Beyond the Usual — Nairobi for the Curious Expat
New to the city? Welcome! Nairobi has a wild side — not just in wildlife, but in personality, flavor, and rhythm. Whether you're here for a few months or the long haul, these experiences will give you stories that stick.
🐎 Sunday Polo at Nairobi Polo Club
Yes, Nairobi has a Polo Club — and it's a scene. Think champagne, wide-brim hats, and galloping hooves. Expats and locals mingle here in a way that’s classy but unpretentious.
🥬 Farm-to-Fork Dining at Cultiva Farm
Located in Karen, Cultiva is a hidden culinary gem where chefs literally pick herbs from the garden mid-service. Sit outdoors under the vines and enjoy experimental dishes with an organic soul.
🎧 Secret Rave in the Ngong Hills
For the adventurous: sign up with Nairobi’s underground event groups on Instagram and find yourself dancing under the stars in forest clearings, hilltops, or abandoned quarries. It’s safe, eclectic, and unforgettable.
🌿 Wellness Retreat at Purdy Arms Garden Spa
Escape the hustle with a sound bath or yoga session surrounded by birdsong. Follow it up with a gin cocktail from their greenhouse bar.
🛵 Vespa Ride Through Loresho & Kitisuru
Rent a Vespa for the day and cruise the quiet, tree-lined roads of Nairobi’s lush suburbs. Stop for a cappuccino at Le Grenier à Pain or pick up fresh sourdough from a hidden bakery.
🍿 Outdoor Cinema at Unseen Nairobi
This indie rooftop cinema at Rhapta Square screens films under the night sky. Bring a blanket, sip a cocktail, and watch everything from African cinema to French classics.
🐄 Urban Farm Stay at Mlango Farm
Spend a weekend milking cows, harvesting veggies, and cooking rustic meals on this working farm in Limuru. It's only an hour away, but it feels like another world.
Nairobi isn’t just a stopover — it’s a city that whispers (and sometimes shouts) its secrets to those willing to explore. From art to adrenaline, from cafés to cattle — this place will surprise you in all the best ways.