This journey moves between Nairobi and the Kenyan coast, allowing time to understand both places before slowing down within it. We begin in the city through everyday spaces, conversation and hosted encounters with local communities, then travel to Malindi where the pace softens and days open up. The experience combines shared cultural moments with real time to rest — at the spa, by the sea, or simply on your own terms.
This retreat is for women who want meaningful travel without a packed schedule. Structure where it matters, space where it's needed.
Accommodation Boutique luxury accommodation in both Nairobi and Malindi, thoughtfully selected to ensure you rest deeply and feel genuinely held throughout.
Airport Transfers Private transfers on arrival and departure days — no logistics to navigate alone.
Domestic flight from Nairobi to Malindi included.
All ground transport to and between planned experiences throughout the retreat.
Breakfasts daily, select lunches and curated dinners — a mix of local flavour and shared table moments.
Giraffe conservation sanctuary and elephant orphanage visit. Masai Market. Karura Forest morning picnic. Beadwork session with a local artist at the Opportunity Factory. Nairobi National Park game dri
Alkemi Retreats curates journeys for women centred on rest, learning and meaningful cultural connection. Each retreat is developed in collaboration with local communities and knowledge holders across Africa, the Caribbean and beyond, creating space to slow down while engaging with traditions, histories and ways of living that shape wellbeing in different parts of the world.
