Productivity in any workplace is heavily dependent on the cohesiveness of employees. Teamwork goes a long way in increasing functionality.
With this in mind, companies are increasing team-building activities in their plan to strengthen the bond between colleagues.
Tension at work is common, and these activities go a long way in reducing the tension and also breaking the monotony.
Nairobi is home to various places where these team building activities can be undertaken, ranging from outdoor activities like paintballing, racing and hikes to indoor activities like board games, charades and trivia. Below is a list of the most common areas to stop by.
1. Lukenya Getaway
Located off Mombasa Road and at the foot of Lukenya Hills, this facility is the go-to area for the most thrilling outdoor activities that are sure to bring you and your colleagues together.
The facility has an exciting Motocross where you can engage in quad bike races against a rival team for Ksh. 5000 an hour and Ksh 2500 for half an hour.
Afterwards, go on a guided group hike, which will enhance the communication skills amongst you.
Spacious fields are available to engage in games like tug of war and relay races that will foster teamwork.
2. Karura Forest
Nothing screams group activities like a day spent at Karura, giving you the perfect way of bonding with your coworkers.
Scavenger hunting is a good way to not only bring people together, but also sharpen your problem-solving skills. You can form groups and try looking for a specific item together.
Go on a group nature trail in the expansive forest, and you can make stops in between to catch up.
With the spacious fields, engage in activities like paintballing or bike races. The serene environment is ideal for therapeutic conversations to enhance communication, as well as games like trivia and charades.
3. BTL International Centre
Located in Ruiru, the BTL International Centre is home to the most captivating gardens, and a top team-building area in Nairobi.
The facility is perfect for group outdoor activities; so tag your team along for some bonding activities.
Trainers and facilitators are available to guide you through games and group sports like tug of war, sack races, relay races and scavenger hunting.
Picnicking is a great way to bring people together, and what better place to do this other than these alluring gardens?
Teams are allowed to bring their own play equipment like balls to further spice up the experience.
4. The Waterfront
Situated at the heart of Karen, the Waterfront is an intimate area that is ideal for indoor team-building activities.
Start off at the bowling alley and play an unlimited number of games against a rival team; quite a good way to build trust amongst colleagues.
A gaming lounge is available where you can engage your coworkers in board games like chess, monopoly and Scrabble.
Trivia games are also available, giving you the perfect opportunity to sharpen your thinking skills with your team.
The facility is also well known for its Paintball Fury, a good way to build team effort.
5. Ngong Hills
These lush rolling hills located in the Ngong area are another ideal site for outdoor team-building activities.
The area is very calm and tranquil, exactly what you need to foster good relations among your colleagues.
A group hike or a nature trail across the hills would do justice in encouraging team effort.
Archery is a popular game at the site, and you could choose to play it against a rival team.
Engage in bike races, and use the spacious fields for sports such as tug of war, sack racing, relays and even football.
6. Safari Park Hotel
This executive facility is well known for its detailed team-building packages, catering to different corporate setups.
The facilitators for activities are well-equipped, and will take you through detailed training to sharpen skills like problem-solving.
For outdoor activities, games can be played on the expansive premises, which are also ideal for sit-down conversations to enhance communication.
7. Karen Village
For limitless fun with your colleagues, while enhancing team relations, this is your go-to place.
The highlight of your visit should be the escape room, where you’re locked into a room with puzzles, for an hour, and you have to find clues to get out.
This is not only entertaining, but also enhances problem-solving skills since you have to work together to solve the puzzles.
They have spacious fields that are ideal for outdoor games like football. A basketball court is also available.
Facilitators to guide you through exercises like scavenger hunting and human knotting are also present.
