What are the Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm opening hours?

Daily 9am to 5pm. Busiest: Weekends and school groups.

What payment methods does Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm accept?

Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm accepts M-Pesa, Card. It does not accept cash.

What is the best time to visit Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm?

Dry mornings. It is busiest Weekends and school groups.

How do you get to Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm?

About 40 minutes from Nairobi via Limuru Road. Ride-hailing: Taxi to Tigoni; give the driver the farm name and Limuru Road. Public transport: Matatu to Limuru, then boda boda to Tigoni On Limuru Road at Tigoni, less than 1km from the St Paul's University main gate.

Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm in Tigoni (Limuru Road), Kiambu: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide

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A tea farm and sensory garden at Tigoni near Limuru, with guided plucking, processing and tea tasting in the highlands above Nairobi.

📍 Location

Gathoni Park Farm, Limuru Road, Tigoni, Kiambu County, Tigoni (Limuru Road), Kiambu

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What is Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm?

Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm sits along Limuru Road at Tigoni, less than a kilometre from St Paul's University. Guides walk visitors through tea bushes, explain plucking and processing, and lead a tasting in the herb and sensory garden.

It is a garden and small farm rather than a wildlife venue. Visits run through the day and suit families who want a hands-on hour or two in the highlands.

The tour explains how tea is grown, plucked and processed on a working smallholding, and the sensory garden grows herbs and tea plants for visitors to handle.

💡 Money-saving tips for families

Confirm the tour rate Prices are quoted per booking | Tasting included

Is it right for your child's age?

Age group	Verdict	What to expect
0-2 years	Okay	Carrier advised on garden paths
3-5 years	Good	Smelling herbs and short walks
6-9 years	Great	Plucking tea and tasting
10-12 years	Great	Processing explained step by step
13+ years	Good	Better with an interest in food or farming

Key details

Address

Gathoni Park Farm, Limuru Road, Tigoni, Kiambu County, Kiambu

Opening hours

Daily 9am to 5pm Open now

How long to plan

1 to 2 hours

Suitable ages

All ages

Setting

Outdoor

Payment accepted

M-Pesa
Card

Phone

+254 715 299 525

What to expect when you visit

Expect a guided walk rather than a self-guided garden: a guide explains the tea bushes, then takes you through processing and a tasting. Children usually enjoy plucking leaves and smelling the herb beds.

It is highland country, so it can be cool and wet. Confirm tour times and rates when you book.

Family essentials

Suitable age bands

0–2 years
3–5 years
6–9 years
10–12 years
13+ years

Toddler suitability

Great for toddlers

Facilities

Toilets

Safety notes

Sloping garden paths and hot water in the processing area; supervise children and keep them back from machinery.

Tickets and costs

Ticket notes: Tour and tasting rates are quoted per booking; no published price list was found.
Free entry rules: No
Extra costs (activities, rentals, food): Tea tasting, guided farm tour, tea products

Plan your visit

Best time to visit: Dry mornings
Busiest times: Weekends and school groups
How to get there: On Limuru Road at Tigoni, less than 1km from the St Paul's University main gate.
By car: About 40 minutes from Nairobi via Limuru Road
Uber / Bolt estimate: Taxi to Tigoni; give the driver the farm name and Limuru Road
Public transport: Matatu to Limuru, then boda boda to Tigoni
Combine with: Mlango Farm | Limuru tea fields
What to bring: Closed shoes
Light jacket
Rain jacket
Cash or M-Pesa

Accessibility deep dive

Here is what to expect on the ground.

Garden paths on sloping ground; confirm step-free routes at booking.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm opening hours?: Daily 9am to 5pm. Busiest: Weekends and school groups.
Is Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm suitable for toddlers and young children?: Yes. Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm is great for toddlers. Sloping garden paths and hot water in the processing area; supervise children and keep them back from machinery.
How long do you need at Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm?: Plan for 1 to 2 hours.
What payment methods does Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm accept?: Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm accepts M-Pesa, Card. It does not accept cash.
What is the best time to visit Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm?: Dry mornings. It is busiest Weekends and school groups.
How do you get to Gathoni Sensory Garden & Tea Farm?: About 40 minutes from Nairobi via Limuru Road. Ride-hailing: Taxi to Tigoni; give the driver the farm name and Limuru Road. Public transport: Matatu to Limuru, then boda boda to Tigoni On Limuru Road at Tigoni, less than 1km from the St Paul's University main gate.