Guided tea farm walk
Tea Farm Tours in Tigoni
A guided walk through working tea fields in Tigoni, about 30 km from Nairobi. Learn how tea is grown, picked and sent to the factory, and see the landscape that has been tea country since the early 1900s.
About this activity
How Kenyan tea is grown, up close
Tea has been grown around Tigoni since the early 1900s, and it still covers most of the hills. From the road it looks like a green carpet. Walking between the rows, you see how it actually works: the bushes pruned flat at waist height, the pickers taking only the top two leaves and a bud, and the collection points where the leaf is weighed before going to the factory.
Your guide explains how the altitude, red volcanic soil and two rainy seasons suit tea, how the plants are looked after through the year, and how most Kenyan tea is processed into the black tea used for chai.
The walk is on farm paths and gentle slopes. We agree the route and length with you when you book, based on your group and the weather.
Highlights
What to expect
- A walk between the rows of a working tea farm.
- How tea is pruned, picked, collected and processed in Kenya.
- The history of tea growing in the Limuru area since the early 1900s.
- Time for questions and photographs along the way.
Itinerary
How the day runs
- 1
Introduction
Meet your guide, who gives a short overview of the farm, the route and what you will see.
- 2
Into the tea
Walk along the rows and farm paths, looking at how the bushes are pruned and picked.
- 3
Collection and processing
Learn what happens to the leaf after picking, from the collection point to the factory.
- 4
Final viewpoint
Finish at an open spot over the tea fields before walking back.
Practical details
Before you come
Included
- •Local guide
- •Guided tea farm walk
- •Time for questions and photographs
Not included
- •Transport to the meeting point
- •Food and drinks
- •Personal insurance
Bring
- •Walking shoes that can get muddy
- •Water and sunscreen
- •A warm layer or rain jacket
Weather: We check conditions before every activity. If the planned route is unsafe, we suggest an alternative or a new date.
Changes: Bookings are confirmed by message. We agree the date and any weather-related changes with you before you pay.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tea farm tour?+
We agree the length when you book, based on your group and the weather. Tell us how much time you have.
Is it suitable for children and older visitors?+
Yes. The walk is on farm paths with some gentle slopes, and we can shorten the route for families or anyone who prefers an easier walk.
Will we see tea being picked?+
Tea is picked through most of the year, so there is a good chance, but picking schedules depend on the farm and the weather.
Can we taste or buy tea?+
Tasting is not included as standard. If you would like to add a tasting or a farm lunch, ask about a custom day.
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