KENYA
Kenya's standouts.
The 10 most popular shopping tours in Kenya. Where each one goes, who runs it, and what a seat costs.
Nairobi farmers market, matatu ride, and hands-on traditional Kenyan cooking at a local home. Groceries included, $50.
“NIMOH took us on a purely local experience of market shopping for a traditional Kenyan meal. She then took us by local matatu bus to her home where we proceeded to prepare the meal. She was very knowledgeable and informative about the local history and culture.”
Private Nairobi shopping and history half-day with translation, top craft stops, Maasai Market, and a city-view finish for $70.
“Tim was so knowledgeable! The Nairobi skyline was beautiful. We had a great time and got to visit some unique souvenir shops.”
Walk Kibera with a local youth guide, see NGO housing and health efforts, and visit Kenya’s largest public primary school for $25.
“We had an amazing guide. He was very knowledgeable about the area and had personal connections to the people which allowed us to see into their own lives. Our guide explained each building and what it meant to them as well as cultuRead more”
A guided Nairobi souvenir hunt with pickup and translation, plus stops at Utamaduni and Kazuri for real handmade craft.
“Jan and Celestine were AMAZING. They took us to great cultural places and shared great stories. I would highly recommend this trip”
A 3-hour Mombasa walk through Fort Jesus, Old Town, the Spice Market, and the Tusks monument, led by Silvance Okoth Adoyo.
“Silvance is a real nice and funny guide. We learned a lot about the Fort and the other places. The Tour takes about 3 h and whilst passing the old town we could have spent more time there. Overall a amazing experiance in mombasa and also the trip to there by car.”
Half-day Nairobi National Park safari with an open-top Landcruiser, plus Maasai Market crafts and culture with hotel pickup included.
“The ride through Nairobi National Park was very memorable, and the driver Legendre was both knowledgable and friendly. He was also very helpful when we went to the Massai Market. I would strongly recommend him.”
Nairobi souvenir shopping with a local: bead factory tour, art galleries, and gemstone stops, plus door-to-door pickup for $60.
“Kelvin took us to places we needed to see and buy our souvenirs. Also, some of the places were full of art works to admire the beautiful art created my Kenyans.”
Nairobi market tour and hands-on Kenyan cooking in a local home. Shop for ingredients, cook ugali, pilau, kienyeji chicken, and eat lunch.
“This was an AMAZING experience!! Tabitha was such a wonderful host and we could not have asked for a better day. If you’re coming to Nairobi and looking for an authentic cultural experience, do not miss this. This is one of the coolest experiences we have ever booked.”
Small-group Nairobi shopping tour with hotel pickup. Visit African Heritage House, Utamaduni, Kazuri beads, City Market, and Maasai Market.
“AWFUL! Nothing as advertised. This is not a tour. If you're looking for a guide to help you with cultural shopping, look elsewhere. As soon as we started driving, the driver/guide started asking us intrusive questions about our jobs and salariRead more”
5-hour Nairobi hop-on tour with Nairobi National Museum, KICC tower views, memorial and railway stops, plus Maasai Market Karen shopping.
“I enjoyed going to the various places and learning much about the history of Nairobi. The description stated a bottle of water was included and I did not receive one and there were no stop made for us to purchase a refreshing drink.”
