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Nairobi: Mathare Slum Walking Tour with Local Guide

By Fursa Mathare
Free cancellation available
Price is £17 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the vibrant spirit of Mathare on a guided walking tour
  • Visit local landmarks, including the Fursa Centre and community gardens
  • Meet local changemakers, including artists, educators, and entrepreneurs
  • Learn about grassroots efforts in education, sanitation, and empowerment

Activity location

    • Nairobi
    • Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • PVV6+F97, Nairobi, Kenya | Meet at the Utalii college sports ground and the Guide will be waiting at the meeting point wearing a red T shirt
    • Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

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Nairobi: Mathare Slum Walking Tour with Local Guide
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
£17.33 x 1 Adult£17.33
Total
Price is £17.33

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to local landmarks
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Meeting local changemakers
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Learning about community initiatives
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cup of Kenyan chai

Know before you book

  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Step into the heart of Nairobi’s oldest informal settlement and discover the vibrant spirit of Mathare. This guided walking tour offers a respectful and insightful look into daily life, community initiatives, and the untold stories of resilience.

Visit local landmarks including the Fursa Centre, youth art murals, and community gardens. Meet local changemakers—artists, educators, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of Mathare.

Learn about grassroots efforts in education, sanitation, and empowerment. Enjoy a cup of Kenyan chai at a local kiosk while engaging in open dialogue with residents. Capture moments with permission—this tour prioritises dignity and consent.

This isn’t poverty tourism—it’s a human-centered experience led by guides from Mathare who share their lived experiences with pride and honesty. A portion of the proceeds supports local education and youth initiatives.

Location

Activity location

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    • Nairobi
    • Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • PVV6+F97, Nairobi, Kenya | Meet at the Utalii college sports ground and the Guide will be waiting at the meeting point wearing a red T shirt
    • Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya