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While better known for coffee, Kenya also produces tea. Discover the leaf behind the liquid on this door-to-door day trip to Kiambethu Farm, Kenya’s first tea plantation, established in 1910. Exploring with a guide in a group no larger than 15, tour the tea fields, stroll the forest, keeping an eye out for colobus monkeys, learn about indigenous plants, and feast on a 3-course buffet lunch.

This is a carefully crafted experience that provides both character and quality. Between unfair exploitation in un-regulated open markets and the prevalence of low-quality goods, souvenir shopping in Kenya can be a minefield. Navigate it with ease on this door-to-door private tour, with your driver/guide on hand to translate, carry heavy items, and advise if required. A typical tour includes stops at four high-caliber stores: Kobe Beads Factory, Utamaduni Crafts Centre, Golden eagle art gallery and Aqeeq Galleria. Our tour is specially crafted to afford you the opportunity at your pleasure the chance to acquire a precious stone, with our visit to the gemstone store. The gemstones range from Tanzanite garnet, Amethyst, Rubies, Red Garnets, and Aquamarine which yes, are all mined in Kenya & East Africa. Souvenirs are a memorable way to remember your travel experience as these objects hold a sentimental value to yourself, friends & loved ones.

An attraction-packed overview for first-time visitors to the Kenyan capital, this private, full-day tour visits three museums—topped off by a stop at Bomas of Kenya. Learn about the country’s archaeological history at the National Museum, see a collection of artifacts and train models at the Railway Museum, and visit the former home of the writer known as Isaak Denison at the Karen Blixen Museum. Transportation and admission tickets are provided.

Discover Nairobi’s art and cultural scene without deciding which museums and galleries to prioritize on your own. This private half-day tour brings together three of the city’s leading institutions for a broader look at Kenya’s heritage, from historical collections to modern and contemporary African art. Travel between stops with ease while gaining added context and insight throughout the experience.

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.

Take a game drive and spot some of Kenya’s “Big Four” without leaving Nairobi on this experience. Ideal for those short on time in Kenya, this budget-friendly, half-day safari trip takes place in Nairobi National Park, a reserve close to the city where you can see lion, rhino, buffalo, Leopards, cheetah, and more in the wild.

Discover some of Kenya’s diverse cultures without leaving Nairobi on a full-day tour that includes a kazuri bead factory, Matbronze Wildlife Art, the Bomas of Kenya, and the Maasai Market. Traveling across the city with a local driver takes the hassle and stress out of exploring Nairobi, and you’ll get a great introduction to cultures from across the country, from art and artisans to traditional life.

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.

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.

The ideal way to tick off the Karen Blixen Museum and Denys Finch Hatton’s grave site in a day—this private tour helps you avoid the hassle of waiting around for local buses. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle and enjoy commentary to help you learn about the fascinating life story of Karen Blixen and her famous memoir “​​Out of Africa”.

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.

A guided tour is the easiest way to see Kenya’s big five game animals while exploring Masai Mara National Reserve. This tour from Nairobi offers the luxury of a private guide to take you within close viewing distance of the animals that you want to see, plus provides amenities such as transportation, lodging, and meals for guaranteed quality—no planning required. Upgrade to luxury accommodation or optional activities.

Shun market tat and aggressive sellers on this door-to-door cultural shopping tour with a guide. Start at Kazuri Beads Factory, continue to Utamaduni Craft Centre, with everything from wood carvings to batik, then tour the Matbronze foundry and sculpture gallery. Finally, explore the Bomas of Kenya cultural village and the Maasai Market before your driver drops you to your hotel or the airport. Tour excludes entrance fees.

unique combination of wildlife, culture, and craft. At the Giraffe Centre, visitors enjoy rare up-close encounters with endangered Rothschild giraffes. Kobe Beads offers a behind-the-scenes look at handmade jewelry while supporting local women artisans. The tour ends at Bomas of Kenya with vibrant traditional music, dance, and insights into Kenya’s diverse cultures. This blend of conservation, empowerment, and heritage makes the experience truly memorable.

The tour begins from cruise ships docking in Mombasa port and we bring you back to the port on time for onward travels: Fort Jesus Historical Museum, Old town, Walk in the market and lunch in a local dishes restaurant in Mombasa, Mombasa Giant elephant Tusk monument and afternoon visit to the haller park.

Gain an intimate glimpse of Kenya’s tea industry on this full-day tour to the Riara Tea Farm, with hassle-free round-trip transportation from your Nairobi hotel. Explore the plantation with your professional guide to learn more about the processes of tea production, then sample a fresh cup along with your complimentary lunch and enjoy sweeping views of the lush landscape, with the Ngong Hills and Yatta Plateau visible in the distance.

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.

Most cultural tours in Kenya focus on either music or cuisine; during this unique hybrid package in Nairobi, you’ll experience both. Learn how to play traditional Kenyan drums while preparing classic recipes within an intimate group capped at just 10 participants. Then, listen to Kenyan stories as you share a meal together, with options available for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

Enjoy an evening of dining, dance, and music at the Safari Park Hotel’s Nyama Choma Ranch. Sizzling, barbecued meats from steak to mutton are carved tableside, while side dishes include jacket potatoes, salads, and dips. After dinner, the Safari Cats take the stage for an acrobatic dance show with sumptuous costumes and music.

No Kenya trip would be complete without a safari and this great-value private experience slots perfectly into a beach vacation, with 2-way transfers from Mombasa and the coast. Enjoy four game drives over three days, with transport and full-board accommodation included. You’ll spend one night in Tsavo East National Park and a second at Salt Lick Game Lodge, positioned above a waterhole. Pricing is based on at least two travelers.

Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the capital on a private day tour to Kiambethu Farm in Limuru, and learn about the history and cultivation of one of Kenya’s top export- tea. Explore the serene grounds with a guide for insight into the traditional and modern uses of the native flora, and unwind with lunch, drinks, and round-trip transfer included.

Find vast herds of elephants at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro on a private 2-day safari from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park, with daily game drives timed to spot wildlife when they’re most active. Since included accommodations options range from tents to a high-end safari lodge, the safari can be as rustic—or luxurious—as you want, and a range of pickup options tailor the safari to your travel plans.

Experience a more contemporary side of Nairobi without handling the toxic traffic on this door-to-door private tour of the Kenyan capital. Learn about the nation’s culture, heritage, and peoples at the Nairobi National Museum, then visit the Snake Park next door. Discover the August 7 Memorial Park, built to commemorate the US Embassy bombings of 1998, then soak up city views from the roof of the Kenyatta International Conference Center.

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.