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The Karen Blixen Museum is located well outside Nairobi’s city center in the verdant Ngong Hills, making it tough to reach without private transportation. Visit the one-time home of the acclaimed Danish writer—plus the Nairobi National Museum—during this two-for-one full-day tour. First, learn about Kenya’s culture and history in the sprawling museum collection. Then, see where the Out of Africa author once lived and worked in a colonial estate.

See the highlights and hidden gems of Mombasa on a walking tour of the city with a storytelling local guide. Learn about the rich history of Mombasa and the people who live here, and find out about life in Kenya pre and post colonial times. See the Fort Jesus Museum, and visit the spice market, talking to stallholders and enjoying the scents and atmosphere.

Explore Mombasa’s colonial history, old town, and nature on a full-day private tour that includes entrance fees, all activities, and round-trip hotel transport. Get the perfect introduction to the city by visiting with a local guide, who will share stories about Mombasa culture and heritage, and introduce you to local cuisine in the old town market.

Nairobi Animal Orphanage is an important educational and training facility, which is housed in the only wildlife protected area in a capital city in the world is often home to more than 20 different animals and bird species.

Experience everyday life within Africa’s largest urban informal settlement during this half-day private tour through Kibera slum in Nairobi. Get a chance to interact with local communities, try Kenyan street food, and see vibrant street art projects. Pickup and drop-off is provided from any hotel or commercial address along Ngong Road.

Kiambethu Tea Farm, one of Kenya's oldest tea farms, is situated 30 Km away from Nairobi. The farm dates back to 1910 and the present house set amidst colorful gardens, has been home to four generations.. A family run business, it is here where you get to enjoy a 'tea luncheon' with the owners Marcus and Fiona Mitchell Kiambethu Tea Farm, the family home of one of the earliest tea growers in Kenya, A visit to Kiambethu farm makes a memorable half day excursion, including a superb lunchtime buffet, visit insight into the growing and making of tea. Accompanied by the resident Kenyan guide, guests can also take a short walk into the small indigenous forest and learn about the plants and how they were used traditionally, watch the Colobus monkeys and birds who are resident in the gardens or just enjoy the sweeping views across the tea fields to the Ngong Hills.

An ancient trading city, Mombasa is a rewarding destination to explore with a guide to put everything in context and guard against street hustlers. On this half-day tour, discover the old town, including the Fort Jesus UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore the Haller Park animal sanctuary, and visit the spice market, handicraft stores, and the Mombasa Tusks. Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Learn about the life of Danish writer Karen Blixen—immortalized in her famous memoir, Out of Africa—during this one-hour guided tour of the Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi. See artifacts from the writer’s life and the home she described in writing—also the setting of the film adaptation starring Meryl Streep and Robert Redford. Hotel pickup and drop-off from anywhere in the capital are provided.

Combine a visit to Hell’s Gate National Park with a trip to Lake Naivasha during this full-day, small-group tour. Choose between a game drive and a bike ride through the park, topped off by a walking safari. Enjoy a lakeside lunch or scenic boat ride at your own expense. Tours include an educational visit to a local Maasai community and comfortable, round-trip transfers from your Nairobi hotel.

Explore the Maasai Mara National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park while packing in top highlights during this 4-day tour from Nairobi. Go deep into the African plains and set out on daily game drives across the parks. Watch for the animals that emerge at dusk; see hippos and crocodiles along the banks of the Mara River; and keep your eyes peeled for lions, leopards, buffalo, and even baboons. Three nights of accommodations, round-trip transport, and national park fees are all included.

Join this small-group half-day walking tour in Nairobi for a lesson in culture, history, and a chance to do some serious shopping in the vibrant markets. Learn more from your guide than you would from any guidebook, plus they will guarantee that you don’t get lost in the city’s thick crowds. For a break from the masses, follow your guide to Nairobi’s green areas to relax.

Bike, hike, and sail your way through Hell's Gate National Park on this private guided tour from Nairobi. Keep your eyes out for sightings of animals such as baboons and buffaloes inside the park, and then take the waters of Lake Naivasha to see hippos and birds. This tour also includes a visit to a Maasai community, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a break for lunch at your own expense.

Get an insider glimpse of Nairobi’s Kibera neighborhood on this walking tour, led by an NPO worker. Visit neighborhood landmarks, meet local residents, and learn about daily life in Africa’s largest informal settlement, as well as the work currently done by local and government agencies to further improve the area’s infrastructure.

Spend an afternoon with some of Africa's most iconic animals on this day tour from Nairobi that gives access to giant elephants and towering giraffes. TThen stop at the Giraffe Center, where you'll find Rothschild giraffes wandering the grounds. This memorable experience includes a tour of the Kazuri beads women factory

Guarantee a smooth and easy transfer from Nairobi's International Airport to your hotel by pre-booking your transfers. You'll ride in a private vehicle just for your party, with the option to upgrade to a limo or an SUV on request. As an added bonus, your driver will meet you at the airport and will track your flight in case of any delays.

Being in Nairobi with limited time, take advantage of knowing the city streets and life in the slums by interacting with locals and making friends. Enjoy the tour with our professional local guides who can make you enter every city corner without fear. Get to know how slum life is as you interact with slum dwellers. A guide who is a Kibera resident, born and brought up there, will make the tour more exciting and enjoyable. Meet his friends and classmates as you visit every corner of the school where he received his education, the biogas center, typical Kibera houses, a beads factory, and a local women's craft center workshop that empowers women with HIV and widows, among many other places.

By doing this tour you will discover and learn all about Kenyan coffee production with this farm-to-cup experience just 30min outside of Nairobi. You will tour a coffee estate, learning about every step from best farming practices, to production process, and ultimately sample freshly brewed Kenyan coffee yourself. You will be welcomed and briefed at the visitor's area about the farm. Learn various types of coffee grown on the farm, how to pick coffee, and how it's processed to the final products you consume back in your homes. You will see the coffee drying areas, and experience coffee tasting from different grades, types, and varieties. After this, you can buy an array of items from the farm and also take your last cup of coffee with snacks as we leave for your hotel.

During the tour, I will take you to the tallest building in Nairobi, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the city from above. From this vantage point, you’ll also see the statue of Kenya’s first president. Depending on the time of day, this stop offers a beautiful opportunity to experience either sunrise or sunset over Nairobi. We will visit the site of the 1998 U.S. Embassy bombing and discuss its historical significance. Along the way, we will explore and discuss the many monuments that have played an important role in the history of Nairobi and Kenya as a nation. Afterward, we will head to the Maasai Market, where you can shop for authentic African handicrafts, souvenirs, curios, and more. I will assist you throughout to ensure you get quality items at local prices. Once the tour is complete, I will recommend a good restaurant, and I will also help arrange an Uber to take you back to your hotel safely and conveniently.

Take a guided walking tour of Nairobi with a private guide. Visit Jevangee Garden, a park donated to and owned by Kenya’s poor, and City Market, where you can purchase cultural souvenirs, clothing, and fresh food. You will also visit the Kenyatta International Conference Center for a chance to see panoramic views of Nairobi from its tower.

Check out the sites in Mombasa on this private city tour, which also included both Fort Jesus and Haller Park. You can feel free to customize this tour based on your group’s interests. Just decide with your guide, and they will create an itinerary that’s just right for you.

Discover the beating heart of Kenya with our specially designed one-day cultural and historical tour of Nairobi, a city renowned for its vibrancy, diversity, and rich heritage. Experience a perfect blend of past and present, urbanity and nature, all within the bustling capital. From colonial-era history to cultural performances, and from wildlife conservation to local craftsmanship, Nairobi distinctive charm is sure to captivate every traveler. Start your journey through time at the Nairobi National Museum, where Kenya cultural and natural heritage is beautifully showcased. Immerse yourself in Kenya diverse cultures, and finally, experience the colorful crafted artifacts at the utamaduni craft Centre. Get ready to explore, learn, and be inspired as we navigate the best of what Nairobi has to offer.

Be the first to see the African Colonial Hotel built by the British in 1901 and where Danish "Out of Africa" writer Karen Blixen stayed during her visit in 1914. Visit Fort Jesus which was built by the Portuguese in 1593 and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2011. The walking tour in the Old Town of Mombasa which will give you the opportunity to appreciate the authentic Swahili culture and Arab architecture. You will also see the remains of the old historic Port of Mombasa. The most colorful and lively place is the Spice Market built by the English in 1914. Without missing out on seeing the four gigantic elephant tusks erected in 1952 for the arrival of the Queen of England.

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Discover the vibrant colors and textures of Nairobi’s bustling African fabric markets on a guided tour. Explore stalls filled with kitenge, Ankara, and other unique textiles, learn about their cultural significance, and enjoy personalized assistance in selecting your favorite fabrics. Here, you don’t just buy fabric—you’re invited to create a statement. Local tailors and designers sketch outfits on the spot, blending your personality with Africa’s timeless creativity. The result: clothing that celebrates heritage while radiating modern elegance. For a truly memorable keepsake, opt to have a custom outfit designed and tailored within 48 hours.