Fred's Ranch in Isinya (Kisaju), Kitengela: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
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Fred's Ranch & Resort is a cowboy-themed ranch in Isinya, Kajiado County, about 45 minutes from Nairobi. Swimming is KSh 650 for adults and KSh 500 for children, and horse riding is extra. It's open daily from 8am, with closing times of 8pm to 10pm depending on the day. Plan a half to full day.
What is Fred's Ranch?
Fred's Ranch & Resort is a family-run, cowboy-themed ranch in Kisaju, Isinya (Kajiado County), along the Kitengela–Namanga road, roughly 45–60 minutes from Nairobi. It opened in February 2016 and has green lawns, a swimming pool with supervised areas for children, horse riding, a kids' playground with slides, swings and a bouncing castle (with a mascot and occasional face painting), and farm tours covering dairy cattle, drip irrigation, fruit growing and a biogas plant. A garden restaurant and a pool restaurant serve nyama choma and local dishes, with rhumba music through much of the day. Cottages, apartments and camping tents are available for overnight stays.
It works well for a relaxed family day out, birthday parties and school edutainment trips. There is a kids' menu, high chairs, baby changing and family toilets, plus free parking. Prices and opening hours differ between the ranch's own pages and third-party listings, so confirm before you go.
Fred's Ranch & Resort was launched on 14 February 2016 by the family of radio and TV presenter Fred Obachi Machoka, as an agritourism venture. It keeps dairy cattle, has a cowboy theme with horse stables and an orchard, and also runs a hospitality school.
Fred's Ranch ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child (Not confirmed) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | KES 650 | KES 500 |
Entry is free: management told The Star in 2023 that there is no extra entry fee. Swimming: adults KSh 650, children KSh 500 (ranch website). Horse riding: the ranch site lists 'from KSh 500' on its homepage, but its activities page shows beginner 30 min KSh 2,000, intermediate 1 hr KSh 3,500, advanced 2 hrs KSh 5,000. Swimming lessons were listed at KSh 300 (kids) and KSh 500 (adults) by a family-listings site (older). A visitor reported a KSh 2,000 banda booking deposit, deducted from the bill.
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- Compare swim and ride prices when you book The ranch site shows different horse-riding rates on different pages | Book a banda ahead in holidays
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0–2 years | Okay | Baby changing, high chairs and family toilets; keep close watch near the pool | 3–5 years |
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Key details
- Address
- Kisaju, Isinya, along the Kitengela–Namanga Road, Kajiado County, Kitengela
- Opening hours
- Daily 8am to 10pm (ranch website); some listings show 8pm Mon–Thu, 9pm Fri, 10pm Sat–Sun
- How long to plan
- Half to full day
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Phone
- 0792 564243
What to expect when you visit
Arrive at the ranch gate in Isinya and park for free. The swimming pool has dedicated areas for adults and children, and attendants are on hand. Kids can use the play area and jungle gym, and horse rides are guided by instructors.
There is a restaurant with a kids' menu and high chairs, with nyama choma as the signature meal. In the holiday season, book a banda or picnic spot ahead.
Family essentials
- Minimum age
- Not confirmed
- Facilities
- Baby changing
- Access and parking
- Stroller friendly
- Free parking
- Safety notes
Supervise children near the pool and around horses; the pool has attendants and dedicated children's areas.
Tickets and costs
- Free entry rules
- Yes
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Horse riding, swimming lessons, food and drinks, banda or picnic spot, camping and accommodation
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Weekdays for a calmer visit; weekends for live music and kids' activities (based on the ranch's weekend promotions)
- Busiest times
- Weekends and school holidays (a visitor advises booking bandas ahead as the holidays approach)
- How to get there
Along the Kitengela–Namanga road at Kisaju, Isinya, Kajiado County. From Nairobi, take the Mombasa Road underpass to Kitengela and continue towards Isinya.
- By car
- About 45–60 minutes from Nairobi depending on traffic (roughly 60 km by road)
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Not confirmed; check Uber or Bolt in the app for a live quote from your pickup point
- Public transport
No direct matatu found. Take a matatu from Nairobi to Kitengela, then a taxi or boda boda to Kisaju, Isinya
- Combine with
Not applicable — a full-day destination on its own
- What to bring
Swimwear and towels, sun hat and sunscreen, change of clothes for kids, cash or M-Pesa for extras
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Fred's Ranch?
- Adults pay KES 650 and children (ages Not confirmed) pay KES 500. Entry is free: management told The Star in 2023 that there is no extra entry fee. Swimming: adults KSh 650, children KSh 500 (ranch website). Horse riding: the ranch site lists 'from KSh 500' on its homepage, but its activities page shows beginner 30 min KSh 2,000, intermediate 1 hr KSh 3,500, advanced 2 hrs KSh 5,000. Swimming lessons were listed at KSh 300 (kids) and KSh 500 (adults) by a family-listings site (older). A visitor reported a KSh 2,000 banda booking deposit, deducted from the bill.
- What are the Fred's Ranch opening hours?
- Daily 8am to 10pm (ranch website); some listings show 8pm Mon–Thu, 9pm Fri, 10pm Sat–Sun. Busiest: Weekends and school holidays (a visitor advises booking bandas ahead as the holidays approach).
- Is Fred's Ranch suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: Not confirmed. Baby changing facilities are available. Supervise children near the pool and around horses; the pool has attendants and dedicated children's areas.
- How long do you need at Fred's Ranch?
- Plan for Half to full day.
- Is Fred's Ranch accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Stroller friendly, Free parking.
- What is the best time to visit Fred's Ranch?
- Weekdays for a calmer visit; weekends for live music and kids' activities (based on the ranch's weekend promotions). It is busiest Weekends and school holidays (a visitor advises booking bandas ahead as the holidays approach).
- How do you get to Fred's Ranch?
- About 45–60 minutes from Nairobi depending on traffic (roughly 60 km by road). Ride-hailing: Not confirmed; check Uber or Bolt in the app for a live quote from your pickup point. Public transport: No direct matatu found. Take a matatu from Nairobi to Kitengela, then a taxi or boda boda to Kisaju, Isinya Along the Kitengela–Namanga road at Kisaju, Isinya, Kajiado County. From Nairobi, take the Mombasa Road underpass to Kitengela and continue towards Isinya.
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