For the treasure hunter you will find exquisite wood carvings and soap stone sculptures made by the Kamba communities in Machakos and Kitui. of course to get the best bargains you will need to charm them by using some of the local language in your conversation.

This is definitely the place to stock up on the famous locally hand made artefacts such as wood carved curios and woven baskets, made by
this hospitable tribe. Anyone who has travelled to Kenya will undoubtedly have come across the miniature carvings of elephants, antelopes,
lions, reptiles and even necklace pendants. The weaving of baskets is a major industry, practised mostly by women, and is a means of income to support their families.