Escape Nairobi for a half-day at Kiambethu, a century-old family tea farm in Limuru. Walk tea fields, meet colobus monkeys in an indigenous forest and enjoy a three-course lunch prepared with garden produce.
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Mornings at Kiambethu begin with mist lifting off green rows of tea, the fields opening their leaves to the light while the Ngong Hills keep watch on the horizon. A private drive from Nairobi delivers you to 7,200 ft of working settler farm where the smell of fresh-cut grass and brewed tea sets the rhythm for the day.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves easy walking up to a few kilometers on uneven ground.
Wildlife
History
Kiambethu was established in 1910 by A.B. McDonell, credited with Kenya’s first commercial tea; the farm is still family-run by his descendants.
Conservation
The farm maintains remnant indigenous forest and practices small-scale gardening; visitors are encouraged to stay on trails and minimize waste to protect regeneration areas.
Reserve your spot on the Day tour to Kiambethu tea farm in Limuru from Nairobi today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive with sun protection
High elevation increases UV exposure—bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat for the verandah and field walk.
Wear sturdy, closed shoes
Tea rows and forest trails can be uneven and muddy after rain; supportive shoes improve comfort on the walkthrough.
Carry a reusable water bottle
The tour lasts about five hours with light walking—having water on hand keeps you comfortable and reduces plastic use.
Respect wildlife and plants
Stay on paths, keep distance from Colobus monkeys and avoid feeding animals to protect the farm’s ecosystem.
Sturdy walking shoes
Good traction for tea rows and forest paths, especially in wet conditions.
Light rain jacket
Protects against sudden showers common at this elevation during the long rains.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during the half-day tour and reduces single-use plastic.
summer
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
High-altitude sun exposure can be strong even on cool days—bring SPF and a wide-brim hat.
winter