6-Hour Kiambethu Tea Farm Tour from Nairobi with Forest Walk

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Learn about tea cultivation and the farm's colonial-era history
• 02 Walk through lush tea plantations and see how tea is grown and harvested
• 03 Explore an indigenous forest with a local guide and spot Colobus monkeys
• 04 Discover the traditional uses of local plants during the nature walk

Enjoy a refreshing 6-hour tour to Kiambethu Tea Farm in the scenic highlands of Limuru, just outside Nairobi. Discover Kenya's rich tea heritage with an engaging farm visit, a walk through lush tea plantations, and insights into how tea is cultivated and processed. Explore an indigenous forest with a local guide, spot Colobus monkeys and native birds, and learn the traditional uses of local plants. Relax in the beautifully maintained gardens, take in sweeping views of the Limuru countryside, and enjoy a home-cooked lunch before returning to Nairobi.

Explore an indigenous forest with a local guide, spot Colobus monkeys and native birds, and learn the traditional uses of local plants.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Nairobi

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Kiambethu Tea Farm and Limuru Highlands Experience

• 09:45 AM - Begin the Journey
  Meet your driver at your Nairobi hotel and begin a scenic drive to Limuru in the serene Kenyan highlands.
• 11:00 AM - Arrive at Kiambethu Tea Farm
  Receive a warm welcome with a cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee. Listen to an informative talk about the history of the farm and the tea-making process.
• 11:30 AM - Explore the Tea Fields
  Walk through the lush green plantations and learn how tea is cultivated, handpicked, and processed for consumption.
• 12:00 PM - Enter the Indigenous Forest
  Follow a local guide on a short nature walk through the nearby forest. Discover the traditional uses of local plants and look out for Colobus monkeys and a variety of native birds.
• 01:00 PM - Relax in the Gardens
  Stroll through the colorful gardens and take in sweeping views of the Limuru countryside.
• 01:15 PM - Enjoy an Optional Lunch
  Sit down for a delicious, locally sourced meal if you have included the lunch option. Savor fresh, home-cooked dishes in a tranquil outdoor setting.
• 02:00 PM - Depart from the Farm
  Begin your journey back to Nairobi after a refreshing and educational day.
• 03:45 PM - Return to Hotel
  Arrive back at your hotel with enriching memories of Kenya's tea heritage.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pickup and drop-off to your hotel
• All transport
• All entry fees
• Lunch
• Drinks at the farm
• Assistance throughout the tour
• Bottled water

What's Not Included

• Tips (optional)

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes - for forest and garden walks
• Hat or cap - to protect from the sun during the outdoor tour
• Sunglasses and sunscreen - Limuru can be sunny
• Camera or smartphone - for stunning photos of nature and wildlife
• Light jacket or sweater - Limuru weather can be cool, especially in the morning
• Reusable water bottle - stay hydrated during the walk
• Insect repellent - especially for the forested areas
• Identification or ID - especially if you are a resident getting local rates

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Girls School Road, Limuru Town., Kenya

Tour start

Girls School Road, Limuru Town., Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.