Tigoni Tea Farm Tour with Tasting and Snacks

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in Kenya’s rich tea heritage on a Tigoni tea farm tour
• Wander through lush, green fields and learn how tea is cultivated
• Enjoy a guided tasting session of locally grown black, green, or purple teas
• Savor light meals or refreshments prepared using fresh ingredients

Description

Begin your visit with a guided stroll through the tea fields. Learn about different tea varieties — black, green, and purple — and discover how Tigoni’s altitude, fertile soils, and climate create the region’s distinct flavors. Try your hand at tea picking under the guidance of expert farmers, who demonstrate how to harvest the top two leaves and a bud — essential for producing high-quality tea. This interactive step brings the tea-making process vividly to life. Sample freshly brewed teas and explore the differences in flavor, aroma, and texture. Learn how to appreciate subtle nuances in quality and craftsmanship. The tours includes light meals or refreshments, often prepared using fresh ingredients grown on the estate. Enjoy traditional dishes paired with freshly brewed tea for a true farm-to-cup experience. Throughout the tour, guides share fascinating insights into the history of tea farming in Kenya, its economic and cultural significance, and sustainable practices in modern cultivation. Historic farms, such as Kiambethu, offer a deeper connection to the origins of commercial tea in Tigoni, dating back to 1910.

Includes

Guided plantation walk Hands-on tea picking Tea tasting experience Farm-to-table refreshments Educational insights

Important Information

• Tours are hosted on family-owned estates Experience is intimate and personal Suitable for couples, families, and small groups

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund