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Kikwata Picnic Site

for all ages with storytelling. Possibility of
climbing the hills and visiting the Denys Finch Hatton Grave
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KIKWATA IS A UNIQUE, HOMELY PICNIC SITE ON THE SLOPES OF THE NGONG HILLS

Susan Wamũciῖ of Kikwata Storytellers intended her home – her mῦciĩ – to be shared with you. Bring a picnic and enjoy the fresh air, trees, flowers and birds as you eat – and make sure to sample one of Wamũciῖ’s homemade scones with guava or plum jam! Deep in the Ngong Hills, yet only forty minutes’ drive from Karen, Wamũciῖ’s home welcomes you to spend some quality time with friends and family, away from the hustle of city life in a place where you can just unwind and enjoy nature.
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What we

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Picnic Site

You may just want to relax on the grass, and enjoy the serenity, but for those with more time and energy, there is badminton, volleyball, hiking and other activities. And there’s plenty of space for the children to play. In cold weather, you may huddle around the fire to listen to Wamũciῖ’s stories.

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Camping

If you need a longer break and some real hiking, spend a night or two camping under the starry sky. Tents and mattresses; barbeque and cooking utensils are all available for hire.

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Storytelling

This is the unique speciality of Kikwata picnic site. Wamucii is always ready to tell a suitable story with music and song. With pre-arrangement, and at a small extra cost, a musician can provide backup drumming, and traditional dancing for those who wish.

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We promise you a refreshing and memorable stay

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Why “Kikwata”?

Kikwata is the three thorned acacia tree, widespread in northern Kenya and southern Sudan, providing food, fuel and a valuable gum to the populations of the region.​
It is the tree that grabs you with its many thorns and won’t let you go!.
Stories are food for our hearts and souls.​
Storytelling is a way of ordering and making sense of our experience.​
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Performances

 

WAMŨCIĨ or Cῦcῦ Susan, as children call her, was telling stories in Sunday school way back in the sixties. Coming to Kenya in the seventies, she discovered Africa, the home of storytellers.

OUR HOMELY PLACE

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Leave the demands of city life behind, and ascend the slopes of the hills for a day or two’s relaxation!
TESTIMONIALS

Reviews

“ It was great visiting Kikwata Picnic Site and farm; so close to Nairobi, but completely rural: 21 species of birds in one morning, just sitting at the campsite! Susan has a wonderful personality and an amazing wealth of knowledge, which she imparts so easily. Her gift for storytelling is also quite stunning: this was a new experience for me. We will definitely be back.”

Firoz Dharani

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“ Susan's place has a lovely garden with adequate facilities for camping. It is also conveniently located near a scenic trail with access to Ngong Hills. Great spot for hiking and getting away from the city.”

David and Sharon Jones

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“ Serene and inviting, the Kikwata Campsite allows one to commune with nature without losing the feeling of home. I have had the pleasure of camping with family and enjoying a day activity too, and I def recommend this getaway. And if you can pair it with Susan's engaging storytelling, the experience is simply amazing!”

Wangari Grace

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