Kiambethu Tea Farm Half-Day Tour | Limuru Tea Farm Experience & Lunch

Activities

Coffe/Tea farm tours

Hotels

No hotels listed

Destinations

Limuru

Transportation

Land Cruiser
Tour Van

Includes:

Transport: Private return transport from Nairobi in a 4x4 Land Cruiser.
Logistics: Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or residence within Nairobi.
Meal Plan: Homemade 3-course farmhouse lunch (plus welcome tea/biscuits).
Activities: Guided farm tour, tea history lecture, and indigenous forest walk.
Fees: Entry fees and professional driver-guide allowances.

Excludes:

Alcoholic beverages.
Personal expenses (Laundry, tips, souvenirs).
Travel and personal insurance.
Activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

Escape the bustling streets of Nairobi for the lush, emerald hills of Kiambethu Tea Farm. Situated at 7,200 feet, this family-run estate was established in 1910 by AB McDonell and is now managed by his granddaughter, Fiona Vernon. This tour is more than just a tea tasting; it is a deep dive into the history of one of Kenya's largest exports.

Upon arrival in your private 4x4 Land Cruiser, you will be welcomed with freshly brewed tea and an informal talk on the farm’s fascinating heritage. Your morning continues with a guided walk through the vibrant tea fields where you can see tea picking in action, followed by a stroll through a protected indigenous forest. Keep an eye out for the resident Colobus monkeys and exotic birdlife that call these gardens home. The experience culminates in a celebrated three-course farmhouse lunch, prepared with fresh vegetables from the garden and cream from the farm’s own Channel Island cows. It is the ultimate refined escape for those looking to experience the authentic "White Highlands" of Kenya.

Group Size	Description	Package Cost (USD)
2 Pax	Per Person Sharing	$ 170
3 – 4 Pax	Per Person Sharing	$ 135
4 – 6 Pax	Per Person Sharing	$ 120
5 – 6 Pax	Per Person Sharing	$ 110
6 – 7 Pax	Per Person Sharing	$ 105

Day 1: Pick up and drop off

09:00 AM – Departure: Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel. Enjoy a scenic drive through the forest-lined Limuru Road as you climb toward the highlands.
11:00 AM – Arrival at Kiambethu: Warm welcome at the historic main house with a cup of tea/coffee and biscuits.
11:30 AM – Farm Tour & History Talk: Learn about the tea-making process and the McDonell family legacy. Follow your guide into the tea fields and the nearby indigenous forest to spot wildlife and learn about traditional plant uses.
01:00 PM – Farmhouse Lunch: Sit down on the veranda for a delicious 3-course meal with sweeping views of the Ngong Hills.
02:30 PM – Departure: Begin the return journey to Nairobi.
04:30 PM – Drop-off: Arrival back at your hotel or residence.

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What should I wear?

Limuru is significantly cooler than Nairobi. We highly recommend bringing a sweater or light jacket and wearing comfortable walking shoes for the forest trails.