Experience the Journey!!

We are dedicated to curating unforgettable signature experiences, allowing you to discover the magic behind every aspect of our heritage. We invite you to join our journey and witness how we are working to transform the industry through inspiration and connection, one experience at a time.

The History

Family owned & operated

Karunguru Coffee is more than just a brand; it’s a living legacy passed down through four generations of farmers. Our story is woven into the very land we tend, a heritage born from a deep, abiding passion for creating exceptional coffee and signature experiences.

While coffee was introduced to Kenya in 1893, our story on this very land began in 1928, when the first coffee trees were planted here by a family from New Zealand. In 1974, our grandfather and family patriarch, Hon Geoffrey Kariithi Karekia and our Matriarch Mrs. Mary Wangeci Kariithi, took over the farm, expanding it and cementing farming as an integral part of our family’s identity.

Where we Started

In 1928 its original owners the Glassfords founded the farm now named Karunguru and the cultivating of coffee began. Later on Geoffrey Karekia Kariithi purchased the home in Juja that was on a 300-acre farm. In order for the legacy of his father to live on he called the farm Karunguru after his father. Little did he know that this small 300-acre farm would grow into a coffee producing branded company of now about 500 acres that markets the fertility of our Kenyan soil and the quality of our coffee.

The very first variety of coffee grown on the farm was SL 28, and while significant portion of the farm contains the same SL variety, we have also introduced Ruiru 11 variety and most recently, Batians variety which we have witnessed has an increase in production per coffee tree while maintaining the quality of our coffee. The soil, partnered with good climatic conditions ensures that all our coffee receives the right amount of nutrients. Our Coffee is handpicked, and then taken through wet processing and sun drying which is very closely monitored and controlled on the farm.

Our Vision

Curate unforgettable Signature Experiences!

Our Mission

The Land's Story, Your Signature Journey!

  1. At Karunguru, our mission is to curate and deliver signature experiences that elevate the entire journey—from the land to the moment of enjoyment.
  2. We are dedicated to unlocking the rich heritage, flavor, and story of our properties—be they dedicated to coffee, fresh produce, or other agricultural pursuits—and translating that into unforgettable agri-tourism tours and high-quality products.
  3. Through innovation, unwavering quality, and a commitment to holistic sustainability, we aim to create a lasting, positive ripple effect. This commitment not only enriches the lives of our team and the communities we operate in but also provides our guests and customers with authentic, educational, and deeply connecting experiences.
  4. Our passion extends beyond any single crop or location; it is in our core to transform the lives of everyone we touch and enrich the world with exceptional moments that foster sustainable growth, promote environmental stewardship across all our land, and provide inspiration and delight worldwide.
  5. Join us on our quest to transform the simple agricultural visit into a source of inspiration, connection, and joy, from our land, to your table and beyond.
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The coffee We grow

Karunguru Coffee is set to be a leading quality-oriented single-origin specialty roaster that prides itself on paying attention to every detail of coffees journey, from seeking out the finest coffees from its finest plantations around the Central coffee regions to milling the coffee, roasting the beans, grinding and packaging them.

Once picked, our coffee is wet processed at the Karunguru farm factory where it is taken through parchment processing to sort out the coffee to ensure and control and monitor the standard of coffee produced on the farm. The coffee is then dried under the tropical sun to retain its natural taste, aroma and uniqueness.

What Our Clients Have To Say

From the vibrant red cherries to the roasting process, every detail was presented with incredible clarity and warmth. This visit transformed our understanding of coffee, moving it from a simple beverage to the story of a family’s legacy and tireless work.”

Emelia Hewitt

CEO | AlK Networks

“Our guide’s expertise shone through as they detailed the entire lifecycle of the bean, culminating in a hands-on roasting demonstration. The final tasting was a revelation, allowing us to savor the very notes we had just learned about in the fields.”

Vikram Kline

Ceo | Marketplace lLC.

“The highlight was connecting the day’s lessons to the transformative moment of roasting, where the green beans developed their character. The structured tasting session was the perfect finale, giving us the vocabulary and confidence to appreciate our brew on a entirely new level.”

Leyla Grey

COo | Valuite