Nairobi: Karen Blixen Museum Guided Tour with Pickup
ID: GYG1129284-1733216
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Explore the Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi on a guided tour. Discover the colonial-era farmhouse where the author lived, see her original belongings, and enjoy views of the Ngong Hills.
Depart from your Nairobi hotel for a scenic drive to the leafy suburb of Karen, located about 10 km southwest of the city center. Upon arrival, embark on a guided tour of the Karen Blixen Museum, a colonial-era farmhouse where the celebrated author once lived and wrote her world-famous memoir Out of Africa.
Inside, discover Blixen’s original furniture, photographs, and personal items preserved in their authentic state. Your guide will share fascinating stories about her life, her coffee farm, and her love for Africa that inspired one of the greatest literary works of the 20th century.
After the indoor tour, stroll through the lush gardens filled with blooming roses and enjoy panoramic views of the Ngong Hills, a setting that played a key role in Blixen’s writing. Before heading back to Nairobi, take time for photos and a quiet moment in this peaceful, historic retreat.
Highlights
- Step back in time with a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi
- Explore the colonial-era farmhouse where Blixen lived and wrote
- Discover Blixen’s original furniture, photographs, and personal items
- Learn about her life, coffee farm, and love for Africa from your guide
- Stroll through lush gardens and enjoy views of the Ngong Hills
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking through the museum and gardens
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Nairobi
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to the Karen Blixen Museum
- Private transportations
- Entry tickets
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.
