If you’re a coffee lover visiting Nairobi, don’t miss the opportunity to go behind the scenes and experience a true coffee farm and factory tour at the renowned Fairview Coffee Estate. Situated in the lush, green hills of Limuru in Kiambu County, this nearly 100-acre estate has produced some of the world’s finest coffee since the 1900s.
The scenic Fairview estate is home to fertile red volcanic soils irrigated by the Riara River, fed by streams cascading from the Aberdare Range of the Kenyan highlands. These ideal conditions allow the arabica coffee plants to thrive, resulting in exceptional coffee beans bursting with rich, distinctive flavours with black currant, citrus and spice notes.
One of the highlights of visiting Fairview is taking one of their daily tours, offered twice in the morning at 10 am and 2 pm. As you stroll along the farm’s shaded walking paths lined with tall evergreen trees, you’ll have the chance to:
– Understand Coffee Cultivation – Learn from your guide about the meticulous process of growing and cultivating the arabica coffee plant varietals, like SL28, SL34 and Batian.
– Witness Production Up-Close – Get an inside look at the various steps of processing freshly-picked coffee cherries, from de-pulping to washing, fermenting and sun drying on raised beds. You’ll also see the beans being roasted to perfection.
– Taste Renowned Fairview Brands – No tour is complete without sampling some of Fairview’s celebrated coffee brands like their signature AA Kenyan and Fairview Estate blends, skillfully roasted to bring out the beans’ unique flavours.
– Support Local Sustainability – Fairview is committed to environmentally-friendly practices like using rainwater for irrigation and part of your tour proceeds go toward these efforts.
– Escape City Life – Breathe in the fresh highland air scented with jalapa and macadamia trees, and take in the tranquil, leafy surroundings – a welcome retreat from bustling Nairobi.
Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur or just curious about this beloved beverage, the Fairview estate offers an immersive, eye-opening experience. Book your tour today and let the aroma of world-class Kenyan coffee be your guide!
