Tours & tickets

Kiambethu Tea Farm

Discover the enchanting world of tea at Kiambethu Tea Farm, located just a short drive from Nairobi. This full-day tour offers an immersive experience into the art of tea cultivation, production, and tasting, all set against the backdrop of lush, scenic landscapes. Morning Welcome: 9:30 AM Start: Begin your day with a warm welcome featuring freshly brewed tea and snacks Farm History: Enjoy an informal yet informative talk by the host, detailing the rich history and legacy of Kiambethu Tea Farm, one of Kenya's oldest tea farms. Tea Farm Exploration: Guided Tour: Stroll through the verdant tea fields, where expert guides will explain the intricacies of tea cultivation and the unique qualities of purple tea. Tea Picking: Try your hand at picking tea leaves, guided by experienced tea pickers who will teach you the best techniques. Tea Production Experience: Making Specialty Tea: Return to the farm and learn the traditional methods of producing orthodox tea. Participate in roasting, hand-rolling, drying, and packaging your tea to take home as a unique souvenir. Forest Trek: Embark on a nature walk through the nearby forest, rich with indigenous plants and wildlife, culminating in a visit to a local waterfall where you can take a refreshing dip. Farm-Fresh Dining: Three-Course Meal: Savor a delicious, farm-fresh three-course meal prepared with locally sourced ingredients, offering a true taste of the region. Relaxation: Conclude your day with a bonfire in the gardens, providing a perfect setting to relax and reflect on your enriching experience.

Come and enjoy a lunch time tour of the farm with Fiona... Spend the day at the Kiambethu Tea Farm just outside Nairobi, Then enjoy a farm-fresh 3-course lunch, along with a cup of tea, while admiring the sweeping views of the Ngong Hills tea fields. Arrive at 11am and over a cup of tea or coffee the history of the farm and process of making tea is informally explained, followed by an opportunity to see tea in the field. Then take a walk in the indigenous forest with our resident Kenyan guide who will identify the plants and explain how they are traditionally used. Look out for the Colobus monkeys close up and wander in the gardens which are home to a wide variety of birds and flowers. Return to the house to enjoy a pre-lunch drink on the verandah with sweeping views across the tea fields to the Ngong Hills. Enjoy your three course buffet lunch from our set menu prepared with vegetables from the garden and desserts are topped with cream from our herd of Channel Island cows.

Spend the day at the Kiambethu Tea Farm just outside Nairobi and learn all about tea during this small-group tour. Once you arrive, listen to engaging commentary about the history of Kiambethu and the process of making tea before embarking on a guided tour of the farm. Deeply immersive and educational, the Kaimbethu Tea Farm Tour takes visitors inside a charming tea plantation. Tucked away in a valley of verdant hills, guests are invited to discover the complexities of tea growing, from the picking of small tea leaves to the refining process that turns them into the fragrant beverage that is savored by people all over the world. Guided tours highlight both contemporary and traditional processes while offering insights into the long history of tea production. Visitors can interact with nearby farmers, take in the estate's breathtaking scenery, and finish the experience with a revitalizing tea tasting where they can sample the unique tastes of freshly brewed teas. The exquisite fusion of environment, culture, and the creativity behind the well-known tea may be experienced on the Kaimbethu Tea Farm Tour.

Spend the day at the Kiambethu Tea Farm just outside Nairobi, Then enjoy a farm-fresh 3-course lunch, along with a cup of tea, while admiring the sweeping views of the Ngong Hills tea fields. Come and enjoy a lunch time tour of the farm with Fiona... Arrive at 11am and over a cup of tea or coffee the history of the farm and process of making tea is informally explained, followed by an opportunity to see tea in the field. Then take a walk in the indigenous forest with our resident Kenyan guide who will identify the plants and explain how they are traditionally used. Look out for the Colobus monkeys close up and wander in the gardens which are home to a wide variety of birds and flowers. Return to the house to enjoy a pre-lunch drink on the verandah with sweeping views across the tea fields to the Ngong Hills. Enjoy your three course buffet lunch from our set menu prepared with vegetables from the garden and desserts are topped with cream from our herd of Channel Island cows.

You will be picked up at your hotel/residence at 9:00 am and start the drive to Limuru arriving at 11am and over a cup of tea or coffee. The history of the farm and process of making tea is informally explained, followed by an opportunity to see tea in the field. Then take a stroll through the indigenous forest with our resident Kenyan guide who will identify the plants and explain how they are traditionally used. Look out for the Colobus monkeys close up and wander in the gardens which are home to a wide variety of birds and flowers. Return to the house to enjoy a pre-lunch drink on the verandah with sweeping views across the tea fields to the Ngong Hills. Enjoy your three course buffet lunch from our set menu prepared with vegetables from the garden and desserts are topped with cream from our herd of Channel Island cows.

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodations in Nairobi at 9:30 am. Arrive at the main house of Kiambethu Tea Estate at 11 am. You’ll be welcomed with homemade biscuits and tea. As you enjoy your snack, you’ll learn about the farm and the tea-making process from your guide. Stroll through the lovely gardens surrounding the main house. Catch a glimpse of the resident colobus monkeys. Explore the well-preserved indigenous forest with your knowledgable guide. End your tour with a relaxed lunch. Enjoy a 3-course meal made from locally sourced produce, along with soft drink and tea and coffee.

Discover the Kiambethu Tea Farm on a guided tour from Nairobi. Learn about the history of the farm and the process of making tea. Take a walk in the indigenous forest with a resident Kenyan guide who will identify the plants and explain how they are traditionally used. Be picked up at your hotel in Nairobi and start the drive to Limuru, arriving at 11:00 AM. Upon arrival, over a cup of tea or coffee, hear about the history of the farm and the process of making tea before you have the opportunity to see tea in the field. Then, take a walk in the indigenous forest with a resident Kenyan guide who will identify the plants and explain how they are traditionally used. Look out for the Colobus monkeys and wander in the gardens which are home to a wide variety of birds and flowers. Return to the house to enjoy a pre-lunch drink on the verandah with sweeping views across the tea fields to the Ngong Hills. Enjoy your three-course buffet lunch from a set menu prepared with vegetables from the garden and desserts topped with cream from the herd of Channel Island cows.

Spend the day at the Kiambethu Tea Farm just outside Nairobi and learn all about tea during this small-group tour. Once you arrive, listen to engaging commentary about the history of Kiambethu and the process of making tea before embarking on a guided tour of the farm. Deeply immersive and educational, the Kiambethu Tea Farm Tour takes visitors inside a charming tea plantation. Tucked away in a valley of verdant hills, guests are invited to discover the complexities of tea growing, from the picking of small tea leaves to the refining process that turns them into the fragrant beverage that is savored by people all over the world. Guided tours highlight both contemporary and traditional processes while offering insights into the long history of tea production. Visitors can interact with nearby farmers, take in the estate's breathtaking scenery, and finish the experience with a revitalizing tea tasting where they can sample the unique tastes of freshly brewed teas. The exquisite fusion of environment, culture, and the creativity behind the well-known tea may be experienced on the Kiambethu Tea Farm Tour.

Enjoy a day trip from Nairobi to the Kiambethu Tea Farm. Learn about the history of the farm and the process of making tea. Take a walk in the indigenous forest with a resident Kenyan guide, and enjoy a 3-course buffet lunch. Be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi and start the drive to Limuru, arriving at 11:00 AM. Upon arrival, over a cup of tea or coffee, hear about the history of the farm and the process of making tea before you have the opportunity to see tea in the field. Then, take a walk in the indigenous forest with a resident Kenyan guide who will identify the plants and explain how they are traditionally used. Look out for the Colobus monkeys and wander in the gardens which are home to a wide variety of birds and flowers. Return to the house to enjoy a pre-lunch drink on the verandah with sweeping views across the tea fields to the Ngong Hills. Enjoy your three-course buffet lunch from a set menu prepared with vegetables from the garden and desserts topped with cream from the herd of Channel Island cows.

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodations in Nairobi at 9:30 am. Arrive at the main house of Kiambethu Tea Estate at 11 am. You’ll be welcomed with homemade biscuits and tea. As you enjoy your snack, you’ll learn about the farm and the tea-making process from your guide. Stroll through the lovely gardens surrounding the main house. Catch a glimpse of the resident colobus monkeys. Explore the well-preserved indigenous forest with your knowledgable guide. End your tour with a relaxed lunch. Enjoy a 3-course meal made from locally sourced produce, along with soft drink and tea and coffee.