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Experience a Full-Day Shared Purple Tea Farm Visit in Makueni, Kenya
Experience something truly special at Kenya's first purple tea farm, just 70 minutes from Nairobi, where you can immerse yourself in the full tea-making journey-picking leaves, roasting them, and packaging your own batch to take home; along the way you'll trek through a scenic bamboo forest to a refreshing waterfall with time for a dip, making this an ideal day out for adventure seekers, families, and tea enthusiasts who want an authentic look at local tea culture and stunning natural beauty.
About this activity in Makueni
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Visit Kenya's first Purple Tea Farm in Makueni for an immersive tea experience that lets you pick, roast and package your own purple tea.
- Follow a scenic waterfall trek through a bamboo forest and cool off with a refreshing swim in the cascade.
- Enjoy a guided farm tour and tasting led by a licensed guide, giving you hands-on insight into local tea culture and production.
- Savor a locally prepared 3-course lunch and complimentary soft drinks while taking in the region’s lush countryside.
Important Information
- Tell us any dietary needs when you book so the 3-course lunch can be prepared to suit you; parking fees and soft drinks are included.
- The experience includes tea picking, processing demonstrations, tasting sessions, the waterfall trek and time for swimming; gratuities are not included.
- The farm is wheelchair accessible, infants can use a pram or stroller, and service animals are permitted; the activity suits all fitness levels.
- Public transportation options are available nearby; a licensed guide leads the tour and will brief you on safety for the trek and swim.
Meeting Point
Meet at the Purple Tea Farm main reception in Makueni - the farm is about 70 minutes from Nairobi. If arriving by public transport, follow local directions to the farm entrance and check in at reception; the guide will greet your group and provide a short orientation before the tour begins.
Includes
- Tell us any dietary needs you'd like us to consider so your 3-course lunch in Makueni is prepared to suit you
- Enjoy a guided tour led by a licensed or certified guide who will explain the purple tea farm and its local practices
- Explore a full tour of the purple tea farm that showcases tea picking and processing on-site
- Try hands-on tea picking and processing demonstrations that highlight how purple tea is harvested here
- Taste a selection of freshly brewed purple teas during an on-farm tea tasting session
- Savor a locally prepared 3-course lunch included with the experience
- Note that parking fees are included so you can arrive by car without surprise charges
- Refreshments include soft drinks so you have non-alcoholic options during the visit
- Access to the waterfall trek and swimming is part of the activity for a nature-focused finish to your tour
Excludes
- Gratuities are not included so you can tip your guide or staff at your discretion
Other
- This experience is wheelchair accessible to help ensure you can move around the main areas comfortably
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making the activity family-friendly
- Service animals are allowed to accompany you during the visit
- Public transportation options are available nearby to make reaching the site from Makueni convenient
- The itinerary is suitable for all physical fitness levels so you can enjoy the farm tour and waterfall trek at your own pace
Customer Reviews
9/10
Based on 1 Reviews
Summary:
It's best exprience to know about tea and it's benefit from different types of tea i will visit this place again the food was delicious and the walk
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You’ll visit Kenya’s first purple tea farm about 70 minutes from Nairobi and immerse yourself in the full tea-making process, from picking and roasting to packaging your own tea. The tour includes tea tasting, a scenic waterfall trek through a bamboo forest with a chance to swim, and a 3-course lunch with soft drinks. A licensed guide leads the experience and parking is provided.
The waterfall trek is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you can enjoy a scenic walk through the bamboo forest and a refreshing dip in the waterfall without extreme exertion. Your licensed guide will tailor the pace to the group, making it accessible whether you seek a relaxed nature walk or a light adventure.
Yes - the experience is wheelchair accessible and accommodates service animals. You’ll also find public transportation options nearby, and staff can help with logistics to ensure you can participate fully in the tea-making and waterfall activities.
Yes - the tour is ideal for families and kids. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, service animals are allowed, and activities like tea picking and the waterfall walk are engaging for people of all ages. The experience is designed to be family-friendly while showcasing local tea culture and outdoor nature.
The tour package includes a farm tour, tea picking and processing, tea tasting, a 3-course lunch, soft drinks, parking fees, and the waterfall trek with swimming. Guides are licensed or certified and you can request dietary needs to be considered. Gratuities are not included.
If your plans change, you can receive a full refund by canceling at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
