Limuru: Kiambethu Tea Farm Heritage Tour with Lunch & Entry
Nairobi County, Kenya
Tour Kiambethu Tea Farm, established in 1910 in Limuru, Kenya. Learn how tea is grown, harvested, and processed, walk through an indigenous forest, and enjoy a three-course farmhouse lunch.
Highlights
- Tour tea fields with a guide to see how tea is grown, harvested, and processed
- Learn the history of Kiambethu Tea Farm, established in 1910
- Explore the indigenous forest with a guide who identifies native plants
- Enjoy a three-course lunch with farm-grown and locally sourced ingredients
- Admire views of rolling tea plantations in a tranquil countryside setting
Description
Escape the bustle of Nairobi and enjoy a relaxing day in the lush tea-growing highlands of Limuru with a visit to the historic Kiambethu Tea Farm, one of Kenya's oldest tea estates, established in 1910. This immersive experience combines breathtaking scenery, fascinating history, authentic Kenyan hospitality, and a delicious farmhouse lunch.
Your adventure begins with a convenient morning pick-up from your hotel or residence in Nairobi, followed by a scenic drive through the rolling green landscapes of Limuru. Upon arrival at Kiambethu Tea Farm, you'll be welcomed with freshly brewed Kenyan tea or coffee and homemade snacks while learning about the farm's rich heritage and the history of tea cultivation in Kenya.
Take a guided walk through the picturesque tea fields where you'll discover how tea is grown, harvested, and processed before making its way to cups around the world. Continue into the farm's beautiful indigenous forest, where your guide will introduce you to native plants, traditional medicinal uses, and the local wildlife, including the playful black-and-white colobus monkeys that inhabit the area.
After your walk, return to the farmhouse to enjoy a freshly prepared three-course lunch featuring seasonal ingredients sourced from the farm's gardens and local producers. The meal is complemented by refreshing beverages and, of course, a selection of premium Kenyan teas served in a tranquil countryside setting overlooking the rolling tea plantations.
Following lunch, relax before beginning your return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon with unforgettable memories of one of Kenya's most iconic tea experiences.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from your Nairobi hotel/accommodation
- Lunch and afternoon tea at Kiambethu Estate.
- All Entrance fees inclusive
- Professional English-speaking guides. All guides are experts in African wildlife and culture.
Excludes
- Items and services of personal nature
- Gratuities
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund