vacation or you're a seasoned safari traveler, I'm here to assist in planning your perfect African adventure.

You can contact me at [email protected] or give me a call at  +1-877-710-3014 , and together, we'll make your African dreams a reality.

Rachel Chambers

Rachel resides on the vibrant West Coast of Canada, specifically on Vancouver Island. She has a profound love for travel, having explored nearly 30 countries. However, it was a solo journey to Africa that truly ignited her passion. Upon stepping foot in Botswana for the first time, Rachel was captivated and knew she needed to explore more of the continent. Since then, she has ventured solo to Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mauritius, South Africa, Uganda, and Kenya, where she traveled with Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps.

It was during these experiences that Rachel realized her desire to be a part of the Gamewatchers team. More about Rachel

You can contact Rae at [email protected] or call +1-250-588-9112

Julie Roggow

Greetings, I'm Julie Roggow, and I come to you with over two decades of immersion in the world of travel. My journey into the heart of safari adventures began as I traversed Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, capturing the essence of these mesmerizing landscapes through my lens. Among these remarkable destinations, Kenya and the Porini safari camps hold a special place in my heart. Their unique blend of wilderness and conservation resonates deeply with me. My passion for travel is matched only by my dedication to sharing that passion with others. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or embarking on your very first safari, I'm here to ensure that planning your safari vacation is an enjoyable and seamless experience.

Feel free to reach out to me by email at [email protected] or through our toll-free telephone line at +1-877-710-3014 . Let's embark on an unforgettable safari journey together, where the wild beauty of Africa awaits to enchant and inspire you.

Brad Wierman

Hello there, I'm Brad, and my safari odyssey began with my first expedition to Kenya in 1984. Since then, I've had the privilege of guiding and exploring various African destinations, from Tanzania to Ethiopia, Rwanda to Zambia, and beyond. Yet, after 34 years, East Africa still captivates me like no other. My most recent adventure here was in June 2018. As an Environmental Conservation major in college, I found my perfect match in Gamewatchers and Porini Camps, whose groundbreaking conservation efforts in Kenya are unparalleled. The moment you witness an elephant in the wild for the first time, you're irrevocably hooked, just as I was. Whether you're embarking on your inaugural safari or your tenth, I'm here to curate the ideal experience tailored to your expertise level, accommodation preferences, and budget.

I'm based in Bend, Oregon, and you can reach me at [email protected] or by calling +1 224-558-1887 . Let's make your safari dreams come true!

Sally Wanjau

Greetings, I'm Sally Wanjau, and my journey with Kenyan safaris has been a lifelong passion. Since the 1980s, I've roamed these magnificent landscapes, ultimately making Kenya my cherished home through marriage. While currently residing in the UK with my family, my heart remains firmly planted in Kenya. In the past, I ran my own safari business, collaborating closely with Gamewatchers Safaris to craft bespoke adventures for travelers seeking unique experiences. Now, as part of the dedicated team of Safari Advisers at Gamewatchers Safaris, I'm thrilled to continue sharing my love and expertise for this captivating land. My extensive travels throughout East, South, and Southern Africa have nurtured my passion, yet Kenya, with its Porini Camps and unforgettable wildlife encounters, remains my true inspiration.

If you're ready to embark on an East African adventure, reach out to me at [email protected] or call me at +44 7546 433 250 , and together, we'll make your safari dreams come to life.

Wayne Hammond

Hello, I'm Wayne Hammond, and I'm fortunate to have embarked on over 30 incredible journeys to the enchanting continent of Africa. It's a place that has captured my heart time and time again. My travels have taken me to Kenya, which I've had the pleasure of visiting far more times than I can recall, as well as to Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, Rwanda, Uganda, South Africa, and Mozambique. Among my cherished bush haunts, I hold dear the Masai Mara in Kenya, the mesmerizing Mana Pools in Zimbabwe, and the wondrous South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. I'm not just a passionate traveler but also an avid amateur wildlife photographer and an occasional travel writer. Currently based in the UK, I'm proud to serve as a Safari Consultant for Gamewatchers Safaris, helping fellow adventurers craft their dream African experiences.

If you're ready to embark on your own African adventure, don't hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected] or give me a call at +44 7986 978 985 . Let's bring your African safari dreams to life.

Andrea Landaeta

Hola, I’m Andrea and my love affair with the captivating world of safaris began during my teenage years when I embarked on my very first safari in Kenya. There, amidst the awe-inspiring wildlife and expansive plains, I found my true passion. Over the years, Kenya has called me back time and time again, leading me to explore its myriad camps, conservancies, and renowned parks. More recently, I've had the privilege of staying at all the Porini Camps, where the spotlight shines on wildlife conservation—a cause close to my heart as I traverse the globe. While Kenya holds a special place in my wanderlust-filled heart, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda have also woven their magic into my soul. If you're eager to embark on your own safari adventure or share your passion for conservation, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or reach out to me by telephone at +44 7814 439 232 .

Let's connect and embark on a journey through Africa's wild wonders together.

Pranay Chandra

Hello, I’m Pranay Chandra, a veteran of the Indian Armed Forces whose profound passion for nature and wildlife led me to the world of wildlife photography. My lens has captured the essence of the wild, earning recognition in esteemed competitions like the Sanctuary Asia annual wildlife awards and the Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards. Beyond photography, I’ve dedicated myself to conservation efforts, collaborating with Ecological Task Forces and supporting WWF India’s training initiatives in tiger reserves. In the realm of education, I’ve partnered with CEC, New Delhi, to create informative video programs on Human-Wildlife Conflicts. While my heart lies in India, I’ve ventured to Kenya, embracing the splendors of Africa while staying at Porini camps and other renowned lodges.

I’m based in Bangalore, India, and you can connect with me via email at [email protected]  or reach me by phone at  +91 801 788 5256 , including WhatsApp. Let’s embark on a journey to celebrate the beauty and conservation of our natural world together.

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Kristy Thomson

Hello, I’m Kristy, your Australian-based Safari Advisor with Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps. My background in ecology and conservation management, combined with a deep passion for nature and the great outdoors, led me to Kenya where I instantly fell in love with its spectacular wildlife and warm-hearted people. Having spent significant time at our Porini Camps and explored other camps we offer, I bring intricate knowledge to help craft your ultimate wildlife safari adventure. Whether you’re seeking the thrill of the savannah or the serenity of the wilderness, I’m here to make your safari dreams a reality.

Feel free to reach out to me on the Gold Coast, Australia, at  [email protected] , and let’s embark on an extraordinary journey together.

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A Maasai women group from the Greater Maasai Mara region in the former Ol Kinyei Group Ranch has benefit from a 3,000-litre solar-powered milk coolant donated by the World Wide Foundation for Nature(WWF) with funding from the German government in partnership with Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps.

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• Early Years

ERNEST HEMINGWAY in AFRICA

In the summer of 1933, hemingway, pauline, and a key west friend traveled to africa for a three-month safari. inspired by the legendary hunts of theodore roosevelt, hemingway borrowed funds from pauline’s uncle, and the couple set off for what would become a productive and iconic journey..

The three months spent on safari offered Hemingway ample time to hunt and enjoy the outdoors. Despite succumbing to a severe illness on the trip that necessitated a hospital recovery, Hemingway’s trophies included a lion and other large game that roamed the African grasslands. Traveling through Kenya and Tanzania, Hemingway hunted the plains of the Serengeti, tracked animals through the bush, and recorded his experiences for later use in his work. His first African safari provided Hemingway with material and inspiration for the novel Green Hills of Africa, and the short stories The Snows of Kilimanjaro and The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber.

Hemingway returned to the Dark Continent twenty years later with his fourth wife. They traveled through the Belgian Congo, Rwanda, and Kenya. Once again, Hemingway exercised his skill as a hunter, and brought home many big game trophies. Hemingway’s persona as a fearless adventurer only increased when he suffered through two plane crashes on his second trip to Africa, prompting many news outlets to prematurely run his obituary.

The image of Hemingway as a great hunter and outdoorsman was only solidified through his trips to Africa. The trophies that he brought back from the hunts adorned his homes, and his writings about his travels helped to establish Hemingway’s reputation as one of the great hunters of his day.

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Travelling Hemingway’s Africa on an East African Safari

First Stops on the Continent

Hemingway headed on his first African safari in 1935 alongside his second wife, Pauline, and his friend from Key West, Charles Thompson. He left port in Marseilles, and after over two weeks at sea, disembarked in Mombasa, Kenya. Hemingway explored the area around Mombasa and Malindi, which are great stopover spots on a Kenya vacation , before heading inland. Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya and more similar toTanzania's Dar es Salaam than Nairobi and other cities in the country. The city is a melting pot of cultures, combining Kenyan, Arabic, and Portuguese influences, with Indian and pan-European aspects as well. Spend some time here admiring the Arabic and Portuguese architecture and heading to the old town to see the dhows (traditional wooden sailboats) out on the bay before travelling north along the coast to follow in Hemingway’s footsteps.

North of Mombasa, you’ll find the pristine beach of Watamu, around Malindi Marine Reserve Park. Hemingway spend some time at Watamu and you’ll even find a resort there named after him, Hemingway’s Watamu. Malindi and Watamu are remarkable for their snorkelling and diving spots, which are among the best on the East African coastline. As well, you’ll find plenty of green and hawksbill turtles here, so if you are interested in a marine component to your African safari adventure, this is a great place to be. From Mombasa, Hemingway was to head to the small town of Machakos, near Nairobi. Machakos was the home of Philip Percival, one of the continent’s Great White Hunters who had served as a safari guide for many famous westerners, including American president, Teddy Roosevelt. Philip Percival would serve as Hemingway’s guide on both of his safaris, and became the basis for the character of "Pop" in the memoir of his experiences in Africa, Green Hills of Africa . Today, Machakos is relatively light on highlights, although it is rapidly growing and home to the Mulu Mutisya Gardens.

Journey across Tanzania

Hemingway prepared for his safari in Machakos, getting acclimatized to the altitude and admiringly listening to Percival’s stories of the bush. He then began his safari by crossing into Tanzania . He spent a night in Arusha before pushing on into the Great Rift Valley and the region around Tarangire National Park . Here, Hemingway spent his time heading on bush walks and hunting for game like lion and kudu. He also spend time along the banks of Lake Manyara , exploring the caldera of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area . All three of these locations are incredible spots to head on an African safari. After the Serengeti , Tarangire National Park has the highest concentration of animals in Tanzania . In particular, the park has the highest number of elephants on the planet, so be sure to head on a game drive to specifically see families of elephants crossing a savannah or cooling off in a river. You’ll also find large numbers of elephants around Lake Manyara as well as lions that like to climb baobab trees and cool off in the branches. Lake Manyara is most striking for its vast numbers of flamingos, who crowd the shallow surface of the lake and make for great photography subjects. The Ngorongoro Crater is similarly stunning, as it’s the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera and home to huge numbers of wildlife.

A Premature Ending to Safari

After hunting around the Ngorongoro Crater, Hemingway tracked the Great Migration of wildebeest and gazelle into the Serengeti , the crown jewel of Tanzania and the world’s most famous game reserve. Even if you can’t place Tanzania on a map, it’s likely you’ve heard of the Serengeti, as its name is synonymous with wide-open plains full of gazelles, wildebeests, lions, and zebras. If you’re looking to spot animals in the bush, this is the best spot on the planet for you. You’ll also be treated to near-constant sightings of exotic birds, as the park is home to over 500 species of birds, including flamingos and ostriches.

While Hemingway planned to continue his safari for many more weeks, fortune didn’t favour him. He caught amoebic dysentery and Philip Percival decided it’d be best if he were evacuated to Nairobi where he could convalesce. The ensuing medical flight to Nairobi took him alongside the peaks of Kilimanjaro , which inspired one of his most famous short stories, The Snows of Kilimanjaro. Unlike Hemingway, you can actually climb Mt. Kilimanjaro if you so desire. It’s the most accessible of the world’s Seven Summits , although don’t underestimate the altitude, you still need to be fit to summit it. In Nairobi , Hemingway convalesced and swapped stories with fellow hunters and adventurers, presumably gathering material for future works. He then returned back to Europe instead of continuing his adventure. You don’t need to replicate Hemingway’s plans and end your Kenya vacation in Nairobi, as it is worth spending a few days in the city to explore a distinctly-African metropolis and get a taste for the innovation and growth that is constantly occurring in the city. As well, the city’s food scene is incredible, so you’ll eat well during your stay. If you want to experience a bit of the wild within the city limits, stay at the Giraffe Manor, a boutique hotel in the suburb of Lang’ata. The old manor house is open to endangered Rothschild giraffes who are known to poke their heads in through the windows and interact with guests. While you are only guaranteed access to the giraffes if you stay at the manor, in the low season you might be able to visit for afternoon tea depending on guest occupancy. Hemingway would’ve likely thought the whole thing a bit decadent, but nevertheless, the Giraffe Manor offers a magical experience.

The Return and Accidents

Although Hemingway was taken with Africa, he didn’t return to the continent for two decades. Instead, he spent his time across Europe, covering the Spanish Civil War and World War II, as well as fishing and writing in America and Cuba. His writing output and reputation diminished until he mounted a literary comeback with The Old Man and the Sea in 1952, which won the Pulitzer Prize the following year. In 1954, he won the Nobel Prize in Literature and his reputation was completely revitalized. In 1954, prior to winning the Nobel Prize, he finally set off for Africa again in the company of his fourth and last wife, Mary. He convinced Philip Percival to come out of retirement to once again serve as his safari guide. His plan was to explore the Belgian Congo (now the Democratic Republic of Congo) as well as Uganda and Kenya . However, once again, fortune had other plans. While Hemingway was interested in passing through Kenya on the way to Uganda and the Belgian Congo, potentially visiting the area around Lake Tanganyika, he was never able to make it there. While taking a sightseeing flight over Murchison Falls with Mary, his plane hit a utility pole and crashed. He suffered a head injury, but survived the crash along with Mary.

A few days later, he boarded a second plane meant to take him to Entebbe for hospital care but the plane exploded on takeoff. Many newspapers reported Hemingway and his wife had died in the crash, but they did survive. However, he exacerbated his head injury by bashing the door open with his head to escape the fire, which lead him to a hospital in Entebbe where he began a long process of rehabilitation. Unfortunately, his health never fully recovered, and many experts point to the Africa crashes as contributing factors in his failing physical and mental health in the years prior to his death. While Hemingway wasn’t able to accomplish much on his second African safari, you can head to some of the places he intended to visit and spiritually complete the journey for him. Lake Tanganyika, for instance, is the second deepest lake on the planet and one of the best spots for beachside vacations in Africa . You can relax on the white-sand beaches along the lake or snorkel through the waters to learn about the incredible freshwater creatures that live beneath the waves. As well, there is a chimpanzee sanctuary near the lake that is home to over 1,700 chimps. If you have any interest in seeing chimps in their natural environment, this is a great place to go.

In Uganda, you can head to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park to see mountain gorillas and other incredible animals in dense rainforests. If you pass on to Entebbe , you’ll find a charming little town on the banks of Lake Victoria. You can spend some time on Lido Beach or explore the Entebbe Botanical Garden.

Few individuals not born in Africa have left as large a shadow over the continent as Ernest Hemingway. An East African safari is not only an opportunity to see incredible animals and landscapes, but to walk in the footsteps of this literary giant. It’s an opportunity not to be missed.

You might say that Aren was destined to become a globetrotter after his family took him to Germany two times before he was four. If that wasn’t enough, a term spent in Sweden as a young teenager and a trek across Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand confirmed that destiny. An independent writer, director, and film critic, Aren has travelled across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and South America. His favourite travel experience was visiting the major cities of Japan’s largest island, Honshu, but his love for food, drink, and film will take him anywhere that boasts great art and culture.

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