Bomas of Kenya tour

Bomas of Kenya is a tourist village in Langata, Nairobi. Bomas (homesteads) displays traditional villages belonging to Kenyan tribes.

The Bomas of Kenya was established by the government in 1971 as a subsidiary company of Kenya Tourist Development Corporation as a tourist attraction. The main objective was to preserve, maintain and promote the rich and diverse cultural values of various tribal groups of Kenya.

Kenya is a nation rich in culture, which is being threatened by increasing modernity. To combat the loss of this rich heritage, the Bomas of Kenya have put together a series of tribal cultural shows geared towards promoting her rich cultural diversity. This is where the Bomas of Kenya tour comes in; to experience the cultural tour. It features virtually all of the 42 tribes in the country, coming together from diverse cultural backgrounds.

There are replica homesteads of different tribes built in the compound that visitors can visit during your tour after the show.

Bomas is located just 10 kilometers from the city center and 2 kilometers from Nairobi national park, with numerous homesteads reflecting Kenya’s cocktail of cultures depicting a traditional village lifestyle. During your tour, you will learn about the diverse lifestyle, and cultures and the way different communities

During your Bomasa of Kenya tour, You will be treated to a rich traditional music and dance show at this cultural center. The greatest excitement is the display of traditional dances, music, and songs being performed in a splendid area. Traditional dishes may be served as extras

A drive to the Bomas of Kenya situated off Langata Road 10 km from the city center. This is an amazing setup that offers you a firsthand experience of the culture and lifestyle of many of Kenya’s tribal groups.

Enjoy the rich traditional dances, villages, and handicrafts displayed at the Bomas of Kenya and view numerous homesteads reflecting Kenya’s cocktail of cultures which have been faithfully re-created for visitors to see traditional village life. But the greatest excitement during the afternoon is a visit to the display of traditional dancing music and folklore songs performed in a splendid arena.