Karen Blixen and Giraffe Centre Safari.

Combining a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum and the Giraffe Centre is one of the most popular and rewarding half-day safaris you can do from Nairobi. They are located very close to each other in the Karen suburb, making it a perfectly logical and efficient itinerary.

Overview of the safari.

This tour offers a unique blend of colonial history, literature, and intimate wildlife interaction. It’s perfect for those with limited time in Nairobi who want to experience Kenya’s culture and nature without travelling far from the city.

• The Giraffe Centre
• The Giraffe Centre is one of Nairobi’s most popular and unique attractions, offering an unforgettable opportunity to get up close and personal with the endangered Rothschild giraffe.
• The experience;
• Feed the Giraffes- Purchase a handful of special pellets, which are provided by the Centre at a fee, and offer them to the giraffes. They use their long, dexterous, and soft tongues to take the food from your hand.
• The Giraffe Kiss- If you hold a pellet between your lips, a curious giraffe might lean in and take it with its tongue.
• Learn and Educate- Take time to read the informative displays about giraffe conservation, the different species of giraffes, and the threats they face.
• Nature Walk- Explore the short, well-maintained nature trail through the adjacent Gogo River Sanctuary, a small forested area. You might spot warthogs, dik-diks, and numerous bird species.
• Visit the Warthogs- It’s common to see warthogs roaming the grounds, often kneeling to graze on the grass.
• Karen Blixen Museum
• The Karen Blixen Museum is one of the unique attractions nestled in the serene suburb of Karen, Nairobi.

The experience;

• Guided Tour- A Knowledgeable guide will take you through the beautifully preserved rooms, which contain original furniture, photographs, and personal artifacts belonging to Karen Blixen.
• Step Back in Time- You will see the coffee plantation equipment and enjoy stunning views of the Ngong Hills.
• Film Connection- For fans of the movie, it’s a thrill to see the setting where many scenes were filmed.

Itinerary (Half-Day Tour).

The tour can be done in the morning or the afternoon.

• 8:30/9:00 AM (or 1:00 PM)-Pick-up from your hotel in Nairobi.
• 9:30 AM (or 1:30 PM)-Visit the Giraffe Centre. (It’s often better to go there first as the giraffes are most active in the cooler morning hours, and it can get crowded later).
• 11:00 AM (3:00 PM)-Drive to the Karen Blixen Museum.
• 12:30 PM (or 4:30 PM)-Departure and drop-off back at your hotel.