Meet the family at AfricaNomads
At Africa Nomads, we offer immersive Pop-up Coliving Experiences across Africa with a welcoming host family. Unlike traditional colivings that just provide a place to stay and the occasional yoga class, we’re here to curate your experience—not just give directions. Our immersive approach is curated because we—the local hosts—are there to guide and shape the adventure. We help you uncover hidden gems, connect with the community, and fully immerse yourself in local culture.
Weekdays are relaxed, allowing time to work or unwind, while weekends are packed with bigger, curated experiences like sailing, remote beach trips, or spotting elephants. We also have a weekly scheduled dinner, but you’ll find most guests hanging out every day. Your AfricaNomads hosts, will be living in the coliving home or just a stone’s throw away, and they’re there to help shape your experience. The program is designed to give you as much solo or together time as you need, so you can decide what you want your day or week to look like. Perfect for digital nomads and slow travelers, our coliving lets you live like a local while enjoying the freedom to explore.
We create an environment where guests feel like family, whether we’re sharing meals or grabbing a cocktail by the pool. But there’s always room for privacy when you need it.
At AfricaNomads, you’re not just a visitor—you’re part of the journey, with hosts eager to curate and share the best of Africa.
Your host family
About Pepe
I am a traveler at heart, a powerful soul, and a blend of cultures. I’m East African, with a mix of Kenyan and Tanzanian heritage, and I grew up in both the coastal and eastern parts of Kenya. My diverse career has kept me grounded and passionate; I’ve worked across various industries in both Africa and Europe, but my true passions lie in two fields: hospitality and international humanitarian aid. I believe the beauty of life is found in living in the moment—what matters is today, not tomorrow. Through my travels, I’ve gained valuable insights that I’m eager to share with like-minded digital nomads and travelers. My last adventure was climbing K2 in Pakistan. I’m also a passionate sailor, currently training to navigate traditional Mozambique dhows. I’ve enjoyed several sailing trips from Lamu to Zanzibar and throughout the Lamu archipelago. For the past five years, I’ve made Lamu my home, honing my sailing skills as I continue to learn and grow. In addition to sailing, I run a rooftop café and coworking space in Lamu with all my staff been local women who I have trained and mentored. I invite you to share your experiences with me, learn from one another, and perhaps even join me for a sailing adventure!
About Alejandra
I’m a mix of Chilean and German, raised in Spain, and I’ve been in love with Africa for 15 years. I’ve spent 5 years in Kenya, worked in Botswana managing and hosting safaris, and managed hotels in Tanzania, Zanzibar and South Africa. My background is all about hotel management and hospitality, but my true passion is travel, diving, and exploring different cultures. That’s what brought me to Africa in the first place. I came for a 6-month adventure and never left. Now, 15 years later, I’m still here, living in Lamu, Kenya, and finally doing my favorite thing! Excited to share Africa's beauty, culture, and magic with others.
About Steve
I’m Kenyan, born and raised in Nairobi, with a background in hospitality. Naturally, I speak Swahili and would be happy to teach you a few phrases while you’re here. I’ve worked in hotels running the Front Office departments, but what I love most is introducing people to my culture. I’m also into fast cars, but my favorite part of Kenya is definitely the people. You’ll find that Kenyans are incredibly hospitable, always ready to chat and make you feel at home. I moved to Lamu, Kenya, during COVID, and now it’s my home—I can’t wait to show you why this corner, and many other parts of Kenya are so special.
About Ana
I am Ana, a Spaniard living on the North coast of Kenya for the last 10 years. I deeply believe that life is a journey, whether you move or not, and there is nothing I like more than mixing with the people I meet while traveling/living, learning from each experience: See, respect and understand is my motto. Travel slowly, enjoying every step, and knowing the reality behind each place is what I aim for. After all those years I am still amazed by how incredible this country is and its amazing cultures, tribes, traditions, etc. that from AfricaNomads we will be happy to share with you.
About Bongo
Hey guys, I’m Bongo! If you’ve seen any AfricaNomads pictures, chances are you’ve already spotted me. If you decide to book, you’ll be seeing a lot more of me! I’m a Doberman-Rottweiler mix, and I’m here to help you explore. Whether we’re walking the beaches or hanging out at the coliving home, I’ll be right there with you, keeping things fun and lively. My mom and dad are Alejandra and Steve (yep, they’re a couple, even if they don’t always tell people right away). We live in Lamu, Kenya, and I’m still a pup—just 1.5 years old. They found me through a friend who had 17 dogs! It was a little crowded, so Steve and Alejandra decided to take me in. I couldn’t have asked for a better family!
What drives us
Our mission is to bring Digital Nomads and remote workers together as a community in Africa and help them discover the wonders of this continent. We believe in slow and sustainable travel, cross-cultural exchange, and promoting education and equal opportunities for the local communities. We believe that together we are stronger and love creating networking opportunities, who knows? You might meet your next travel partner, the love of your life or find the right partnership you have always been looking for. If none of the above, you will surely leave feeling part of a new family, having gained knowledge on diverse areas and maybe discovered a little more about yourself!
We are currently hosting our colivings in the Kenyan Coast with Lamu island as our main base and opening Nairobi in 2025. Lamu is a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning beaches, ancient architecture and a rich Swahili culture. Here one feels like stepping back in time in this laid-back maze-street coastal town. We are also visiting Watamu and Diani in our coliving retreats, the more well-known destinations along the Kenyan coast. We love all of them but Lamu is home.
Explore with us
Rooted in Connection
Our colivings in Lamu Island and Nairobi will continue running through 2025. Our family keeps growing, and we’re endlessly inspired by the incredible individuals who join us.
Dreaming Bigger, Expanding Wider
Imagine coworking by the white sands of Zanzibar, marveling at Victoria Falls, or soaking in the vibrant energy of Cape Town. Picture a safari through the Okavango Delta, witnessing Namibia’s red dunes, or an unforgettable gorilla trek in Uganda or Rwanda. These are just some of the destinations we’re dreaming of. Africa is calling, and we want to help you answer
Making a Difference
Supporting local communities is at the core of what we do. Through our visits during the colivings and involvements with the projects we are also supporting. Our AfricaNomads initiatives have already made a difference—and we’re just getting started
