Kenya · SHOPPING TOURS
Good shopping tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Shop a Nairobi farmers market, ride a lively matatu, and cook a traditional Kenyan meal with local guide Nimoh for $50.
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Shop Nairobi with a private guide, from Kazuri beads and Maasai crafts to city history, local bargaining, and hotel-to-hotel transfers.
“The Store was super clean. I got everything what I was looking for. My Driver was awesome and spoke English very well.”
Walk Kibera with a local youth guide, learn about community projects, visit Olympic Primary School, and see Nairobi from a different angle.
“This was an interesting and incredible experience. The tour Frederick was knowledgeable and helpful. Very eye opening and humbling experience.”
Shop Nairobi’s best cultural crafts with a private guide, visiting Utamaduni, Kazuri Beads, and the Maasai market at Galleria Mall.
“I wasn’t sure where we would start to shop for souvenirs and am so grateful for this guided tour. Loved the Kazuri Bead and Pottery factory - it was such a blessing to meet those making these beautiful items. Also loved where we stopped foRead more”
Explore Fort Jesus, Mombasa Old Town, the Spice Market, and the famous Tusks on a private walking tour with local guide Silvance.
“Silvance is a real nice and funny guide. We learned a lot about the Fort and the other places. The Tour takes about 3 h and whilst passing the old town we could have spent more time there. Overall a amazing experiance in mombasa and also the trip to there by car.”
Review of Nairobi National Park and Maasai Market tour, with early game viewing, expert guides, open Land Cruiser, pickup, and practical value advice.
“I found out my tour had been cancelled after waiting over an hour. Only when I chased the tour company here in Nairobi. But later the driver called me an and took me to a complimentary tour of Nairobi city. The original tour now Rescheduled from Wednesday to Monday”
Shop a Nairobi market, cook Kenyan classics with Tabitha, and share lunch in her home during this warm four-hour cultural food experience.
“Fantastische ervaring!! we werden door Tabby opgepikt op afgesproken plaats en zijn vanaf daar naar de markt gereden. De rit gaat dwars door Nairobi en voor ons was dit al een geweldige ervaring om mee te maken. Op de kleurrijke en drukke markt werd alles vers ingekocht. Voor ons een belevenis maar wij leken ook een bezienswaardigheid voor de locals🤣 In haar huis heeft Tabby zo ongelooflijk lekker gekookt voor, terwijl we gezellig kletsen met haar en haar man. Wat een hartelijk stel! Kortom, als je in Nairobi bent, kan ik deze activiteit absoluut aanraden, je zult het echte leven zien, horen en proeven🤩👍”
Shop Nairobi’s best crafts and gemstones with a private local guide, visiting five trusted stops from Kobe Beads to Maasai market stalls.
“Kelvin took us to places we needed to see and buy our souvenirs. Also, some of the places were full of art works to admire the beautiful art created my Kenyans.”
Shop Nairobi with a local guide, visiting craft centers, Kazuri Beads, City Market, and Maasai Market when open.
“Stephen was amazing!! We went to beautiful galleries with great fixed prices. Best lunch/meal in 10 days, he knew where to go. Ask for Stephen !!❤️❤️”
Review of Nairobi’s five-hour city tour, with the National Museum, KICC views, memorial park, railway history, Kibera, and Maasai shopping.
“We have one day to see Nairobi. Ruben was our guide. He was on time, very friendly. Took us around Nairobi. First stop National Museum of Nairobi. The place is necessary to see. we spend thee over an hour, but we could stay longer, ad least half day. The museum is very interesting. Then Tower building were on the 29 + floor we could see city of Nairobi. Next stop Memorial Garden, Beats factory , it was extra, plus Masai market. fantastic day , excellent guide. I commended that tour.”
Ride a Nairobi matatu to a local market, shop for fresh produce, then cook and eat a five-course Kenyan-Indian meal at Josephine’s home.
“That tour was phenomenal! Josephine is a patient, smart, funny and nice professor that will give a lot of insights about Kenyan culture! :) first she brings you into a Matatu to go to the market to buy stuff for the meal, and then you follow her at her home by a Matatu party buRead more”
Explore Diani’s Ibiza Market, taste Swahili dishes, try a Swahili dress, and sample palm wine on a 90-minute guided food walk.
“We really enjoyed the tour with Tina. She is great at explaining and we had the opportunity to see the beautiful market and taste some of the tipical dishes and beverage. it was really a great time spent together! :) We do recommend the visit!”
Shop a Nairobi market, cook ugali, chapati, and pilau with Evaline Mbugua in a private four-hour Kenyan food experience.
“Eve is a very pleasant lady and she taught me lots about Kenyan culture”
Review of Nairobi’s skyline and Maasai Market tour, with KICC views, Uhuru Park, lunch, shopping tips, costs, and booking cautions.
“I do not know what happened. I showed up at 1400 in front of KICC, as agreed and guard told me it is closed. Tried to call tour guide and text them but noone ever answered the phone provided. Therefore I never did any tour.”
Shop Nairobi’s Maasai Market with a local guide, meet artisans, bargain fairly, and find handmade gifts for $10 in two hours.
“Het komen op plekken die je zelf niet gaat vinden. De markt verplaatst iedere dag behalve in het weekend. Één en al gezellige verkopers. Wel aanklampen maar met een lach en beleefd. Tourguide geeft feedback m.b.t. prijsstelling. Heel veel keuze en goed georganiseerd. Ook in een 'wholesale" winkel geweest. Echt spotgoedkoop!Kleine lokale winkeliers kopen daar ook hun spullen.”
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