Kiambethu Farm
Kiambethu Farm
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Tuesday
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
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Come and enjoy a lunch time tour of the farm with Fiona... Arrive at 11am and over a cup of tea or coffee the history of the farm and process of making tea is informally explained, followed by an opportunity to see tea in the field. Then take a walk in the indigenous forest with our resident Kenyan guide who will identify the plants and explain how they are traditionally used. Look out for the Colobus monkeys close up and wander in the gardens which are home to a wide variety of birds and flowers. Return to the house to enjoy a pre-lunch drink on the verandah with sweeping views across the tea fields to the Ngong Hills. Enjoy your three course buffet lunch from our set menu prepared with vegetables from the garden and desserts are topped with cream from our herd of Channel Island cows. Advance booking is essential, cost is Kshs.3,800 per person all inclusive, children under 12 are half price.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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Kampur Travel Diaries
Nairobi, Kenya56 contributions
Oct 2020
We visited Kiambethu earlier today and it was a superb experience. A short picturesque drive from Nairobi CBD area, it is a perfect day trip to do.
From the welcome we received once we arrived, to the tremendous talk that Fiona gave us about tea (we learnt so much, and yet it was not information overload) and finally to the amazing tea and lunch - everything was just perfect.
The farm house is really charming and lawn and gardens are beautiful and a great place to spend some time too. The walk through the indigenous forest was also refreshing.
Fiona and the team have really made their home a little piece of heaven and it was lovely to be their guests for the day - everyone makes you feel right at home.
The only difficulty with coming here is that you don't want to leave.
From the welcome we received once we arrived, to the tremendous talk that Fiona gave us about tea (we learnt so much, and yet it was not information overload) and finally to the amazing tea and lunch - everything was just perfect.
The farm house is really charming and lawn and gardens are beautiful and a great place to spend some time too. The walk through the indigenous forest was also refreshing.
Fiona and the team have really made their home a little piece of heaven and it was lovely to be their guests for the day - everyone makes you feel right at home.
The only difficulty with coming here is that you don't want to leave.
Written October 8, 2020
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Elizabeth B
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Jan 2023 • Couples
A well planned tour of tea farm and indigenous forest followed by a delicious lunch. From 1100 am to 0200 pm.
Beautiful farm and garden. Very relaxing tour by knowledgeable owner and her guide. Started off with short walk to tea plantation for demonstration of plucking followed by short seminar, tea and biscuits (allergy friendly variety such as gluten free available).
After tea is short walk in indigenous forest followed by buffet lunch with vegan options and delicious desserts. The buffet is inside a charming historical home with original decor. Seating in the garden.
We really enjoyed the visit and recommend it to those interested in history or tea.
Beautiful farm and garden. Very relaxing tour by knowledgeable owner and her guide. Started off with short walk to tea plantation for demonstration of plucking followed by short seminar, tea and biscuits (allergy friendly variety such as gluten free available).
After tea is short walk in indigenous forest followed by buffet lunch with vegan options and delicious desserts. The buffet is inside a charming historical home with original decor. Seating in the garden.
We really enjoyed the visit and recommend it to those interested in history or tea.
Written January 6, 2023
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Alexander H
Leeds, UK4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
A beautiful location and tour of a beautiful tea farm. Fiona the owner showed us around and taught us everything about tea making and Julius showed us their wonderful forest, followed by an incredible meal, much of the ingredients grown on site. An amazing and great value experience and we can't wait to enjoy the tea we bought!
We used John Kimani as a driver for the day. He was very helpful and a lot lower than other rates quoted (he's on WhatsApp 254722737826).
We used John Kimani as a driver for the day. He was very helpful and a lot lower than other rates quoted (he's on WhatsApp 254722737826).
Written March 31, 2024
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Kate H
9 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
I can’t say enough good things about Kiambethu Tea Farm. Fiona and the other staff went above and beyond to make our visit great. We stopped by on a long layover in Nairobi. My husband loves tea so I thought it would be a great way to spend the day. It outshined my expectations! The farm looks like the set of the great British Bake Off. There are stunning flowers and colorful birds everywhere. Everything is green. Fiona helped recommend a driver, stored our luggage, and served us coffee as we arrived a bit early. Favorite part of the meal was ratatouille. Staff rushed to make sure we got our meal in time before having to go back to the airport. We spotted the colobus monkeys and a mongoose on the tour. Lovely way to spend a day outside of the hustle and bustle of Nairobi.
Written March 14, 2021
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Janis C
2 contributions
Jul 2021
Our visit to Fiona and her team at Kiambethu Farm was a wonderful once in a lifetime experience. Fiona's knowledge of the history of tea in this part of Kenya and the role her family has played is extraordinary. This is not just a tea tasting, it's a great walk in the indigenous forest with Julius who explained the medical and other properties available in so many local trees, walking through their sustainable veggie garden and dairy was very special. Followed by a delicious four course lunch on the lawn.
This day out transported you back a few decades to how life in Kenya was at the start of the tea trade and heyday.
Thank you to Fiona and all of her staff for a great day
This day out transported you back a few decades to how life in Kenya was at the start of the tea trade and heyday.
Thank you to Fiona and all of her staff for a great day
Written July 24, 2021
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Darryl C
Nairobi, Kenya19 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
An absolutely fantastic place to visit. Fiona talked us through the history of the farm as well as the tea process. Julius took us through the indigenous forest and explained the medicinal properties of the various trees and plants. This was followed by a delicious lunch.
Written January 7, 2024
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BigAdventurerUK
Derby, UK142 contributions
Feb 2023
I had a wonderful experience at Kiambethu Farm. I arrived just on time due to a protest blocking roads in Nairobi. I was shown to my seat near to the main house where we had a little introduction. We then walked a short way to the tea farm with an explanation around the history and current production. We were shown the different grades of tea whilst drinking tea with homemade biscuits. Later we had a nature walk around the forest parts of the family's property (unfortunately I didn't get to see any monkeys), returning to a fantastic three course meal (homemade ice cream and lemon mousse to die for) suitable for anyone. I felt very at home there. So peaceful and picturesque. Expensive to get to if you don't have your own car but it was well worth it. The drive through all the other tea farms was just magical.
Written March 18, 2023
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Dijah
Charlotte, NC45 contributions
Mar 2020
I absolutely loved this place! The tea was amazing and the views were gorgeous!!! I took a day trip with two other people to the tea farm from Nairobi and we had the best time even with the rain. The lunch was yummy and you are able to get as much tea as you want to drink. The owner was extremely nice and her niece was very helpful.
Written July 20, 2020
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V K
Austin, TX6 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
Our day trip to this farm was deligtful! We enjoyed the beautiful drive up here from Nairobi, the scenic landscape with the tea plantation and the lovely flower garden. We saw so many birds and our 7 year old got to feed the monkeys which was so fun.
The tea and the lunch they serve is delicious, simple but so good!
If you have the time, then I recommend a trip to this farm.
The tea and the lunch they serve is delicious, simple but so good!
If you have the time, then I recommend a trip to this farm.
Written July 1, 2021
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Saratu
Panjim, India37 contributions
Mar 2022 • Solo
The tea farm such a spectacular view! It's breathtaking. The host tea and full buffets amazing! Worth the visit if you find yourself in Nairobi.
Plus you can get tea from the factory at the farm or stopped by the fresh tea factory and pick some pure Kenyan Tea. Thank me later.
Plus you can get tea from the factory at the farm or stopped by the fresh tea factory and pick some pure Kenyan Tea. Thank me later.
Written March 31, 2022
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Do you offer caffeine free or decaffeinated tea?
Written May 16, 2018
How did you get there from Nairobi? We do not have a car. Thanks!
Written April 5, 2017
You need to either hire a driver or take a taxi. It's about an hour drive from Nairobi. Definitely worth it!
Written April 28, 2017
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