7 Team-Building Venues Near Nairobi and How to Get Your Team There

The best team-building days start with everyone arriving together, rested and on time. Here are seven venues within a comfortable drive of Nairobi and what to book for each.

1. Lake Naivasha (90 km, about 2 hours)

Boat rides, Crescent Island walks and lakeside lodges. A 29 or 33-seater with a luggage bay works well for overnight retreats.

2. Machakos People's Park and Lukenya (60 km, about 1.5 hours)

Zip lines, hikes and open lawns for games. Day trips suit a 22-seater Coaster or a 44-seater for bigger teams.

3. Tigoni and Limuru tea farms (35 km, about 1 hour)

Cool weather, tea tours and country clubs. Close enough for a half-day; a 14-seater van or Coaster is ideal.

4. Ngong Hills (30 km, about 1 hour)

The classic hike with the wind farm views. Book a bus that can wait at the base and collect the group at the far end.

5. Ol Pejeta and Nanyuki (200 km, about 3.5 hours)

Conservancy visits and a Mount Kenya backdrop for two-day retreats. Choose a coach with reclining seats and USB charging.

6. Kitengela Glass and Athi River lodges (35 km, about 1 hour)

Art, glass-blowing and outdoor cooking. Easy for a morning departure and evening return.

7. Lake Elementaita (120 km, about 2.5 hours)

Flamingos, hot springs and quiet lodges. A great two-day option in a 26 to 33-seater.

Booking tip

Confirm headcount three days before departure and tell us about dietary stops or a late return, so the driver plans the day around your programme.