The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone in Karen, Nairobi: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Indoor play and trampoline parks in Karen, Nairobi
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The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone is a family entertainment area at The Waterfront Mall with Tag and Play toddler club, PlayDen, Maji Magic Aqua Park, bowling, paintball and horse riding. Activities start at KES 300, with Maji Magic entry at KES 2,000 and paintball at KES 1,500. The mall is about 16 km from Nairobi. Plan 3 to 4 hours for a visit.
GPS: -1.35, 36.71
What is The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone?
The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone is a family entertainment area at The Waterfront Mall in Karen, about 16 km from Nairobi. The zone includes Tag and Play, a toddler club with slides, ball pits and trampolines. PlayDen is for older kids and has water slides and virtual reality games, with activities starting at KES 300 each. Maji Magic Aqua Park has giant inflatables, slides and bouncy trampolines, with entry at KES 2,000 for paddleboarding, mini-boat racing and kayaking. Strike Arcade has bowling for KES 250 to KES 500 per game and arcade games. Paintball Fury costs KES 1,500 for 150 paintballs in a 1.5-hour session. Waterfront Stables offers horse riding at KES 300 per lap. The mall has several family-friendly restaurants.
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Key details
- Address
- Langata Road, Nairobi, Nairobi
- GPS coordinates
- -1.35, 36.71
- Opening hours
- Mall hours apply. Confirm by phone.
- How long to plan
- Fri
- Suitable ages
- 3 to 4 hours
- Phone
- +254705331116
What to expect when you visit
Cash;Card
Family essentials
- Minimum age
- Yes
- Safety notes
Stroller friendly;Free parking;Public transport nearby
Tickets and costs
- Child entry: Kenya / East African resident
- KES 2,000
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ages that pay the child rate
- 3 to 12
- Free entry rules
- 0
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
About 16 km from Nairobi CBD, 35 minutes
- Prices last checked
- 14 Oct 2026
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Weekday mornings are quieter.
- Busiest times
- Weekends are busier.
- How to get there
The Waterfront Karen is on Langata Road about 16 km from Nairobi CBD. From the CBD take Langata Road towards Karen. The mall is on the left.
- By car
- About 16 km from Nairobi CBD. Drive time is 30β40 minutes off-peak.
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Uber and Bolt are available. A ride from the CBD is roughly KES 800β1
- Public transport
500.
- Combine with
Matatu routes along Langata Road serve the area. Confirm the exact route and stop.
- What to bring
Giraffe Centre is nearby with advance booking recommended. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is nearby with advance booking required. Nairobi National Park is about 10 km away with a separate ticket.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone opening hours?
- Mall hours apply. Confirm by phone. Busiest: Weekends are busier.
- Is The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: Yes. Stroller friendly;Free parking;Public transport nearby
- How long do you need at The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone?
- Plan for Fri.
- What is the best time to visit The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone?
- Weekday mornings are quieter. It is busiest Weekends are busier.
- How do you get to The Waterfront Karen Kids' Zone?
- About 16 km from Nairobi CBD. Drive time is 30β40 minutes off-peak. Ride-hailing: Uber and Bolt are available. A ride from the CBD is roughly KES 800β1. Public transport: 500. The Waterfront Karen is on Langata Road about 16 km from Nairobi CBD. From the CBD take Langata Road towards Karen. The mall is on the left.
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