Nairobi: Bakuli Pottery Workshop Tour with Pickup
ID: GYG1233940-1892542
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the art of pottery on a guided tour from Nairobi. Learn traditional techniques, create your own piece, and explore a local village to gain insight into local customs and daily life.
Begin with pickup from Nairobi and a short scenic drive to Bakuli pottery. Upon arrival, meet local pottery experts who demonstrate the age-old techniques used to craft functional and decorative clay pieces.
During the hands-on session, shape clay using traditional methods, learn about the firing process, and create your own small pottery item to take home. Observe artisans making larger and more intricate pieces.
Additionally, explore the surrounding village, interact with residents, and gain insight into local customs and daily life. This cultural immersion is both educational and creatively fulfilling.
Highlights
- Shape clay using traditional methods and create your own pottery item
- Learn about the firing process and observe artisans at work
- Explore the surrounding village and interact with local residents
- Gain insight into local customs and daily life in the village
- Enjoy a scenic drive from Nairobi with a convenient hotel pickup
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothes that may get dirty
Bring a camera for photos
The activity is suitable for all ages
INCLUDED
- Hotel Pickup & drop-off
- Scenic drive to Bakuli pottery
- Introduction to local pottery experts
- Hands-on pottery session
- Create your own small pottery item
- Observation of artisans
- Village exploration
- Interaction with residents
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
