Family Fun Activities & Games in Embakasi Nairobi.
Holidays and weekends present the opportunity to have Family Fun Activities & Games in Embakasi locations we shall highlight below.
Our search for kid friendly places focused on the variety of events available, safety at the venues & prices of food & drinks.
Kid friendly restaurants with playground.
1. Expressway Lounge.
Located off Mombasa road after the Imaara mall, Expressway lounge is the perfect spot for a family day out. It’s venue has 3 sections catering for bouncing castles & kids playing area.
The second is a modern conference hall best for bridal or baby showers & a 3rd section with dining tables for birthday parties.
The menu selection is ideal for kids who are fussy eaters as chips, smokies & chicken bites are available. Order mbuzi choma, ugali & kienyeji for the family meal to enjoy.
RATING: 4.5 (47 Reviews), 19 Recommendations.
2. Fahari Gardens Hotel.
How do you make a family fun day? Head out to Fahari Gardens Hotel in Utawala for an adventure ride with the kids.
Fahari offers a nature trail walk to connect with the outdoors & a swimming pool to cool down afterwards.
Their menu is kid friendly with lots of fruit platters as starters & the main courses include chips, marinated chicken & goat meat.
Poolside patio tables with umbrellas give you a vantage point to sip ice cold drinks as you keep an eye on your kids in the pool.
RATING: 4/5 (1K+ Reviews), 315 Recommendations.
3. PlayDen Kids Entertainment.
Fun and adventure awaits as your kids will be spoilt for choice when they enter PlayDen. Bouncing castles, trampolines, swings & slides, merry go round & skating are part of the fun activities available.
These outdoor games are a sure way to boost your kids motor skills & social development.
Located at Imaara Mall, this joint offers fun, games & a variety of child friendly menus from all the restaurants located here.
4. Funcity Gardens Utawala.
When your kids are full of energy & bouncing around at home, Funcity is the place to take them. Merry go round, Bouncing castle slides & swings are just some of the fun things to do here.
To cool down there is a mega swimming pool for the
kids to dip in supervised by lifeguards & parents.
Adults can play snooker & darts in the indoor games hall as you order from the menu.
Chicken, mbuzi choma & chips are the specials for a whole family treat.
RATING: 4/5 (3K+ Reviews), 671 Recommendations.
Indoor Playground & Arcade.
Depending on age we have listed the best places to take kids for fun indoor games.
1. Ice Skating at Panari.
Panari Hotel has an indoor ice skating rink that can hold 200 skaters per session & is open 7 hours daily from 11am to 10pm.
Instructors are available to teach the basics for kids & adults alike & charges range from KShs.1,200 for kids to KShs.1,500 for teens & adults.
If you’re scared of falling don’t worry, they have plastic dollies to hold on as you practice your footing & balance.
RATING: 4.5 (300 Reviews), 96 Recommendations.
2. Playland Amusement Park.
Playland is a must visit family amusement park located at NextGen mall along Mombasa road. They have a Trampoline Park, Bowling arcade, Foam pit Soft Play Area, Virtual Reality, Ropes Obstacle Course & Pool Tables.
Kids below 15 years enjoy unlimited access for the whole day at 1500 bob while bowling is 850 per person, 100 bob for pool games & 500 for playstation.
RATING: 4.5 (292 Reviews), 79 Recommendations.
3. 9D Fantasy World.
Explore a new world with Virtual Reality gaming that includes flight simulators & Fomula 1 Grand Prix.
Come experience the adrenaline rush with your family.
Gamers are in for a treat as PS5 tournaments with cash prizes upto KShs.20,000 up for grabs.
4. PlayZone at Southfield.
PlayZone is an ocean themed indoor children’s play area for kids below 12 year old.
It offers bouncing castles, slides, obstacle courses & face painting.
Special birthday and school packages are available to be booked a week in advance.
Swimming Pools.
We have listed the best swimming pools around embakasi based on safety measures, cleanliness, availabity of kid friendly pools, location & overall ambience.
1. Edevale Swimming Pool.
Edevale is dear to my heart & family as this is where my son learnt how to swim under the tutelage of coach Ayub & Maryam. Located in Donholm phase 8, it has a shallow pool for kids below 6 years.
The main pool is a crystal blue 50 meter long dip with a shallow end for beginner swimmers & the deep end for advanced or confident swimmers.
2 coaches & lifeguards are on call to protect any of the kids & adults.
Their strict regulations ensure a pleasant session for your family at all times.
RATING: 4.5 (121 Reviews), 59 Recommendations.
2. Fahari Gardens.
First time was so nice, we had to do it twice. Fahari Gardens makes a comeback into our list because it has one of the best swimming pools in Embakasi.
The pool is sun heated making it ideal for swims in the afternoon as you can lay on the
poolside sunbeds and get that vitamin D.
Your kids can switch between time in the pool & nature strolls to keep them busy as they enjoy fruit cocktails or sodas.
Remember to lather some sunscreen to avoid sunburns.
RATING: 4.5 (1K Reviews), 215 Recommendations.
3. Funcity.
Around the block & back again, Funcity is back for a second time courtesy of their pristine swimming pool.
You can actually sit in the dining area or a balcony overlooking your kids in the pool while you enjoy some prime choma ribs or sip on your favorite drinks.
Combined with their bouncing castles & amusement park, Funcity is a must visit for family fun & games. Tends to get crowded after 2pm so get there at 11am for the best experience.
RATING: 4.5 (3K Reviews), 637 Recommendations.
4. EASA Swimming Pool.
Fedha & Tassia residents get to enjoy this popular pool located at East African School of Aviation campus.
It’s open to the public on weekends from 10am to 5pm as long as the school does’nt have official functions. Majority of attendees are kids above 10 years & teenagers.
Charges are KShs.400 for adults & KShs.200 for kids whether you are swimming or just present to supervise.
RATING: 4.5 (158 Reviews), 33 Recommendations.
Outdoor games & Activities.
Our kids are growing in a world run by technology & this is a concern for most parents. Quality outdoor games foster physical growth, motor skills, teamwork & resilience.
A day out in the sun is definitely worth every moment shared with your family. Our list explores hobbies that hone your kids talents as well as quench their thirst for adventure.
1. DeBluez Soccer Academy.
Football remains one of Kenya’s second most popular sport after athletics. As a parent it’s your duty to nurture any talent or passion your kid has & this is where an established football academy comes in.
DeBluez is a club based in Nyayo Estate that caters for kids in 3 categories; Under 7’s, Under 11’s & Under 15’s.
Coach Evans Otiende is a former Mathare Youth Alumni who has pursued coaching as a career & enrolled his youngsters in various tournaments including
RATING: 4.5 (67 Reviews), 29 Recommendations.
2. Maji Magic.
An array of fun filled activities include Paddle boarding, Water blasters, Kayaks, inflatable slides & trampolines on hand you can be sure to have a whale of a time!
RATING: 4.5 (700 Reviews), 89 Recommendations.
3. Whistling Morans.
Whistling Morans is a dream come true and an entry point for Kenyan drivers that wish to start go-karting as a sport, hobby, or a career.
This circuit is perfect for friendly beefs on who’s the best driver in your crew, no more talk. Winner takes all the bragging rights.
RATING: 4.5 (1K Reviews), 318 Recommendations.
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“Given the rise of virtual reality, do you think it’s ethical to introduce children to VR gaming during family fun activities? Should we be more concerned about the potential long-term effects on their physical and social development, or is it just another tool for entertainment?
We advocate for moderation when it comes to such, however cutting out digital forms of entertainment entirely is not a sustainable option. Parents ought to strike a balance when it comes to recreational activities for their kids.