Kenya · WALKING TOURS
The 15 best walking tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
A 3-hour Nairobi CBD walk with market time, Swahili phrases, fruit salad, and KICC rooftop views. Hotel pickup optional for $23.
“it was great to learn something about the city and its history. Jackie was very patient and knew the answers to all the questions we had. She didn't rush us, and I'm really grateful because I could finally take some pictures without any stress or rush.”
Walk Old Town Mombasa with a local guide, hit the spice market and markets, then get a Fort Jesus Museum walkthrough in half a day.
“My tour guide awesome, patient,knowledgeable and completely. I would definitely recommend him on any Mombasa tour.”
Walk Nairobi’s CBD with a private guide, from Jevanjee Gardens and City Market to Jamia Mosque and the KCC rooftop views.
“We had an enjoyable afternoon (2.5 hours) guided by Michael. He knows a lot of history about Nairobi and Kenya and showed us many interesting buildings and places in the city. I would recommend this tour.”
Nairobi’s downtown in 3 hours: Supreme Court, mosques, markets, Uhuru Park, KICC and more, with pickup and local guides.
“We liked most the sense of safety while walking and the knowledge of the guides.”
Walk Nairobi’s CBD with a local guide, from Maasai Market and City Market to Parliament and KICC. Pickup included, 150 minutes.
“William and David were brilliant. Very friendly, funny informative and kind. I really enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend to others. I felt very safe the whole time with them. The added bonus is they arrange your transport to get there so you don't have to wait for a tour guide to turn up. I booked on the day as they responded so fast, really brilliant service.”
5-hour Nairobi city walk with Uhuru Park, parliament sights, August 7 Memorial, national archives and a traditional lunch for $45.
“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...”
Guided walk at Nguuni Nature Sanctuary in Mombasa, with close giraffe encounters, conservation lessons, and responsible wildlife viewing.
“Tour war nach einer Stunde vorbei. Treffpunkt wurde falsch angezeigt, Uber hat uns dementsprechend falsch abgeliefert.”
3-hour Nairobi downtown walk from Jevanjee Gardens to KICC rooftop, with City Market street food, archives stops, and Swahili lessons.
“I enjoyed the tour very much. We started the tour at the Jevanjee Gardens walked through the city markets, library, central bank, historical buildings etc and ended at the top of the KICC building. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly too. He showed me the city of Nairobi and the country of Kenya from a historical perspective and answered all my questions really well. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting Kenya.”
3-hour Mombasa walking tour from Fort Jesus to Old Town and spice market with an English guide for $40.
“The guide was very nice and patient. We arrived very late. But the guide patiently waited for us and was understanding. Guide is well known and knows what he is talking about. This tour is definitely worth.”
Day trip from Nairobi to Hell's Gate by bicycle, boat to Lake Naivasha, then a Crescent Island walk for hippos and birds.
“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”
See Fort Jesus, Swahili Old Town, and the Spice Market with a licensed guide in a 4-hour walk. Admission fees extra, great value.
“Learnt a few interesting facts but the market but was kind of pointless and not really worth the money”
Walk Kenya’s Karura Forest with Ishmael Nzioka, spot wildlife and Mau Mau caves, see Karura Falls, then try a treetop canopy walk.
“Ishmael is quite knowledgeable and gave excellent commentary on the flora, the birds and animals. He mixed in history, culture and. archeological discoveries. He is also a very enthusiastic and engaging person. Highly recommended!”
Nairobi CBD walk with a local guide, Parliament and Uhuru Park, Gikomba and Matatu culture. 150 min, from $27.
“In addition to the pleasant walk around the city, the guide told important aspects of the history, culture and current affairs of Nairobi which was much appreciated.”
A 2-hour private Nairobi walk with a local guide, visiting Jeevanjee Gardens, City Market, Jamia Mosque, Nairobi Gallery, and KICC views.
“Michael was a superb guide for our 2 hour city tour. His knowledge of the city and Kenyan history is outstanding and we learned so much in such a short period of time. Doing the tour on Sunday was also a great decision because the auto anRead more”
Walk freely with giraffes and other wildlife at Nguuni Nature Sanctuary in Mombasa. Guided, close-up, small-group, about 2 hours.
“If you want to be up close with giraffes, this is the place to be. The experience will be with you forever. So unbelievably cool.”
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