Nairobi to Kiambethu Tea Farm Tour


5 to 6 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

Magnificent green view, classic feel  of a farm day at Kiambethu tea plantation provides a tranquil insight into life on a settler farm. Learn how Tea is grown, picked and processed. Have a 3-course lunch with fresh ingredients, and of course, a cup of tea and walk through the tea gardens.

Situated at 7, 200 ft.,  Kiambethu was bought and farmed by AB McDonell in 1910. He was the first person to grow, make and sell tea commercially in Kenya - now one of Kenya’s biggest exports. Five generations have lived on the farm and it is currently run by his granddaughter Fiona Vernon. The farm house is set within beautiful gardens surrounded by acres of tea and indigenous forest - home to the Colobus monkey and plenty of other wildlife. 

Inclusions

  • Lunch
  • Driver/guide
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • All Fees and Taxes

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Kiambethu Farm, Girls School Rd Tigoni, Limuru 00217 Kenya

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.

Duration: 7 hours

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Closed on all Mondays and the last day of every month.Christmas Day and Happy New Years Day
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
CammGee
December 2019

I had an very educated experience at the tea farm. You start from learning how the tea was planted and grown, then on how it’s picked, the various seeds and lastly how it is manufactured! The garden and plants are truly beautiful in person, flowers blossoming all around you! We were able to try t...

charmo05
October 2019

Informative tour learned a lot of information about the tea industry in Kenya. The sponsor does provide a comprehensive day. Very enjoyable day.

moniteg
September 2019

Having a long transit at Niarobi airport, I booked the tour to visit the tea farm. I was picked up from the airport by the very friendly and safe driver Dennis, who along the way told stories about life in Kenya. The visit to the tea farm was simply wonderful. Fiona and her team are wonderful ho...

EllieChengSeokWei
May 2019

What a pleasant trip with a fully reliable and professional tour guide. Along the way from Nairobi city center to Kiambethu Farm you will get to see the outskirts markets and cottage industry along the way. The journey to Kiambethu Farm is very smooth and not winding, there are many spots for pho...

Rihane-91
January 2021

Obed is a very professional and accommodating agent that I would recommend to anyone visiting Nairobi. The tour itself was delightful, the lunch was excellent and the surroundings of the farm look incredible!

mariebellg
November 2020

This was a fabulous day!! Obed suggested this tour and it did not disappoint!! The grounds are incredible the host was amazing and informative!! The lunch was spectacular!! Make sure you book with Obed. He will tailor to your needs. Fantastic guide!!

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