Karen Blixen Museum & Kazuri Beads Tour

From colonial tales to women’s empowerment

This half-day tour blends history and art in one charming Nairobi suburb. Explore the home of Out of Africa’s Karen Blixen and meet the women behind the hand-crafted Kazuri beads.

Wander through a tale of artistry and colonial charm on this enchanting half-day escape. The Karen Blixen Museum invites you into the life and legacy of the famed Out of Africa author, offering a glimpse of early 20th-century settler life set against the Ngong Hills. A short drive away, the Kazuri Beads Centre dazzles with handcrafted ceramics and beadwork, lovingly made by local women—a testament to empowerment through creativity. Expect stories etched in history, delicate crafts spun with heart, and a warm immersion into Kenya’s cultural soul.