Kenya · WALKING TOURS IN NAIROBI
This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying into Nairobi: 15 walking tours in Nairobi, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you commit.
Nairobi CBD highlights in 3 hours, mixing landmarks, Swahili practice, fruit salad tasting, and KICC rooftop views for $23.
“Jackie has been an amazing guide. the tour was well organized and very interesting to have a first look into the city! highly recommended!”
Walk Nairobi’s CBD with a private art historian guide, from Jevanjee Gardens and Jamia Mosque to City Market and the KICC rooftop view.
“We had an excellent experience on our walking tour with Michael. He was incredibly knowledgeable and professional throughout the entire tour. Despite our limited timeline, Michael was very accommodating and adjusted the itinerary to ensure we could still see all the key sights. One of the highlights was visiting the rooftop of the KCC, where we enjoyed a stunning view of the city. As tourists unfamiliar with Nairobi, we felt very safe walking through the city with Michael. He guided us confidently and shared fascinating insights into the history of Nairobi. Thank you, Michael, for a memorable experience!”
See Nairobi CBD up close on a 2.5-hour guided walk with markets and landmarks, plus hotel pickup and a library visit from $27.
“Very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Would definitely recommend this guide!”
5-hour Nairobi walking tour with Uhuru Park, parliament sights, Jomo Kenyatta Mausoleum, August 7 Memorial, and a traditional lunch.
“Clinton took myself and a few others in the group all over Nairobi. Pros: - He shared several facts about the city, making the capital seem a lot more interesting than it was - Matatu/bus ride was cool Cons: - Terrible lunch place, it's not even Kenyan, it's Somali - Clinton couldn't even recommend a dish from the menu, I had to drag the waiter myself to do it...”
A 3-hour Nairobi downtown walk with City Market food tasting, national archives, and KICC skyline views, plus portable Wi-Fi.
“David was an amazing guide, he provided us with so much information an excellent introduction to Nairobi and a pleasure to be with him for the morning. Thank you”
Nairobi day tour to Hell's Gate cycling safari, Lake Naivasha boat spotting hippos, then Crescent Island walking wildlife.
“I had the most amazing experience visiting Hell’s Gate and Crescent Island! The landscapes were absolutely breathtaking, and being able to walk among the wildlife was truly unforgettable. The combination of adventure, nature, anRead more”
Guided Karura Forest walking tour from Nairobi, with Karura Falls, Mau Mau caves, wildlife spotting, picnic, and a treetop canopy walk.
“Great tour with Ishmael Nzioka, the best tour guide in Nairobi🤗😍 we managed to get to Karura Forest with a smile even though the traffic was a bit hectic, he kept a positive attitude, he was also helpful in the Massai Market and helped also with the connexion in order to book the Uber back to Hotel I Recommand 1000% Asante sana”
A 150-minute Nairobi CBD walk with a local guide, big landmarks, and real markets like Gikomba, plus Matatu culture stops.
“El guía Ezequiel ha sido muy majo y su español es perfecto ,dando todas las explicaciones.”
Nairobi historical city walk with a private guide. See Jeevanjee Gardens, City Market, Jamia Mosque, Nairobi Gallery and KICC views for $29.
“Alex and Michael were amazing tour guides. They were kind, friendly and so knowledgable of the Nairobi history. It was a lovely tour; I highly recommend using them as tour guides. They really made a great day for us!”
Walk Nairobi’s CBD with Allan, learning history and culture, stopping at landmark mosques and government sites, then tasting Java House coffee.
“We enjoyed walking during this afternoon in the streets of Nairobi with Allan, he is very knowledgeable about the city and the country, many things to learn and discover with him. It was sort of spending an afternoon with a local friend.”
Nairobi highlights on foot: KICC rooftop views, national heroes statues, monuments tied to independence, and Maasai Market shopping for $40.
“Very nice walking tour, Calvince is very knowledgeable guide and shares a lot of interesting information about Kenyan history. Going to the market is not such a pleasant experience if you are not a fan of intrusive salesmen and bargaining. Better places for your souvenirs and gifts are Langata Link and Spinners Web, also nice for a good coffee and lunch.”
Walk Kibera, Nairobi’s Chocolate City, with resident guides, Agape Children Centre, and beadwork stops. 2 hours, $15.
“Was really interesting to see where the people live and hot it is. The guide showed us many places and explained a lot about their situation. Thanks”
Karura Forest walking tour with Allan: monkeys, caves, waterfalls, Lilly Lake birds, and Swahili words in about 3 hours.
“Had a great tour with Allan, great conversationalist, very knowledgeable and a great story teller would recommend to anyone”
A guided Nairobi city walk linking major landmarks, markets, and parks. Learn local stories, with free entry at most stops for $20.
“Very interesting trip with valuable information. The guide was open to questions and willing to explain various issues.”
Walk central Nairobi with a friendly guide, visit the market and war monuments, then catch a rooftop view from KICC. Learn Swahili words.
“thanks Michael for the fascinating tour ,I gained a whole appreciation for nairobi !he was incredibly knowledgeable dropping cool historical facts about each an every corner we turned.i highly recommend this tour to anyone vising nairobi ..”
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