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Our package of activities is an authentic experience of day-to-day life of Kenyans. We start by immersing you into the raw form of fresh farm produce trading by visiting the local market where you interact with the sellers and other customers. In the market we buy some ingredients for the meal that we prepare later.
Kenya's transport system is probably one of the most interesting in Africa. This system is made popular by the 'party buses' called Matatus. Matatus are an integral part of Kenyan culture and the dominant mode of public transport in cities like Nairobi. On this tour we get to board a matatu our destination being the house where we cook from. The matatus are known for colorful and elaborate decorations, blaring music, playstation consoles, a DJ on-board, energetic conductors and their aggressive driving.
At the house, we cook with you the popular foods in Kenyan homes. We later eat together with the present members of the family. We pack some food for you to eat later.
Example Menu
Starter
African Mixed Tea
Main
Mukimo
Potatoes
Main
Chapati
This is looks like naan bread. Made from wheat floor
Main
Ugali
Made from maize flour. Almost similar to American grits or polenta. Different texture from Posho(Uganda), Pap(South-Africa), Fufu(Western Africa)
Main
Stew/Soup
The meat in the soup/stew can be either goat, beef or lamb.
Main
Vegetables/Fruit Salad
We consider your allergies and preferences.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will be picked between 7:30 - 8:15am depending on your distance. Kindly do not loose internet before we tell you that we've arrived. Kindly note that we might REQUEST and PAY a cab for you to bring you to the meeting point. All this time we will be in communication with the driver. This is sometimes the most convenient way.
If you are outside our free pickup radius, kindly inform us via Whatsapp/email when leaving your hotel so that we can estimate the time of receiving you. You will be dropped at the main entrance of the mall where our guide will be wearing a happy tribe cap.
What to expect
From the market, we walk with our traditional shopping basket "Kiondo" to the bus stop where we board a 'matatu' which is the most popular mode of transport among Kenyans.
We pass through Junction mall to get to the house. Incase we are missing an ingredient, we go into the stores.
At the house, we start by washing our hands, removing all jewellery that would get in the way of cooking then we sit down for a cup of tea as we discuss the plan. Visitors are always greeted with a cup of tea in Kenya. After the meal plan is discussed and questions answered we dress you up by wrapping your head and waist the traditional way. The men in the group participate in cutting the meat just like in a Kenyan household but they can also be involved in the whole process of cooking.
After our meals are ready, we sit with the family to eat. Later we pack some food for you for later and drop you to your hotel.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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