Kenya · WALKING TOURS
Nairobi and Mombasa Old Town both reward being on foot with someone who knows them. The 15 below are priced by length, with a note on the ones that finish in a market and the ones that run after dark.
Join guides such as Jackie, Simon, Jeff, Sharon, or Dennis for a three-hour walk through Nairobi’s CBD. You’ll visit markets, monuments, mosques, libraries, and KICC, taste fruit salad, learn Swahili, and get practical advice on shopping and city safety.
“I really enjoyed the tour, and our guide Lea was excellent. Very knowledgeable, attentive, kind and patient.”
Walk through Mombasa with local guides Humphrey Ndungu or Mohammed, visiting the elephant tusks, spice market, fish market, Old Port, Hindu temple, Akamba Handicraft, and Fort Jesus. The tour lasts about 2 to 4 hours, follows your group’s pace, and requires a separate Fort Jesus admission fee.
“He is very knowledgeable about city walking and Fort Jesus and takes some very beautiful pictures. He was also very friendly and I was very pleased with his service. In Fort Jesus he explained the history of the city with some of the highlighRead more”
Walk central Nairobi with a private art historian guide such as Michael, Ezekiel, or Tim. Learn the city’s story, visit Jeevanjee Gardens, Jamia Mosque, and City Market, then finish with 360-degree views from the Kenyatta International Conference Centre tower. Some entrance fees cost extra.
“had a great tour with Michael our tour guide he was very knowledgeable and very nice learned a great deal of the history of Kenya and the city and had a lot of time to answer our questions would definitely recommend”
Explore central Nairobi on foot with guides such as Edwin, John, Dennis, Sam, or Pierre. Over three hours, you’ll see monuments, Jamia Mosque, City Market, Uhuru Park, KICC, the University of Nairobi, and memorial sites, with an optional Kenyan coffee stop and hotel pickup within 10 kilometers of the CBD.
“We had a really nice time with our guide Edwin. He had good knowledge and was funnto be around. We booked on 11. January but could not attend because of sickness. The Team was very nice and we took the tour 11 days later without any extra cost. Pick up from hotel was also invluded. Overall a great experience that i highly reccomend.”
See Nairobi beyond the usual safari stop on a 150-minute CBD walk with guides such as David, William, Daniel, or Ibrahim. Expect market visits, colonial-era buildings, matatu and religious culture, a McMillan Library stop, and city views from KICC. Hotel pickup is included.
“The tour with Williams and David was amazing! We got so many impressions all around the city. Highly recommended!”
Spend five hours with a local English-speaking guide exploring Uhuru Park, parliament, Kenyatta Conference Centre, the National Archives, and August 7th Memorial Park. Use public transport, see Nairobi through local eyes, and finish with lunch and a drink at a nearby restaurant.
“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...”
At Nguuni Nature Sanctuary, Travel4Purpose pairs a short guided nature walk with close encounters with giraffes, ostriches, antelopes, and other animals. Your English-speaking guide explains safety and conservation. The core walk takes about 30 minutes, with time afterward to sit and take in the setting.
“Es hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen, für den Preis. Wir sind erst ein Stück gelaufen jedoch kamen dann zu den Tieren, wo wir ganz viel zur Beobachtung hatten. Uns wurden alle Fragen beantwortet. Wir hatten das Glück nur zu zweit dort zu sein.”
Spend three hours walking central Nairobi with an English- or Swahili-speaking guide such as David, Lenny, or Michael. Visit Jevanjee Gardens, City Market, the National Archives, historic Kenyatta Avenue, and KICC’s rooftop. Expect street food, city stories, and a $5 rooftop fee.
“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”
Start at Fort Jesus with an English-speaking guide such as Kariuki Kennedy, Rafael, or Jesse, then explore Mombasa’s old streets, markets, monuments, and food culture. The route can be adjusted to your interests, though museum admission and hotel transport cost extra.
“A fantastic insight into the city - would hugely recommend.”
Leave Nairobi at 7 a.m. for Hell’s Gate, where you cycle for about two hours beside zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and antelopes. Then take a Lake Naivasha boat ride to Crescent Island for a guided wildlife walk. Drivers such as Patrick, Nuru, and Joash provide hotel pickup and return.
“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”
Join licensed guides Bishamba Hamisi Juma or Antony for a four-hour walk through Fort Jesus, Mombasa Old Town, and Mackinnon Market. Expect Swahili architecture, spice stalls, artisan shops, local food opportunities, and lively stories about Portuguese, Arab, and British rule. Fort admission costs extra.
“I had the most amazing experience with Antony (Bishamba was unwell), we did a 4h tour of the historical center, including Fort Jesus, the spices market and indoue temple. Anthony knows everything about the city, he answered to all my historic andgeopolitic questions. I felt safe walking with him through the city.”
Walk Lamu Old Town with an English-speaking guide, possibly Kassim, for about two hours. See coral-stone houses, carved doors, Lamu Fort, the market, museums, workshops, the seafront, and Donkey Sanctuary while getting practical tips on food, stays, sailing, and Takwa Ruins.
“Kassim goes above and beyond showing us around beautiful Lamu old town and helping with tips, best places to buy souvenirs, helping with shortcuts to locations. He is such a friendly and approachable person, we had great talks, I feel I Read more”
Join English-speaking guide Ishmael Nzioka for a two-hour walk through Karura Forest. Look for monkeys, dik-diks, bushbucks, and birds, visit Mau Mau-era caves and Karura Falls, then take a canopy walk or pause for a picnic.
“This tour was perfect and exceeded my expectations. Ishmael is an excellent guide, and everything was well organized. He is also very flexible with special requests. The forest is a beautiful, peaceful area that I recommend to anyone looking to escape the city for a few hours. Ishmael shared fascinating insights about the history of the forest, and we enjoyed some great conversations. By the end of the tour, it felt like I had spent the morning with a friend rather than just a guide. Thank you for this wonderful experience!”
Spend 150 minutes walking through Nairobi’s city center with a local guide such as Williams, Daniel, Ibrahim, or Ezequiel. See Parliament, KICC, McMillan Library, City Market, Jamia Mosque, and more while learning about Kenya’s past, cultures, and daily life.
“gayet güzeldi kısa sürede nairobi ve kültürünü tsnıdik”
Spend two hours with a private guide such as Alex or Michael exploring central Nairobi. See people-owned Jeevanjee Gardens, City Market, Jamia Mosque, Nairobi Gallery, and KICC, with city views from the tower available for an extra fee.
“The guides sharing their vast knowledge of Nairobi. I feel like we really got a great overview of the city and her people.”
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