




Immerse yourself in Nairobi’s rich creative heritage on a guided tour of the Karen Blixen Museum and the Kobe Tough Beads Center. You will step back in time at the beautifully preserved 1912 farmhouse made famous by the book and movie Out of Africa, exploring colonial history and lush grounds. Afterward, witness local women handcraft and paint stunning ceramic jewelry at the Kobe Beads workshop, a social enterprise empowering the community. Complete with private round-trip hotel transfers and a dedicated guide, this half-day excursion seamlessly blends classic literary history with vibrant, modern African craftsmanship
The city tour begins with pick up from the hotel drive up towards the foot of ngong hills. At the museum you get to learn of both the Danish ways as well as the African ways portrayed by Karen Blixen.Go through the coffee farms as old machinery and tools used to farm the coffee farm are on the museum. The museum also has artefacts used during the movie “out of Africa”. Have picnic lunch at the museum grounds.
The next stop visit Kobe Bead Factory. This is a pottery company that makes one of the world most beautiful beads. You will be shown all the stages from the start to the finish. It’s also a unique factory as it employs women from the poor neighborhood who earn a living to support their families. This pottery, ceramic and bead factory employs all women. its beautiful gifts and souvenirs which are now exported all around the world. There is a gift shop which stocks some of their wares. Please note that the workshop is closed Saturday afternoon and all day Sunday, however the gift shop is open 7 days. Then return to the hotel
Our driver guide will come to pick ou up at your hotel lobby within Nairobi.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nairobi Artisan Crafts and Literary History Guided Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $145 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.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Our driver guide will come to pick ou up at your hotel lobby within Nairobi. Pickup points include Rosa Mystica Christian Guest House, 37 On Kikambala.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nairobi Artisan Crafts and Literary History Guided Tour | 4 hours | — | $145 | |
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