Private Half-Day Tour: Insight into Kenya's Cultural and Natural Heritage at Bomas of Kenya
4.9
14 Ratings
Nairobi
Immerse yourself in Kenya's cultural and natural heritage on a private half-day tour at Bomas of Kenya. Explore the diverse cultures, learn about the historical way of life, and enjoy complimentary visits to see rare gemstones.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bomas of Kenya - After lunch(optional) we will proceed to experience the rich cultural heritage of Kenya. Enjoy the rich culture from the 53 ethnic communities in Kenya through traditional folklore dances, & a very informative session as we explore & visit the different homesteads to see for yourself the actual real life of our people. Bomas of Kenya mainly preserves, maintains and promotes the rich diverse cultural values of all ethnic communities. Daily performances include a selection of more than 30 traditional dances of the different ethnic groups in Kenya, and one of the most impressive performances is the Samburu and Maasai warriors.
  • KOBE TOUGH beads & leather - You will then be driven to the Beads Centre. 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 single mother parents from the poor neighborhood who earn a living to support their families. It’s a women empowerment center for the community. You then have the option of being driven to lunch at your pleasure & then proceed to the bomas of Kenya.
What's Included
  • Entry/admission at Bomas of Kenya
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Hotel and residence pick-up and drop-off
  • Professional local cultural guide
  • Complementary beads tour at Kobe Tough Women’s Factory, including jewelry and pottery making from clay
What's Not Included
  • optional Maasai craft souvenir shopping, gemstones-very rare tanzanite & tsavorite on request
  • Lunch available for purchase
  • Tips & gratuities
Additional Information

Explore Kenya’s cultural and natural legacy right from the heart of its capital. Understand the historical and cultural life of Kenya’s people. Enjoy exclusive back-and-forth transport directly from your accommodation, with unique knowledge shared by our local chauffeur as you smoothly travel between the scattered sites. We offer a courtesy visit to view gemstones such as the scarce Tanzanite, Emerald, Ruby and Tsavorite stones among others at no extra cost upon request.

Location
Bomas of Kenya
Langata Rd, Mageso Chember
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Beth_r
Jun 8, 2024
Awesome Cultural Experience! - This was an excellent way to kick off my Kenya trip! I learned so much about the various tribes of the country, and the performances were incredibly entertaining. I also quite enjoyed my visit to Kobe Tough and was happy to support the women there. I highly recommend you spend an afternoon and book this tour!
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S9212ojbethr
Jun 7, 2024
Soooooo entertaining! - What an amazing experience! It was not only entertaining, I learned a lot about many tribal cultures of Kenya. I highly recommend this tour!
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Samanthann8597mx
Sep 25, 2023
Great experience! - We had a wonderful time learning about the culture & traditional values of Kenya. The Boma show was exceptional & the beads factory showcases women empowerment. We got our souvenirs at the Golden Eagle Arts center. Our tour guide Kelvin was knowledgeable & very patient with us throughout the tour.
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Charlottechen1
Sep 17, 2023
Good trip - The tour guide is very friendly, welcoming and manage the trip well. He seems professional and has been doing this for 7 years. I do recommend booking with this operator
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Ernestine_b
Aug 26, 2023
Bomas Tour The Best - The Bomas Show. It was a fantastic show and the dancers were excellent. I liked the interaction the dancers had with the audience that included adults and children.
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William_e
Aug 8, 2023
Wonderful Way to Spend Half a Day in Nairobi - Could not recommend Kelvin more! This was an amazing educational day that could not have been better!
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Tigertraveler012
Aug 7, 2023
One of a kind - There aren’t enough good things to say about Kelvin and our experience with him touring Nairobi, visiting the Kazuri Beads factory, and visiting the Bomas of Kenya. Kelvin is kind, educational, and thorough. If you want to have a truly unique experience and learn something at the same time, select this tour and ask for Kelvin to be your guide. He’s exceptional and just real wealth of knowledge and these places are memorable and worth the visit.
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Shaun323
Aug 3, 2023
A Captivating Cultural Experience - Our recent half-day cultural tour of Bomas of Kenya was a great experience that left us enthralled with the rich traditions and vibrant heritage of this beautiful country. What made this tour even more remarkable was our fantastic guide, Kalvin, who truly made the journey come alive with his knowledge, passion, and warmth. From the moment Kalvin picked us up at our airport, it was evident that he was not just a guide but a genuine ambassador of Kenyan culture. He greeted us with a warm smile, and his friendly demeanor instantly put us at ease. Throughout the journey, Kalvin demonstrated an impressive depth of knowledge about the cultural significance of Bomas of Kenya and the various ethnic groups that call this country home. The Bomas of Kenya itself was a delightful spectacle, featuring awe-inspiring performances of traditional music, dance, and art. Beyond the performances, Kalvin also took us on a guided tour of the cultural villages, where we had the opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation for the diverse lifestyles and customs across Kenya's different communities. The private tour was well-organized, and Kalvin ensured that we had enough time to explore and take photographs at our own pace. He was also accommodating to any specific requests we had, making the experience tailor-made to our preferences. I highly recommend Kalvin and this tour to anyone visiting Nairobi!
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Cleofilms
Jul 7, 2023
Wonderful tour! - Amazing tour with Kelvin who was very nice and very knowledgeable and took the time to share us lots of information. Beautiful show at the Bomas of Kenya with great performers and great music. This was on our first day in Kenya and a perfect introduction to Kenyan culture! Highly recommend!!!
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Memorymaker2
Jun 27, 2023
Excellent tour with a great guide! You won’t be disappointed! - This was an AMAZING tour! I booked Kelvin one day prior to our tour and he did not disappoint. He was absolutely great. He arrived at our hotel ahead of our pick up time and explained our itinerary for the day and answered all of our questions. We were provided a bottle of water to enjoy on our ride! The vehicle was clean and in great condition and he navigated the Nairobi traffic with ease. The visit to the Bomas of Kenya was very informational and entertaining. Kelvin was knowledgeable of the different communities and cultures in Kenya and walked with us throughout the different community villages and provided detailed information about each one. The tour included a stop the Kobe Though bead factory; which was an awesome experience. The women were very welcoming! We decided to add a stop to the Masai Village shop which had unique pieces and great prices. I would highly recommend booking with Kelvin. If I’m ever in Nairboi again, I will definitely be booking more tours with him.
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