1-Day Bomas of Kenya Cultural Tour in Nairobi with Afternoon Shows

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy folk dances and songs from different Kenyan tribes
• 02 Understand traditional cultural dress
• 03 See Kenya's cultural diversity presented in one place at Bomas of Kenya
• 04 Watch traditional dances and acrobatic shows in the afternoon

The Bomas of Kenya is a cultural centre at Langata, near the main gate to Nairobi National Park. Talented resident artists perform traditional dances and songs drawn from the country's various tribal groups, including Arab-influenced Swahili taarab music, Kalenjin warrior dances, Embu drumming, and Kikuyu circumcision ceremonies. It is touristy, of course, but it is still a spectacular afternoon out.

Bomas of Kenya offers Kenya in miniature.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nairobi, Nairobi National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Afternoon Visit to the Bomas of Kenya

• Enjoy your afternoon from 1:30 pm with pickup from your hotel in Nairobi and a drive to the Bomas of Kenya.
• Bomas of Kenya offers Kenya in miniature. It is a must-visit for all visitors. Situated 10 km from Nairobi city centre and about 1 km past the main entrance of the game-filled Nairobi National Park, Bomas of Kenya lets you see the wonderful diversity of cultures that make up this fascinating country.
• At Bomas, different aspects of Kenyan culture are displayed, including living styles, crafts, music, and dancing.
• The word Bomas was derived from "Boma," a Swahili word for enclosed homestead, and there are now many different "Bomas," each representing one of Kenya's major ethnic groups.
• You cannot afford to miss the most exciting traditional dances and acrobatic shows, which start from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm during weekdays and from 3:30 pm to 5:15 pm at weekends and public holidays.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Entrance fees to the Bomas
• Transport
• Pickup and drop-off to your hotel
• Our assistance at any point

What's Not Included

• Drinks and beverages
• Gratuities (optional)
• Airport pick-ups and hotels that are not in the city centre/Westland are available at an extra cost

What to bring

• Camera

Know before you go

• This is an afternoon tour only.
• The performances run from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm during weekdays and from 3:30 pm to 5:15 pm at weekends and public holidays.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.