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Beads factory and Utamaduni Craft Centre Guided Tour
Beads factory and Utamaduni Craft Centre Guided Tour
Beads factory and Utamaduni Craft Centre Guided Tour
Beads factory and Utamaduni Craft Centre Guided Tour
Beads factory and Utamaduni Craft Centre Guided Tour

Kobe Tough Beads factory and Utamaduni Craft Centre Guided Tour

By Rustic Nature Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$98 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Dive deep into the heart of Kenya's artistic heritage with an experience that's more than just sightseeing. The Beads Women's Factory is a mesmerising showcase of age-old bead craftsmanship, where colours weave tales of tradition and empowerment. Witness first-hand the meticulous artistry and become a part of the narrative as you craft your own bead jewellery. But the journey doesn't end here. The Utamaduni Craft Centre awaits, offering a tapestry of 16 vibrant shops that echo Kenya's diverse culture. From captivating masks to intricate fabrics, every artefact here sings of passion, history, and skill. This isn't just shopping; it's an immersion, an interaction, a dance of hands and hearts. Book now and let your soul resonate with the melodies of Kenyan craftsmanship. Don't just travel; live the storey.

Activity location

  • KOBE TOUGH beads & leather
    • 00100, Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • KOBE TOUGH beads & leather
    • 00100, Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

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Kobe Tough Beads factory and Utamaduni Craft Centre Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 2:00 pm
Price details
AU$98.23 x 1 AdultAU$98.23
Total
Price is AU$98.23

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate service & transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedprofessional local tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedPick up and drop off at your hotel/residence
  • What's includedWhat's includedAuthentic quality gift shops
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips & service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedCoffee and/or Tea
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAirport drop-off available at just $20 after tour.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

KOBE TOUGH beads & leather
  • 1h
At the Beads Women's Factory, travellers immerse themselves in a vibrant world of creativity and empowerment. Upon arrival, the air buzzes with the rhythmic clicking of beads, as artisans, skilled in the age-old craft, weave magic into every piece. Visitors witness a colourful array of beads, each piece telling a tale of tradition, resilience, and artistry. A guided tour offers insights into the meticulous process of bead-making, from selecting raw materials to the intricate design and completion. Travellers engage in interactive workshops, their hands dancing to create bespoke bead jewellery, imbued with personal touch and narrative. Every purchase supports the women artisans, uplifting their communities. The tour is a journey – it’s not just about observing the creation of beautiful beadwork but participating in a storey of empowerment, skill, and tradition, leaving travellers with lasting memories and treasures.
Utamaduni Craft Centre
  • 2h
A haven of artistry and tradition, the centre is an eclectic mix of 16 shops each echoing the diverse and vibrant cultures of Kenya. Visitors are greeted by the mesmerising dance of colours, patterns, and textures - each item, from intricately woven fabrics, spellbinding masks, exquisite jewellery, to ornate home décor, telling a distinct storey of the people’s heritage. Every artefact is a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, handcrafted with passion and precision. Guests are not just observers but become part of the narrative, engaging with artisans, understanding the profound history, and witnessing the skill and art that breathes life into every piece. And as the crescendo to this enriching experience, travellers have the opportunity to select artefacts that speak to them - each purchase, a cherished memory of a journey through Kenya’s soul. End of tour.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKOBE TOUGH beads & leather
    • 00100, Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEKOBE TOUGH beads & leather
    • 00100, Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

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