Where to Go: the 6 Best Farm Tours in Nairobi

1.Nairobi Coffee Farm and Factory Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $98Our pick

You’ll visit Fairview Coffee Estate about 20 minutes from central Nairobi with a private guide and driver. Walk among coffee trees, see grading, drying, processing, and roasting, then taste several Kenyan coffees with snacks. Guides may include Moses, Obed, Ann, Alex, Elvis, or James, depending on availability.

“I had an amazing experience on the coffee plantation. Elvis was our tour guide; he was endearing, knowledgeable, and funny. We learned about the different types of coffee beans, walking through the plantation, leaned about the coffee making process, and also has a coffee tasting at the end.”

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2.Coffee Factory and Farm Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 60 reviews · 4 hours · from $24Best value

Spend four hours traveling from Nairobi to Fairview Coffee Estate in Limuru, where a farm guide explains coffee growing, picking, drying, roasting, and brewing. You will walk among coffee plants, taste at least two Fairview coffees, and have time to buy ground or whole-bean coffee. Guides such as Elvis, James, and Ray are known for making the visit lively and clear.

“Really enjoyed it the guide was really informative and had a real passion for his work. The group were were in were also good vibes so overall a great experience would definitely recommend!”

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3.Nairobi to Kiambethu Tea Farm Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $108

Leave Nairobi at 9:30 am for Kiambethu Tea Farm, where Fiona or another farm host explains Kenyan tea, followed by a field visit, indigenous forest walk, bird and colobus monkey spotting, and a three-course lunch overlooking the Ngong Hills. Hotel transfers, a guide, tea, coffee, and taxes are included.

“Dunkin, the tour guide, is an amazing storyteller. He explained the history and science of coffee, its different types, and the entire process from cultivation to enjoying a delicious cup. The farm, located on the outskirts of Nairobi, is situated in a quiet and serene place, allowing visitors to witness each step of coffee production”

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4.Coffee Farm Village & Factory Half Day Tour with Pick-Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $95

Spend four to five hours visiting Fairview Coffee Estate outside Nairobi. A private driver collects you from your hotel or residence, then a farm guide such as Liz, James, Elizabeth, or Faith may lead you through coffee growing, processing, and tasting. You’ll also get fresh country air, green views, and a brewed cup of Kenyan coffee.

“I enjoyed understanding their process of coffee farming. The tour was educational and interesting. The people were very friendly and we enjoyed our guide.”

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5.Private Day Trip to Kiambethu Tea Farm in Limuru from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $141

Leave Nairobi at 9:45am for Kiambethu Tea Farm in Limuru, where Fiona, Sarah, or another local host explains tea growing and preparation. Walk through tea fields and indigenous forest, watch for Colobus monkeys and birds, then enjoy drinks and a three-course lunch overlooking the Ngong Hills. Private transport and hotel pickup are included.

“Beautiful nature-full day on the tea farm with a short nature hike and a delicious lunch. Great way to spend the day.”

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6.Day Tour To Kiambethu Tea Farm in Limuru

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $115

Leave Nairobi at about 9:45am for Kiambethu Tea Farm in Limuru. Learn how Kenyan tea is made, walk through indigenous forest with a local guide, look for Colobus monkeys, then enjoy drinks and lunch overlooking the fields. Private transport, Nairobi CBD pickup, and airport pickup are included.

“The location was beautiful. The air was so clean and fresh. The tea fields were a calming oasis. The lush green are was just the tranquil sanctuary we needed.”

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