Ol Seki Hemingways Mara

Located in the heart of the Naboisho Conservancy, bordering the Maasai Mara Reserve, sits just 10 exclusive luxury tents in Kenya's wildest terrain. Ol Seki Hemingways Mara offers guests a truly private safari experience, as the conservancy only allows entry to clients staying within the area. This personable and intimate stay means that each day is tailored to your desires. 

Naboisho Conservancy includes contributions from over 500 Maasai landowners, and the tourism here ensures they receive a sustainable livelihood. Although as the number of tourists permitted to enter the conservancy are limited, the wildlife here really thrives. In fact, research indicates that Naboisho has one of the highest densities of lion in Africa, along with large numbers of elephant, giraffe, and even wild dog.

Consider combining your stay at Hemingways Nairobi and Hemingways Watamu for an unforgettable Kenyan adventure; from the city to the African bush, and eventually to the idyllic Indian Ocean.

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Hotel Category
Indulgent
Location Type
Away from it all
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Tripadvisor rating 345 Reviews
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Hotel highlights

  • 10 exclusive luxury tents
  • Small and cozy our guest areas with views over the watering hole
  • Arrange a private chef for the night who will serve you at your own dining table
  • Descend along lantern-lit pathways and sit beneath the stars while the fire roars and the crickets hiss

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Hotel Features

General Information

  • 10 rooms

Main Facilities

  • Outdoor pool

Accommodation Type

  • Authentic
  • Glamping
  • Off the beaten track
  • Tented camp

Board Basis Options

  • All Inclusive

Hotel Location

Location Highlights

Ol Seki Hemingways Mara

  • Away from it all
  • 270° panoramic views of the Mara plains
  • Located in the heart of the Naboisho Conservancy
  • Naboisho has one of the highest densities of lion in Africa
  • Naboisho Conservancy includes contributions from over 500 Maasai landowners
345 Reviews 97% of travellers recommended this hotel

Traveller ratings

  • Excellent 325
  • Very Good 15
  • Average 4
  • Poor 0
  • Terrible 1

What to Expect

  • Location
  • Sleep Quality
  • Rooms
  • Service
  • Value
  • Cleanliness

Reviews

Mar 29, 2020

Bucket list number one!!!

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

From the minute we arrived and to the minute we left was just soooo fantastic!! For once,as my husband could confirm, I am absolutely speechless. This trip was planned over a year with turquoise holidays and it was absolutely perfection!! Debbie greeted us at the camp and showed us to our tent. The view from our tent was spectacular and we spent time outside our tent with a beer from our cool box looking over the savannah. The insects were kept at bay by the tents being zipped up and there was spray if one got in. The hot water bottle was a lovely touch as well as the hot chocolate in the morning before our game drive.The pool was a bonus and lovely to use before and after lunch. We saw the bees but were never bothered by them. Very refreshing and fantastic view over the watering hole. Had great laughs watching Pumba chase other animals away to wallow in the mud. We were well looked after by David and his team with drinks by the pool. The food was excellent and I never did get the recipe for the delicious banana fool. Our guides Isaac and Agnes never failed to show us something different everyday. From the lioness moving her cubs that we nearly missed dinner because we wanted to make sure the cubs were safe to the bush dinner where the lions made a kill! Their knowledge was unbelievable never mind their driving skills. As for Debbie, the best manager I have ever known, made our holiday complete. We had a bush breakfast, cave dinner, dinner in our tent as it rained and the unbelievable bush dinner. Everything is run perfectly, even the personal escort from your tent to dinner or back from your evening drive. We never had a problem, as someone previously mentioned in getting an escort. It was good fun flashing a torch! We will definitely return and again to all at Ol Seki thank you x
Mar 15, 2020

Fantastic safari

Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom

Ol Seki was absolutely excellent. We enjoyed marvellous facilities. Excellent staff. Fantastic game drives. Extremely helpful and courteous throughout. The food was superb. All the transfers from the airport to the landing strip to the reserve were seamless. Their staff were always on hand. Marvellous holiday thanks to Hemingways superb organisation.
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Facilities

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The Library

The Library is the quintessential safari setting, furnished with leather sofas and arm chairs, offering you the opportunity to relax and admire the collection of literature.

The Deck

At the end of a lantern-lit pathway, a campfire crackles on The Deck. Sit in canvas chairs and watch the sunset, and enjoy a refreshing G&T and delicious nibbles, whilst looking out at the breathtaking views of the waterhole, and the stars as they gradually appear above.

Ol Seki Hemingways Mara

Room Types

Nina Tent

Ideal for couples, the Nina tents have high domed centers, a double bed and en-suite bathroom, as well as a large deck perfect for private dining, sunbathing and star gazing. With six open panels encompassing the bed on three sides, wake up to panoramic views as dawn breaks. 

Show room facilities
  • Balcony or Terrace
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Separate Shower
  • Tea & Coffee Facilities
  • Telephone
  • Towels included
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Simba Tent

The Simba tent is perfect for families as this tent accomodates two enormous double bedrooms, both en-suite, a kitchen, dining room and living area. Plus, a fully stocked bar and fridge as well as butler service.  

Show room facilities
  • Balcony or Terrace
  • Bath
  • Butler Service
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Separate Shower
  • Tea & Coffee Facilities
  • Telephone
  • Towels included

Chui Tent

Linked by a stone boardwalk, the three distinct structures of the Chui tent features two large en-suite double bedrooms, a spacious central living area, private kitchen, bar and dining room. This suite is ideal for friends and families. 

Show room facilities
  • Balcony or Terrace
  • Bath
  • Butler Service
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Separate Shower
  • Tea & Coffee Facilities
  • Telephone
  • Towels included
Ol Seki Hemingways Mara

Food & Drink

Dining Tent

Indulge in delicious cuisine whilst admiring the panoramic views of the acacia scrub beyond your table. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be enjoyed in the dining tent from healthy and hearty familiar dishes to authentic dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.

Private Dining

Dine al fresco on the deck of your tent, and be immersed in the extraordinary surroundings of the African bush. Choose to have a dedicated private chef for the night, cooking in your personal kitchen and serving you at your own dining table. Private dining is only available in the Nina tents. Private chefs are only available in Chui and Simba tents.

Safari Dining

Enjoy the element of surprise as some mornings and evenings you may find yourself dining with the grassy plain of the conservancy underfoot and a tree trunk transformed into the kitchen. Or choose to organise a luxury picnic lunch too.

Board Basis Options

All Inclusive

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