Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $7 / person
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Languages
- DE, DE, EN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- KOLOLA TOURS AND TRAVELS LTD
- Meeting point
- Let us meet at the GATE OF SHOFCO HOUSE OLYMPIC
Description
Hello everyone, We are native local guides. We were born, raised and still living in Kibera Slum. We organize this tour tour to enable visitors to learn more about the local community's way of life and part of the income that we generate from the booking fees goes back to the community. Thank you so much
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 19 times a day, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 30–79)
- $7
- Senior (ages 80+)
- $7
- Youth (ages 15–29)
- $6
- Child (ages 3–14)
- $5
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- $5
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:21 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will meet you at the gate of shofco house Olympic. Then give a short introduction and briefing. Thereafter, we will walk you to the first stop of the tour
Kibera
From the meeting point, we will then welcome you to the office here in the slum for more introductions and briefings about the entire tour
Kibera
From the office, we will continue walking to the second stop which is a panoramic viewpoint for a good view of the Kibera Community. At this point, we will narrate to you the history of Kibera Slum, how it started, land ownership and many more
Kibera
The next stop will be one of the local residential houses. We will welcome you to one of the local residential houses to let you learn more about the community’s way of life like how water is gotten, toilet system, how electricity and water are accessed, the typical house size and many more
Kibera
After visiting one of the local houses, we will then go to a Children's centre which is run by a non-profit organization and serves less fortunate kids
Victorious Crafts Group
We will then visit a handicrafts Centre where local recycled materials are used to make handmade items like jewellery and many more
This will be the end of the tour
What's included
Included
Admission fee
Entrance fee
Not included
Gratuities
How it compares in Nairobi
- Starting price $7 is 91% below the typical $75 for tours of similar length in Nairobi
Excurgo comparison of 4,225 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides take?
Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides cost?
Prices start at $7 per person for this Nairobi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 19 departures a day between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
How much does Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides cost for children?
Children aged 3–14 pay from $5, adults from $7.
Can I cancel Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Let us meet at the GATE OF SHOFCO HOUSE OLYMPIC. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides offered in?
The experience is available in DE, DE, EN, EN, EN, IT, IT, FR, FR, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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