About this trip
Join Walker Wellness Retreats on an All-Inclusive Luxury Safari to Africa. We will visit the best locations for the great migration!
July is a great time to come and enjoy pleasant weather, less bugs, and view the biggest variety of wildlife courtesy of the Great wildebeest migration from Serengeti plains in Tanzania to the world-famous Maasai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya.
The Great Migration is today one of the natural worlds most astonishing phenomena. Each year nearly two million wildebeest and accompanying large numbers of zebra, and smaller numbers of Grant's gazelle, Thompson's gazelle, eland and impala trek from the Serengeti to the Maasai Mara and back again in search of fresh grazing. Viewing these vast herds on the move is always unforgettable sight. This experience is rated as one of the most spectacular natural events.
All activities and excursions are completely optional and you are free to participate in as little or as much as you would like since this is your vacation.
Trip Style: Adventure. We will be traveling from place to place with multiple accommodations. While there is certainly some down time, this retreat is more on the active side with the schedule.
Accommodations in 5-Star Safari Camps
When we think of camping, we usually think of thin canvas tents, air mattresses, and sleeping bags. Not on this retreat! Enjoy 5-star safari camps in the beautiful African wilderness complete with thick canvas-walled tents, beautiful furnishings, comfortable beds and linens, fully stocked bathrooms, and more. Enjoy delicious meals cooked by an onsite chef while looking out on the African bush. You will hardly believe you're in a camp!
Meet Your Host
Amy Walker, MSW, LCSW, CCM, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Owner of Walker Wellness Retreats. Amy started Walker Wellness Retreats in 2016 due to her love for travel and helping others experience the world. When Amy is not leading international retreats, she works as an online mental health therapist. Amy is passionate about helping individuals and couples work through barriers and find new ways to communicate, connect, and thrive. In addition, Amy loves international travel, wine tasting, whale watching, and the outdoors. Amy works alongside her husband, Brian Walker, to run Walker Wellness Retreats.
To meet more of the Walker Wellness Retreats team, visit the About Us page on our website.
Helpful Tips
Please note, we will be taking very small planes to get from Kenya to Tanzania so please pack light, soft shelled suitcase or duffle bag.
The roads are very bumpy and dusty in some places. Women may wish to wear a sports bra in the vehicle due to bumpy roads.
USD is widely accepted but please make sure the bills are crisp, new and without any imperfections.
Everywhere we went to shop started off at a very high price. You can haggle down to about half price.
Please note, you must have a yellow fever vaccine with yellow booklet to enter Tanzania from Kenya.
Please note the itinerary is subject to change due to weather.
Payment & Cancellation Policy
Questions about refunds or cancellations? Click here to view our payment and cancellation policy.
The deadline to book an international retreat is 30 days before the retreat begins; however, some exceptions can be made based on availability. Email us at contact@walkerwellnessretreats.com to inquire about booking after the deadline has passed.
What’s included
- Accommodations8 days/7 nights at 5-star safari camps
- Airport TransfersPick-up at Nairobi airport (NBO) and drop-off at Kilimanjaro airport (JRO)
- MealsAll meals during the retreat (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
- TransportationAll transportation during the retreat
- GratuityGratuities for tour guides, restaurant staff, and drivers
- DrinksAny drinks of your choice (non-alcoholic and alcoholic)
- Game DrivesDaily game drives
- Private GuideLocal guide for our group only
- Retreat AirfareAirfare between countries during the retreat
- Village ExcursionVisit to a local Maasai village
- AirfareAirfare arriving into Nairobi (NBO) and departing from Kilimanjaro (JRO)
- Additional ItemsSouvenirs, drinks, snacks, additional excursions, or other personal items
- Additional GratuityGratuities of a personal nature (hotel staff, spa services, etc.)
- COVID-19Any COVID-19 related tests or documentation (if applicable)
- InsuranceTravel insurance and medical insurance (required)
- Travel FeesAny travel-related fees (visas, passports, baggage, etc.)
- Kenya VisaVisa to enter Kenya
- Tanzania VisaVisa to enter Tanzania
- Optional ExcursionsHot air balloon ride & any excursions before or after the retreat
Available Packages
Double occupancy includes a private bedroom and private bathroom for 2 people.
Helpful hints: If you have two people who would like to share a room, select 2 Double Occupancy packages. If you are traveling alone but want to be paired with another solo traveler, select 1 Double Occupancy package. If you are traveling alone and want your own room, select 1 Single Occupancy package below.
Itinerary
July 17, 2023: Arrive Nairobi Arrive at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
After Ministry of Health medical formalities, Immigration procedures and Customs, collect your checked in luggage and proceed to International Arrivals Area. Walk outside and Walker Wellness Retreats will be waiting for you. Most flights arrive in the morning so we will head to head breakfast and then enjoy an hour feeding Giraffes at the Giraffe Center. After, we will check in to the Hemingways Hotel in the beautiful and exclusive suburb of Karen. Upon arrival, enjoy refreshments and check in to your luxurious room.
Hemingways is located South West of Nairobi in the outskirts of city. Its generally believed that the suburb was named after Karen Blixen, the Danish author of Out of Africa. This 5 star luxury boutique is considered to be one of the finest hotels in Africa.
Housed in its own wing of the hotel overlooking the pool and manicured gardens, the Hemingways Spa offers guests peace and relaxation. The Spa menu combines both French and custom designed treatments crafted from locally sourced ingredients and is the perfect place to rediscover your senses after a long flight or a dusty safari. The wide range of treatments include an aromatic, intensive and mineral rich body wrap formulated to detox and relax you and a selection of traditional massage techniques offering holistic therapy for the body, mind and spirit.
Free time to rest, relax or enjoy a massage at the hotels spa.
The retreat officially starts at the orientation and welcome dinner at the hotel.
7:00 PM - Orientation in the hotel lobby, followed by a group dinner at the hotel.
Hotel/Lodging Details:
Karen Mbagathi Ridge, 100 Mbagathi Ridge, Nairobi, Kenya