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Between fake souvenirs and the national bargaining culture, shopping in Nairobi can be a minefield. Find the best quality arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, and homewares at sensible prices on this small-group guided door-to-door shopping tour. Visit the African Heritage House, Utamaduni Craft Centre, Kazuri Beads Factory, Marula Studios, the City Market, and, if it’s open, the Maasai Market, and leave with souvenirs that will last a lifetime.

Kobe Beads Factory is a company that makes one of the most beautiful beads .Our driver will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00am and head to Kobe Bead Factory which is located in Nairobi. You will be shown all the stages of bead making from start to last. It offers employment opportunities to single parents from the poor neighborhood hence earning a living to their families. It is a pottery , ceramic beads factory that makes beautiful gifts and souvenirs which are now exported world wide .There is a gift shop that stores some of its wares . You will get to enjoy and experience all that happens here and later head to have a nice lunch. Afterward you will be dropped to your hotel full of memories.

This tour package exposes you to most of the 44+ cultural crafts across Kenya. The souvenirs are unique and of top quality. Visit a beads factory and learn how they make their crafts from simple raw materials to the final product. You can also customize your item to your preferred taste and liking! Your guide will be able to provide translation services if need-be, as well as assist to carry your shopping items. You will also get a chance to visit the Giraffe Centre and enjoy some one-on-one time with them, learn more about the giraffes in Kenya, specifically those at the centre and also learn some history about this centre. If you are hungry during the tour, there are some restaurants which offer sumptuous Kenyan dishes at affordable rates.

After a pick up at 6:00am from your hotel/airport, Begin your tour to Nairobi National park through the main gate for a 3 hour game drive. Your guide will be aiming to show you as much variety of animals as possible. If you’re lucky, you may spot the rhinos and lions getting ready for the morning. After this, you will have about an hour for lunch (own expense),Then proceed to giraffe center. Here you see the magnificent creatures and learn why they are endangered. You will also learn their behaviors, traits and more conservation education. Then you will proceed to Bomas Of Kenya and have an exciting experience with the local cultural dancers and also show case the early traditional homestead of the communities in Kenya. Get dropped back to your hotel which marks the end of the tour.

Spend a unique unforgetable city and cultural shopping tour experience of a lifetime. It involves touring the Nairobi city,viewing the arial view from the highest tower at Kenyatta International Conference Center, visiting the city market, business streets and monuments. Guests can enjoy the view and take memorable photos from here. The guests will view a monument at KICC and take photos of the first president of Kenya who fought for our independence. The guests can then enjoy a matatu culture ride from Nairobi City to nearest bus stop or just view the matatu during its stop over time. Then after that we catch a taxi to the next destination, the masai market. Guests will visit the cultural masai market and see different African artefacts. There are variety that can be used for decor and as souvenirs ranging from African jewellery, baskets, mats, sculptures and many other interesting pieces.

Enjoy day tour to Nairobi City Tour including the modern city centre, Parliament Buildings, continuing to the Railway Museum where old steam locomotives are on display, you will visit the city market selling various African curiosities and tropical fruits and flowers, with a stop at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre. Later enjoy Kenya is a nation rich in culture, which is being threatened by increasing modernity. To combat the loss of this rich heritage, the Bomas of Kenya has put together a series of tribal cultural shows geared towards promoting her rich cultural diversity. It features virtually all of the 42 tribes in the country, coming together from diverse cultural backgrounds. You will be treated to a rich traditional music and dance show at this cultural centre. The greatest excitement is the display of traditional dances, music, and songs being performed in a splendid area.

Experience Full day adventure in the museum, snake park, giraffe center and kobe beads and enjoy the day , in giraffe center you will see Rothschild giraffe and you will get the opportunity to them being fed in the national museum you will learn about the culture ,history and see the evolution of the early man. In kobe beads you will get the opportunity to see the whole process of bead making.

Enjoy advanced reservations to Nairobi’s premier dinner and cultural show, located in stunning Safari Park Hotel. Small-group tours include door-to-door pickup and comfortable transfers in a private vehicle. Watch colorful acrobatic performances and listen to live music from local Swahili acts while digging into a traditional Kenyan dinner, with classics like barbecued meat and jacket potatoes.

Dive into the cultural and natural treasures of Nairobi with our specially curated day tour, encompassing the Karen Blixen Museum and Kobe Beads Factory. This journey offers a blend of history, local artisan crafts, and wildlife interaction, making for a memorable day out in Kenya's vibrant capital city. Starting with the former home of acclaimed Danish author Karen Blixen, we delve into the pages of her famous book Out of Africa followed by a visit to the Kobe Beads Factory where you experience firsthand the beautiful handcrafts made by local women. Let's embark on this exciting adventure! Appreciate African women craftsmanship at the beads women factory

Our guide will be in time to pick you up from your city-based hotel. After a brief introduction, you will be ushered into an air-conditioned vehicle for a smooth ride to this famous cultural center. The 2-hour dance show is represented by different tribes. Each tribe has a unique dancing style and instrument. You are also free to join the dancers and make the show sweeter and more memorable. Gain insight into the dwellings of different indigenous communities. Later, after the tour of the villagers, you will head back to your city-based hotel with a lot of cultural memories.

Combine two Nairobi highlights on a tour that starts at the Bomas of Kenya then continues to the Carnivore Restaurant for a sizzling dinner served on Masai swords. It’s a cultural immersion that packs traditions from all over Kenya — from dance to song and folklore — into one afternoon, and visiting the adjacent destinations on a single excursion means less time on the road and more time to experience Kenyan culture.

Leave Nairobi’s crazy drivers to the experts and relax on this small-group guided door-to-door city tour that’s the perfect introduction to Kenya. Get up close and personal with native wildlife at the Giraffe Center and the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an elephant orphanage. Watch craftspeople creating traditional pottery beads at the Kazuri Beads Factory, then take in a cultural performance at Bomas of Kenya.Discover Kenya’s wildlife, crafts, and culture on a small-group Nairobi tourGet intimate insights into Africa from your guideWatch a traditional African performance at Bomas of KenyaTake it easy with door-to-door round-trip hotel transfers

You will be picked at your Nairobi Hotel and head to Kibera Slums where you will be driven through the Ngong road, visit the Soweto Village homesteads, and then continue to the Curio (handcrafts) Workshop where you will witness how those living in the Kibera slums are innovative in making ornaments out of animal bones. Continue with visits of the Nursery schools and pass by to see the water vendor and the shower shop as you meet other slum dwellers mingling with you as they carry on with their daily chores. Enter a typical Kibera-house. Feel welcome in one of the houses in Kibera and ask your questions about the day-to-day live in Kibera. Duration: 2 hours Stop At: Bomas of Kenya, Langata Rd Mageso Chember, Nairobi 00100 Kenya You will then have a lunch stop over (own expense) later visit the Bomas of kenya and experience the different cultures in kenya and their History. Later the driver will take you back to your Hotel or at the Airport. Duration: 2 hours

Feel the ancient rhythms of Africa as you feast on game grilled over an open fire on this door-to-door dinner package. First, savor authentic African meats with classic accompaniments as a live band plays. Next, enjoy a thrilling show that blends African dance moves with acrobatics, keeping you glued to the stage. Travel in a group no larger than 11 people for a more intimate experience.

Forget the hassle of multi-day excursions and discover African wildlife just outside the capital on a small-group trip to Nairobi National Park (entrance fee not included). See native species such as lions, rhinos, and giraffes against an urban backdrop, and learn about the region’s flora and fauna from your professional guide. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule, and benefit from round-trip transfer for a hassle-free experience.

Prepaid entrance fees and private transportation make for a foolproof day of Nairobi sightseeing. Visit top Nairobi sites such as Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre,—all with the benefit of a personal guide to share information about the local wildlife, history, and culture as you go.

Combine two Nairobi highlights on a tour that starts at the Bomas of Kenya then continues to the Carnivore Restaurant for a sizzling dinner served on Masai swords. It’s a cultural immersion that packs traditions from all over Kenya — from dance to song and folklore — into one afternoon, and visiting the adjacent destinations on a single excursion means less time on the road and more time to experience Kenyan culture.

Discover the Heartbeat of Nairobi — Beyond the Tourist Trail Step into the real Nairobi with local guide Wilfred, whose deep roots in the community unlock stories and spaces few visitors ever see. On this intimate 3–4 hour walking tour, you’ll wander lively paths, visit local schools and churches, and witness creative innovation at places like the African Bone Workshop and women-led biogas enterprises. From the warmth of local homes to the sweeping rooftop views at Willvee, every moment offers genuine connection, inspiration, and purpose. Why It’s Unique: Led by a local community guide born and raised in the area — not a typical city tour. Access to real community spaces (schools, workshops, homes) rarely open to tourists. Promotes sustainable tourism, directly supporting women entrepreneurs and artisans. Ends with panoramic views and personal reflection from the Willvee rooftop.

Discover Kenya's rich cultural diversity on this tour from Nairobi to Bomas of Kenya, a village that was constructed to represent elements of each of Kenya's 42 ethnic groups. Tour the village with a guide before enjoying traditional performances in dance, music, and storytelling to gain a greater appreciation and understanding of Kenyan life.

An oasis of oriental calm set against a backdrop of rice paper screens, bamboo fronds and sculptured Japanese gardens, Chiyo showcases the essential culture of Japanese cuisine. Then after dinner you are entertained with Cat Dance show from 9PM to 10PM

Embark on a walking journey through the streets of Kibera in Nairobi. Cover the historical backdrop and future prospects of Africa's most extensive. Experience the vibrant culture and diverse history on the Bomas of Kenya. Dedicate an afternoon to immersing yourself in Kenyan culture on this private tour to the Bomas of Kenya tourist village. Learn about the country’s diverse tribal cultures through craft, music, and dance presentations, then visit a local restaurant for a traditional Kenyan dinner. Enjoy a hassle-free, half-day excursion with round-trip transportation provided from your hotel.

Take a game drive and spot some of Kenya’s “Big Five” without truly leaving Nairobi on this experience. safari trip takes place in Nairobi National Park, Giraffe center and Cultural Dances Tour

Appreciate african Gemstones, from tanzanite, tsavorite, aquamarine, ruby among other pricesles african gems sourced from kenya , and the rest of east africa. The Beads Women's Factory is a mesmerizing showcase of age-old bead craftsmanship, where colors weave tales of tradition and empowerment. Witness firsthand the meticulous artistry and become a part of the narrative as you craft your own bead jewelry. But the journey doesn't end here. The Utamaduni Craft Centre awaits, offering a tapestry of 16 vibrant shops that echo Kenya's diverse culture. From captivating masks to intricate fabrics, every artifact here sings of passion, history, and skill. This isn't just shopping; it's an immersion, an interaction, a dance of hands and hearts. Book now and let your soul resonate with the melodies of Kenyan craftsmanship. Don't just travel; live the story.

From orphaned elephants to free-roaming wildlife, explore some of Nairobi’s conservation and historic highlights on a full-day tour of the Karen Blixen Museum, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, and Nairobi National Park. Door-to-door service in a climate-controlled minivan means you can cover more ground in a single day of sightseeing, without the challenge of fighting Nairobi traffic on your own.