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KENYA: Farm Life, Sustainable Farming & Homestay Experience

KENYA: Farm Life, Sustainable Farming & Homestay Experience

Unique Experience

Car Tour (driver & guide)

Joined 2026

Lewis N.

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Nairobi

Afrikaans (Native), English (Native), Swahili (Kiswahili) (Native)

3 days

Private tour (only you and Lewis N.)

Up to 2 people

Experience authentic farm life at a farm on the eastern slopes of Mount Kenya. Live with your hosts, enjoy fresh farm-to-table meals, and explore sustainable farming. Harvest tea, coffee, honey, fruits, and vegetables, care for dairy cows, pigs, chickens, ducks, turkeys, and rabbits, discover medicinal herbs, and learn beekeeping and organic gardening. Perfect for families, students, photographers, food lovers, and eco-travelers.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

04:30 AM

Meeting Point

Nairobi Area/ Nanyuki/ JKIA International Airport

- Your guide will meet you at your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Private transport to the farm is included. Guests traveling independently can meet directly at the farm in Chogoria, Tharaka Nithi County. Exact directions and contact details will be shared after your booking is confirmed.

Farm Life at the Slopes of Mt Kenya

Meeting Point

Nairobi / Nanyuki / Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)

Your host will meet you at your hotel, residence, or JKIA in Nairobi. Private transport to the farm is included. Guests traveling independently can also meet directly at the farm in Chogoria, Tharaka Nithi County. Exact directions and contact details will be shared after your booking is confirmed.

2 Nights / 3 Days Itinerary

Day 1 – Welcome to Farm Life

Pickup from Nairobi and scenic drive to Chogoria on the slopes of Mount Kenya.

Warm welcome by your host family with fresh farm refreshments.

Check in and settle into your accommodation.

Guided tour of the farm and introduction to daily life.

Meet the dairy cows, pigs, rabbits, chickens, ducks, and turkeys.

Farm-to-table dinner prepared with fresh ingredients from the farm.

Ecosystem & Community

Day 2 – Farming Experience & Mount Kenya Forest

Traditional farm breakfast.

Feed and care for the farm animals while learning sustainable livestock practices.

Visit the tea, coffee, and macadamia plantations.

Explore the kitchen garden and medicinal herbs.

Harvest seasonal produce and enjoy a farm-fresh lunch.

Afternoon guided walk to Rhino Ark Kamukuu Gate and the Mount Kenya Forest Station, with beautiful views of the forest and surrounding landscapes.

Evening bonfire with storytelling, local traditions, and cultural exchange.

Overnight at the farm.

Day 3 – Beekeeping & Farewell

Farm breakfast.

Introduction to traditional and modern beekeeping (honey harvesting when in season).

Tea and coffee tasting session.

Prepare a simple traditional Kenyan meal using fresh farm ingredients.

Opportunity to purchase fresh honey, tea, coffee, and other farm products.

Farewell photos with your host family.

Depart for Nairobi with unforgettable memories of authentic farm life on the slopes of Mount Kenya.

Ending Point

Return to your original pickup point in Nairobi or another agreed drop-off location.

Ending Point

Return to the meeting point or transfer back to Nairobi

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Pickup and drop-off in Nairobi

Private transportation in a Nissan March

Fuel, toll, and parking fees( $500–700)

Accommodation in a traditional Tharaka family homestead

Fast Wi-Fi and reliable electricity

Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Drinking water throughout the tour

Tea and coffee tasting

Guided farm tour

Sustainable farming workshops

Tea harvesting (seasonal)

Coffee harvesting (seasonal)

Vegetable and fruit harvesting (seasonal)

Dairy farming and livestock experience

Beekeeping and honey harvesting (seasonal)

Traditional cooking class

Indigenous herbal medicine walk

Compost making and organic farming techniques

Tree planting and environmental conservation activities

Campfire storytelling and cultural exchange

Birdwatching and guided nature walks

Professional local guide throughout the experience

Basic First Aid (American Red Cross Certified)

What‘s not included

Meru National Park entrance fee

East African Citizen: KES 800 per adult

Kenya Resident: KES 1,100 per adult

African Citizen: US$40 per adult

Non-Resident: US$70 per adult

Optional Walking Safari: US$50 per person

Optional Night Game Drive: US$50 per person

Optional Animal Tracking Experience: US$20 per person

Accommodation upgrade (hotel/lodge): Approximately US$40–150 per night

4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser safari vehicle upgrade: Approximately US$180–250

Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks: Approximately US$1–10 per item

Personal snacks and refreshments: Approximately US$1–20 per day

Souvenirs and handcrafted items: Approximately US$1–100, depending on purchases

Visa fees (if applicable): Varies by nationality

Personal expenses

Gratuities for guides, hosts, and community members

Additional nights of accommodation: Approximately US$10–60 per night at the homestead

Tour Important Information

- Suitable for all ages.

- Wear comfortable outdoor clothing and walking shoes.

- Bring a hat and sunscreen.

- Activities may vary depending on the farming season.

- Guests are welcome to participate in farm activities, but participation is optional.

- Please inform your host of any dietary requirements or allergies before arrival.

- Respect the animals and farming equipment by following your guide's instructions.

- This is a working family farm, offering an authentic rural experience rather than a luxury resort.

Important message from the supplier

To provide you the best experience, I recommend booking at least 3 days in advance so I can coordinate with local elders, community members, and any special activities.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Lewis N.

Identity Verified

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About Tour Guide Lewis N.

Hello! I'm Lewis, a Kenyan documentary filmmaker, an experienced tour guide and the host of an authentic family homestay where travellers can experience real rural life beyond the usual tourist routes. I enjoy welcoming people from around the world and sharing the traditions, history, and daily life of the Meru people, one of East Kenya's oldest Bantu communities.

Our homesteads offer a genuine cultural exchange where you'll live with a local family, enjoy home-cooked meals, participate in farming and community activities, and learn through storytelling and shared experiences. We also organise visits to the beautiful Meru National Park, a rarely touristed route near cultural and natural sites.

Whether you're a traveller, photographer, filmmaker, researcher, or simply curious about authentic Kenyan culture, you'll be welcomed with warmth, respect, and the opportunity to create meaningful memories while becoming part of our community.