Have you ever watched those glass blowing videos on socials, where someone is using like thousands of degrees of heat to make a blob of molten mess into the most stunning glass creations? That’s exactly what Kitengela Glass Nairobi is.
We came across their store at the Village Market, and it was impossible not to go in because all you see is these breathtaking pieces of glass in all different shapes and sizes on the end to end shelves. You can get jugs, tumblers, bowls and other stuff, but they also make larger projects like furniture and fencing! You can browse and buy their products online too. In fact, Kitengela Glass started in the early 90s and is one of the world’s longest running recycled glass studios. Every piece is handcrafted using recycled glass, combining sustainability with artistry in a way that feels both practical and beautiful.
Costs of the Activities at Kitengela Glass Nairobi
One of the things we wanted to do (but didn’t get to because of a shortage of time + Nairobi traffic) was to visit their workshop about 50 minutes from Nairobi. It would have been so cool to see their entire work process and learn more about them! When you visit, which we highly recommend, you can actually participate in the glassmaking! I’d have loved that. The 30 minute glassblowing experience is KES 5000 ($40) and the 1 hour one is KES 10,000 ($80). You can book their activities here.
Other than the glassblowing experience, Kitengela Glass also has a cafe, and offers other more affordable experiences such as just watching glassblowing (KES 300/$2), or getting involved in specific aspects of the glassblowing process. For instance, you can blow bubbles for 500 KES, shape a paperweight for KES 2500, or even get a couples combo for 7500 KES.
It doesn’t end there! For 2800 KES, you can have a mosaic class, or bead making for 4500 KES. They’ve also got a special scary bridge that you can cross for KES 300, swim in a dragon glass pool for 250/500 KES for kids/adults respectively, and explore Nanis wonderland for 200 KES, which is a legacy walk and sculpture garden in honour of Nani, the mother of Anselm, who is a leading Kenyan artist. It diaries the tapestry of a life well lived 🥺
And then lastly, if you’re not feeling like driving, or just want a break, you can even book accommodation here! Their prices differ based on season and what option you choose, but I actually think we would pick this option the next time we’re in Kenya 🇰🇪
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