Shamba Events
Guests arrive at Shamba Events and immediately sense the shift from Nairobi's urban pace to a serene hilltop sanctuary.
Shamba Events is an estate destination wedding venue in Nairobi, Kenya, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 30 minutes. Best months: February, March, June, September.
About Shamba Events
Guests arrive at Shamba Events and immediately sense the shift from Nairobi's urban pace to a serene hilltop sanctuary.
Set across a sprawling private estate at Loresho Ridge, the venue offers sweeping views of the city skyline and surrounding gardens where ceremonies unfold under open skies.
Your reception flows from garden spaces into elegant indoor areas, allowing guests to experience the natural beauty throughout the celebration.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
A beautiful place tailored as per event. The service and food was amazing 🤩. I absolutely recommend it 😉. We had a wedding and it was superb
Liz Njoki · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- NBO, 30 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, modern, relaxedAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Loresho Ridge with panoramic views of Nairobi's skyline and surrounding landscape
- Accommodates 20–150 guests across multiple outdoor and indoor event spaces on a private estate
- On-site café and catering facilities with customizable menus for ceremonies and receptions
- 4.8/5 Google rating reflecting consistent guest satisfaction and service quality
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 2:00 PM–6:00 PMRehearsal; décor setup begins; welcome dinner for early arrivals
- 7:00 AMBridal party arrival; final setup and styling in designated spaces
- 10:00 AMGuest arrival; welcome refreshments in garden
- 11:00 AMCeremony begins in garden pavilion
- 12:00 PMCocktail hour and group photography on ridge overlooking Nairobi
- 1:30 PMReception dinner and dancing; cake cutting
- 6:00 PM–10:00 PMEvening celebrations wind down; guest departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- NBO · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
- Typical total
- $9,000–19,000Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
1,200,000–2,500,000+ KES for 75–100 guests (approximately $9,000–$19,000 USD)
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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Contact venue (typically 150,000–300,000 KES)
- Reception
- On request
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4,500–8,000 KES (depending on menu and bar package)
- Room rate
- On request
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8,000–25,000+ KES (nearby hotels; not on estate)
- Weather window
- February – March
The months the weather is kindest, with June and September mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0715 199467
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies based on season, guest count, catering selections, and décor. Request detailed quotations directly from Shamba Events. Exchange rates: 1 USD ≈ 130 KES (approximate).
Questions about the venue
What is included in venue rental?+
Venue hire includes access to garden spaces, indoor pavilions, and basic setup. Catering, décor, and staffing are available through partnerships or external vendors. Contact Shamba Events directly for customized packages.
Can we host both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The estate has dedicated garden areas for ceremonies and adjacent covered spaces for receptions, allowing guest flow between events.
What is the weather like during wedding season?+
The venue's covered spaces accommodate rain, and open gardens provide natural light year-round.
Is accommodation available for out-of-town guests?+
Shamba Events itself is primarily a day-use venue. However, numerous hotels and lodges operate within 5–15km of Loresho Ridge, ranging from luxury resorts to boutique properties.
What photography and videography options exist?+
The estate's gardens, ridge views, and architectural features provide diverse backdrops. Vendors are welcome; confirm any specific access requirements with venue management.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.