★★★★★Tripadvisor review
DO NOT GO ON THIS TOUR
Sutherland1234, October 2026
I went on this tour with my daughter and niece. The tour started fine. Our guide was Qwic Qwic and our security was king and tsunami. We were told very clearly that we could not walk around without security, this becomes relevant later. We were also told of lots of reasons why we could get arrested which did feel a bit odd but potentially understandable to keep us safe.
We walked round uptown and Qwic told us stories about his childhood which from reviews seems to be a standard story used by a few guides ( but didn't know this at the time)
All was fine until we stopped at a pub right next to the red light district, where we had 3 juices normally about 100 shilling each (70 in shops so assuming noore than this cost in downtown pub) and the guide asked if they could have a drink to which we said yes. They then all had beers. We were then left for 20 mins while Qwic chatted with his pals and when he returned he showed us a letter from his daughter's school, handwritten,saying she could not return until he paid 3,500 shilling. This felt very much like a scam. We did not give him money. We then were stung for a bill of 1,400 shilling so feel we were scammed here for many more drinks than we had, might explain the disappearance of security at this point. (We only brought just over 2000 shilling all in all with us for safety reasons) Bearing in mind water and juice was supposed to be supplied on this tour as per the website.
After we left the pub it became apparent as we got to downtown that our "security" had possibly stayed in the pub, as were nowhere to be seen, and we only had Qwic
We were taken to a place for lunch which was also meant to be included as part of the tour however by then I just wanted the tour to end. We refused lunch as we didn't know if we were going to have to pay for this as well and we only had approx 500 shillings left. We felt obliged to give this to the lady in the restaurant as we felt bad sitting in her restaurant but not eating, so this felt the right thing to do. At this point Qwic told us the tour was over effectively leaving us in downtown in a place which security and qwic made a huge deal about being incredibly unsafe. The website specifically says it ends where we started and this was where our driver was picking us up. Qwic finally agreed to walk us back to the drop off point which was 20-30 mins through some of the toughest parts of Nairobi going through back alleys and streets. This felt and was incredibly unsafe as 3 females with our guide walking ahead on occasion while we are being approached in the street.
I can honestly say I have never been so scared in my life and if it wasn't for the fact I can confirm the guides on the website I honestly would think I'd been scammed by some rough guys in the street. Kismar the owner appeared unhappy at the end when he seemed a bit put out by us not having security but this did not feel genuine and I didn't feel safe to be honest with him. Avoid this tour at all costs.
★★★★★Tripadvisor review
More than a City Tour, an Unforgettable Experience!
isabellevX8947KJ, October 2026
What an unforgettable experience! We explored Nairobi with Typhoon and got to see the city through the eyes of someone who truly knows it. The tour was incredibly interesting, eye-opening and inspiring.
What made this experience so special was Typhoon’s openness in sharing his personal story with us. I was genuinely touched by his journey, the challenges he has overcome and how he now uses his experiences to inspire others. It gave us a completely different perspective on Nairobi and made the tour so much more meaningful than just sightseeing.
We learned so much, shared great conversations and left with memories and stories that will stay with us forever.
Thank you, Typhoon, for your honesty, kindness and for sharing a part of your life with us. We couldn’t recommend this tour enough!
★★★★★Tripadvisor review
Nairobi from a different view
jimmymE1533SP, October 2026
We specifically chose to see Nairobi through the eyes of these special Guides. It’s a real off the usual beat view of inner city Nairobi. The stories of our guide Priest were powerful and a testament to what many have to do to overcome and survive a difficult upbringing. My wife and I will highlight this as memorable moment from our trip to Kenya
★★★★★Tripadvisor review
A real look at Nairobi
761sharij, October 2026
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this insightful and authentic exploration of Nairobi's "Uptown" and "Downtown" areas. The tour was particularly impactful due to the personal narratives shared by our guides, King and Tsunami. Their accounts of growing up on the streets, interwoven with Kenya's political history, provided a profound and human perspective.
Despite navigating crowded streets, we consistently felt secure throughout the experience. This tour offered an invaluable opportunity to gain a genuine understanding of the local culture, moving beyond the typical tourist perspectives often encountered in safari lodges.
The tour provided a perfect counterpoint to the rest of our travel experiences in Kenya, offering a balanced and enriching dimension to our trip. We highly recommend this tour.
★★★★★Tripadvisor review
Top class real life tour
354phillipd, October 2026
Excellent experience with Priest & King. Such a great way to see a city and support a local worthwhile initiative. Highly recommend.
Top pick
Free cancellation
Top pick
Top pick
Top pick
Top pick
Top pick
Top pick
Free cancellation
Free cancellation