Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm Tour
Description
Engage all your senses on a guided journey through a captivating Sensory Garden. Touch, smell, and taste the diverse array of plants, flowers, and herbs, while exploring interactive stations that heighten your awareness of the natural world. Conclude with a delightful tea tasting featuring garden-fresh herbal infusions for a truly immersive and rejuvenating experience.
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Why You’ll Love It
East Africa’s first sensory garden – engage sight, scent, touch, sound, taste 🌸
On-site tea plantation tour – learn tea cultivation, harvesting (“two leaves and a bud”), orthodox tea making, and tasting
Hands-on sessions: scented bag crafting, composting, potting seedlings, and exploring the nursery & flower beds
Guided hike to Naiposha Gardens & optional picnic; bring your own food & drinks
Kid-friendly program: donkey cart rides, animal care (lambs, rabbits, geese, chickens), fishing by Lake Tigoni + full sensory tour tailored to children
📋 Fees & Booking
Adults (residents): KSh 1,800 per person
Non-residents: ~USD 20–30 (≈KSh 2,800–4,000)
Children’s tour: KSh 600 per child
Group tour inclusions: Guided sessions, compost/seedling work, scenic gardens & more
Extras: Lunch not included; picnic options available; transport may be included for private bookings
🎯 Thrill Tips
Bring a picnic, sun protection, comfortable shoes, and water
Great for families, school field trips, couples, or nature lovers
Weekday tours are quieter; weekends fill up fast—book early!