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Visit Kenya’s first purple tea farm on the slopes above Ndakaini Dam for hands-on tea picking, hand-rolling lessons, specialty tastings, a bamboo nature walk and a refreshing waterfall dip—finished with a farm-fresh three-course lunch.
Visit Kenya’s first purple tea farm on the slopes above Ndakaini Dam for hands-on tea picking, hand-rolling lessons, specialty tastings, a bamboo nature walk and a refreshing waterfall dip—finished with a farm-fresh three-course lunch.
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Operated by Bush Thorns Adventures and Safaris · Ndakaini, Kiambu County
Morning mist rolls off the steep slopes as you step from an air-conditioned transfer onto the farm road, the leaves around you a deep, unexpected purple. The Purple Tea Farm occupies a cool band on the lower Aberdares near Ndakaini Dam; here tea bushes take on a reddish-purple hue that changes the light and the cup. You’ll learn to pluck the bud and two leaves, try hand-rolling, and taste freshly brewed cups that emphasize floral and berry notes rather than the usual grassy profile.
moderate.
6–7 hours.
Light to moderate fitness—able to walk 1–3 miles on uneven terrain and stand during demos.
The full experience runs about 6–7 hours (360–420 minutes) including transport, farm activities, walk and lunch.
Yes—an air‑conditioned vehicle and return transfer are typically included; confirm your pickup point when booking.
Yes—guests can hand-roll leaves during the demo and take home a small portion of their hand-made specialty tea.
The waterfall is a shallow, natural pool best for a cool dip rather than full swimming; follow your guide’s safety advice and avoid after heavy rains.
Tea cultivation in the Kenyan highlands expanded under colonial-era estates and has since diversified; purple tea is a modern cultivar grown for specialty markets.
The farm emphasizes organic and ethical practices; visitors should stay on trails, avoid single-use plastics and follow guide instructions to protect sensitive riparian zones.
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