Best Activities To Do At Waterfront Karen

The Waterfront Mall is off the busy Langata Road in the Karen suburbs. It is approximately 16.4 kilometers from Nairobi CBD and takes approximately 40 minutes to drive on a busy day. The Waterfront Mall is easily accessible by private vehicle, taxi or cab, or public transportation. To use public transportation, also known as Matatus, board buses with route number 24. The buses can be found at the Kencom bus stop in Nairobi’s CBD. Throughout the day, there is plenty of safe and affordable parking space for private vehicle users. Furthermore, cabs and taxis pick up and drop off customers within the mall at any time of day until late at night.

The amenities at the mall are in place, creating a serene environment, with the water park making a difference and creating a soothing-to-the-eye effect. Yes, this is a place where you can take children to have a good time for brunch or lunch; it is well recommended.

Fun Activities At Waterfront Karen And Their Prices

1. Bowling

At the Strike Arcade, a gaming house consisting of a bowling alley and other assorted arcade games as well as a bar and restaurant. Strike Arcade is open from Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 9 pm.

Strike Arcade Bowling charges

Ksh 350 per player per game.

Contact: +254 705 331 116

2. Maji Magic Aqua Park

If you love water be it swimming or sliding, this is the place for you. Maji Magic Aqua Park is undoubtedly a major attraction in the city. It is frequently listed as one of the top things to do in Nairobi and can provide high-octane entertainment for those looking to have a good time. At the park, blue and white obstacles that look like bouncing castles float on the water. The water obstacle course has sections for climbing, sliding, jumping, and hanging, reminiscent of what you would see on the UK game show “Total Wipeout” or “Wipeout” in the US. Whether one visits Maji Magic Aqua Park with friends or family, one is sure to have a wonderful time while enjoying all of the major attractions. Maji Magic Aqua Park is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Maji Magic Aqua Park Charges

  • A one-hour session at the Aqua Park costs Ksh 2,000 per person. On less-busy days, it may take slightly longer.
  • Ksh 2,000 per person for a 1-hour session of stand-up paddle boarding.
  • Ksh 500 per person for a 10-minute session on the Blaster Boats
  • Kayaking costs Ksh 2,000 per person for a one-hour lesson.
  • Kayaking lessons cost Ksh 3,000 per person for a 2-hour session.

Contact: +254 710 123 456

3. Paintball Fury

Image © Waterfront Mall

The paintball arena, situated right next to an artificial lake filled with ducks and other peaceful creatures, is quite serene. It’s a wonderful environment and very fun, especially if you go as a group. The safety gear and guns are good quality. The staff is friendly and helpful as they guide you through gearing up and preparing for the game. It’s a great place for team building. There is also a nice play area in case you come with your children. Paintball Fury grounds are open every day from 9 am to 6 pm.

Paintball Fury Charges 

A paintball match at Paintball Fury Waterfront lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes at a cost of Ksh 1500 per person. Each person gets 150 paintballs and refills are Ksh 500 for 50 paintballs.

Contact: 0745655250

4. Waterfront Stables

The Waterfront Stables is the only equestrian facility in East Africa that provides a first-class horse riding experience in an easy-to-access environment. Waterfront Stables offers various riding programs that begin with basic horsemanship (balance, horse control) and progress to more advanced skills for different styles of horse riding, from dressage, show jumping, cross country, Western (American) riding, and trail riding. They cater to all riding styles, from beginners to experts. The stables are open from Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm.

Waterfront Stables Charges

Horse riding costs Ksh 300 per person per lap.

Contact: 0799966942

5. Tag and Play 

Tag and Play offers hours of fun for your toddlers! Tucked on the 1st floor of the Water Front Mall in Karen, this toddler club has miniature slides, a trampoline, and a ball pit that will engage your toddlers with some fun. Tag and Play is an ideal spot for your toddlers when out on that weekend shopping run or a toddler play.

Tag and Play Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 10 am to 6 pm. For Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays from 10 am to 7 pm.

Tag and Play Charges

Ksh 400 per child, Monday to Friday, and Ksh 600 per child, weekends, and public holidays.

6. Play Den

The enjoyable outdoor kids’ entertainment area is open daily from 9 am to 7 pm. Your children can engage in the following activities:

  • Remote control cars
  • Boat rides
  • Popcorn and cotton candy snacks are readily available on Sunday Fun Day
  • Water slides
  • Electric quad bikes
  • Drifters
  • Numerous slides and bouncing castles
  • Virtual-reality games
  • Self-control jets

Play Den Charges

Play Den costs start from Ksh 300 per game per child

Contact: +254 725 621 668

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