Kibera Slum Tour: Full Day Deep Dive into Kenyan Slum Life and Culture
4.9
15 Ratings
Ngong
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and daily life of Kibera, one of Africa's largest urban slums. Explore local markets, factories, and community initiatives on this eye-opening full-day tour.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kibera - Highlights
  1. Pick-up at Hotel of residence
  2. Briefing at Greenhouse mall/starting point
  3. See extensive side of Toi market. Learn the daily life of traders. Identify the different sections of the market.
  4. Be part of our community development project Hope and Shine Kibera Center. Volunteer at the center. Learn the life of the children and their teacher. Be part of co-curriculum activity
  5. See two aerial views of the city of Hope
  6. Shop at one of the bead shops
  7. Meet one women group
  8. Experience life inside a matatu
  9. Meet one youth group
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the reality of Kenyan life and traditions with a visit to the Kibera slums, one of Africa’s largest urban poor areas seldom seen by outsiders. Explore the backstreets of the slum accompanied by your own personal guide to make the most of your full day in Kibera — ensuring that your visit is considerate of the local practices — as you learn about the difficulties residents deal with everyday and the extraordinary methods they implement to enhance their living situations.

Witness an outdoor marketplace, a bead-making factory, a recycling center for bones, a store, a refuge for orphans that doubles as a daycare center, two elevated vantage points overlooking the slum, two typical shanty homes, and a common public area.

Location
Greenhouse Mall
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Davidau7823mx
May 3, 2024
Worthwhile and informative - Very eye-opening and informative trip - Elijah was a wealth of local knowledge and the whole team were so friendly. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants to see the other side of Nairobi.
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Minhngo57
Sep 29, 2023
Unique Kenya Experience - Educational experience that help you understand the other side of Kenya. Elijah has been on time, patient, and extremely kind to show me the lifehood and history of his community. Was a privilige to see some of the projects such as the bone making shop, power woman to raise hiv awereness, and the lovely school. Also Elijah mom's chai is really good. Would advise you to bring extra cash for donations or items support. Not suitable to people who are sensitive to smell or extreme dirty conditions. Watch out for phone snatching as well. Thanks Elijah and your mom, good to see your brother too.
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Toyosio2017
Aug 14, 2023
Educational and eye opening - A must see in Kenya. As managing as the Safari and villages are, it is also important to explore the slums. It’s a very humble and eye opening experience. Would definitely recommend to anyone to do
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Stephenotondoo
Jun 10, 2023
Wonderful eye catching experience - I came across this tour on my way from Uganda in May. The guide arranged for a meeting at Greenhouse mall where the tour starts. The experience was eye opening. The people in kibera are very warm and friendly. You get to see an open air market children in a school and also share a moment with the guides family. Totally worth it.
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Edmonsochiengo
Feb 24, 2023
Great experience - It was really perfect and felt very safe, even if I was alone. If you want a really genuine experience book the tour. There wasn't any point where I felt wrong and I glad I did even if originally thought it would be a bit unfriendly to the people who live in kibera to do a "slum tour". In the end everybody was nice to me and I don't want to miss the things I have experienced there.
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Nancykondieki
Feb 10, 2023
Explore unseen side of Nairobi - It was great seeing the old colonial railway line, visiting a school and donating for the women's group. Visiting the slum was a great experience for our kids. Everyone can take part in making a difference. Good job Effie and Elijah
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Alexmv2311wu
Oct 22, 2022
Amazing tour - The trip was amazing. It exceeded our expectations. At first we were afraid of the idea but Lucas and effie made us feel comfortable and safe. They support a school called Hope and shine that is run through donations. Your kind support is very helpful. Cheers hope to visit again soon
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780suleimanm
Jul 10, 2022
Unique tour experience - I really loved how interesting the tour is. The people of kibera are very welcoming and friendly. It changed my perception of the slum. Elijah was an excellent guide. This tour is a five star and anyone should take part. Cheers guys.
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X4824ishenryo
Feb 16, 2022
Wonderful tour - Hey Lucas, thanks alot for the wonderful tour we had yesterday. Continue doing your great works in the slum. It was really great to see the kids and visit your home
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Barthelemy_l
Jul 24, 2022
Great experience! But… - The slum Kibera walk tour was a memorable experience. We spent time in a class with children singing learning and sharing a meal all together. We met and talked to local people However I gave a 3 stars because the guide didn’t know so much about the history of Kenya/Nairobi, and because I learnt that a full day is about 4 hours instead of 6 hours mentioned on the platform. And also we didn’t have the lunch as promised in the description
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