Six Best Team Building Venues in Kenya in 2023
Team building is an essential aspect of fostering productivity among employees. Team building is perceived as the solid way of strengthening bonds and most effective in boosting employees’ morale.
Besides the wildlife, magical Kenya is one country that harbors a lot of team-building venues that are likely to leave your team thrilled. At Snapshot Team Building Consultants, we strive to give our customers the most adventurous team-building and the most unforgettable experiences by handpicking the best venues, hotels, and activities.
Here are some of the best venues you should consider for your next team-building event;
Naivasha
This outdoor team building venue converges with nature and is one of Kenya's best. It is nested amidst serene lakes and breathtaking landscapes, making it a suitable destination for corporate team-building activities. This area is surrounded by great hotels which are well-equipped to favor team activities.
Its strategic location offers a variety of options, such as hiking and the trails to even wildlife safaris which will leave your team thrilled.
It entails many hotels which are within your budget ranging from luxury to budget. Some outstanding luxury hotels include, Lake Naivasha Resort, and Enshapai Resort.
If you opt for mid-luxury hotels or a budget hotel that does not hurt your pockets, Naivasha is still the go-to venue because of hotels like Sweet Lake Hotel, Dove Nest, and Fish Eagle Inn. Outdoor team building activities find a natural home at Naivasha, increasing productivity and sound reinforcement.
Sagana
Sagana is one great team building venue that provides adrenaline-pumping team-building activities. This destination is known for its fast-paced activities, which give a team the best adventure.
It has one of the most engaging activities, such as zip lining, white water rafting, and camping. It is one destination that will help your team conquer fears and stimulate their brains. Because of the challenging experiences, the team is likely to be thrilled and celebrate the achievements of completing their tasks.
The beauty of Sagana will leave your team awed and allow them to bond. Also, the most common accommodation in Sagana is camps where the team can experience wildfire, enhancing the whole experience.
The hotel option is still available in Sagana, and some of the best hotels for accommodation, team building, and dining facilities. Sagana river camp, Sagana Gateway, and Sagana Eco-retreat are some of the best hotels.
Nairobi & Environs
Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, is one vibrant venue to hold corporate team-building activities. With its modern facilities and conferences, many activities can be done. Its activities can enrich the experience of team building. Some of the modern facilities, such as Safari Park Hotel and Casino, provide a serene environment as well as gardens for team-building activities.
The team can embrace problem-solving challenges by visiting Nairobi escape rooms, the Maasai market for cultural bonding, and even Nairobi national park for activities such as tree planting.
Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara is one of the most popular destinations in Kenya, which will reveal the wild side of employees as they interact with the heart of nature and the most thrilling activities. Since Maasai Mara is known for its rich wildlife, this destination provides your team with kill two birds with one stone kind of opportunity as they interact with the myriad and awe-inspiring wildlife in Maasai Mara.
What makes it stand out is that it presents the team with a unique experience of spotting wildlife while completing challenges together. In the wildlife haven, the team can work together, solve riddles, finish challenges, foster communication, experience the bonfire while the team bonds, and tell stories under the sky-lit Kenyan sky. Besides the breathtaking nature, the venue is surrounded by a wide range of accommodations, from grand hotels to lodges which are pocket-friendly and range from luxury to budget. All these strikes a balance between affordability with comfortable rooms and dining activities.
If the team is on a tighter budget, the company can opt for the budget camps, which are comfortable, besides the simpler amenities.
Mombasa/ Diani/ Watamu
If you are looking for a destination that offers a picturesque view, Diani is your best bet. It is the best outdoor team building venue in Kenya to offer your team a paradise of activities as they feel the soft sand beneath their team.
Diani boasts a range of activities such as water sports, beach games, and relaxation as the team bonds. The venue gives your team a gentle sea breeze as they soak under the sun while creating unforgettable memories. The sand provides an excellent platform for various challenges and competitions, such as volleyball and beach relay races. It allows your team to experience various Swahili cuisine and seafood from the fully-equipped hotels.
These hotels cater to various preferences and budgets, and some of the best hotels for team-building activities include Baobab Beach Resort, Diani Reef Beach Resort and Spa, and the Sands at Nomad.
Tsavo National Park
This is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Kenya and presents companies with an opportunity for team building and safari drives.
The venue has a wide range of bio-diversity and outdoor team-building activities in the wonders of the park. It has an incredible landscape allowing the team to experience nature and get into the spirit of adventure.
Located on the south coast, Tsavo National Park is the best gateway because of its activities, such as identifying animal track challenges, wildlife tracking, and various problem-solving activities. Tsavo National Park has various accommodation options ranging from camps to hotels which depend on the company's budget.
These facilities are fully equipped with accommodation, dining, and team building. Some of the best hotels, depending on the company's budget, include Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge, Kilanguni Lodge and Ashnil Aruba Lodge.