Nairobi: Kibera Slum Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG1098107-1701816
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Kibera, one of Africa’s largest informal settlements, on a guided tour. Learn about the community’s history, resilience, and creativity as you walk through its vibrant streets.
Meet your guide at the edge of Kibera, where you’ll learn about the history and growth of the settlement. Hear how Kibera developed over the decades, how people migrated from different regions of Kenya to settle here, and the unique ways in which residents have adapted to limited resources.
Walk through the winding pathways and observe bustling activity: roadside vendors selling vegetables, children playing soccer with makeshift balls, and small workshops buzzing with energy.
Gain a deeper understanding of Nairobi beyond the usual tourist attractions. With knowledgeable local guides, many of whom grew up here, be introduced to the day-to-day realities of Kibera in a safe, respectful, and authentic way.
Rather than a spectacle, the experience is about connection—seeing firsthand how creativity, community, and hope shine even in challenging circumstances.
Highlights
- Discover the vibrant spirit and resilience of Kibera with a local guide
- Learn about the history and growth of one of Africa’s largest settlements
- Walk through narrow alleys and see the day-to-day life of the community
- Observe bustling activity, roadside vendors, and small workshops
- Gain a deeper understanding of Nairobi beyond the usual tourist attractions
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is conducted on foot through narrow alleys and pathways.
The experience is about connection and understanding, not a spectacle.
Positioned along a major road (Ngong Road), making it relatively easy to access by private car or public transport. The Greenhouse Mall (also called The Green House Mall) is a modern shopping & office complex located along Ngong Road, in Kilimani / Kilimani-Kilimani suburb, Nairobi.
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Kibera
- Local guide with personal experience of Kibera
NOT INCLUDED
- Visiting a local joint
- trying a local food
- buying candies for the kids in the community
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.
