Nairobi Park Giraffe Center Beads Center And Karen Blixen Museum

From $295 10 hours MURINGA KENYA TOURS AND SAFARIS Kenya, Nairobi Pickup available Free until 1 day before

Why we love it?

The Nairobi Park Giraffe Center Beads Center and Karen Blixen Museum tour offers a full-day exploration of some of Nairobi's most iconic attractions. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with the endangered Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Center, learn about local bead-making traditions at the Beads Center, and delve into the life and works of renowned author Karen Blixen at her former home. This tour is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, culture seekers, and those interested in Kenya's rich literary history. Its distinctive blend of wildlife interaction, craft appreciation, and literary heritage provides a comprehensive glimpse into the diverse experiences Nairobi has to offer.

Inclusions

  • Park entrance fees
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

  • Lunch (available for purchase)

Itinerary

Step 1

Starts with pick up from hotel or airport proceed to Nairobi National Park. Being the only protected wildlife area in the world within a city, this park offers one the opportunity to see at least four of the big five which include Lions, Rhinos(both black & white), Buffalos, and the elusive rare Leopard. If you have limited stay in Nairobi , lay over or as well on a vacation to Nairobi, then this park is strategic to have a taste of what Kenya has to offer. Land at the airport , lay over, have your safari to the park, chances of sporting free-roaming animals in the savanna.Get to visit the historic ivory & rhino horn burning site located inside the park

Step 2

You will then be driven to the Giraffe centre where you will learn more about the conversation efforts to conserve an endangered species of giraffe known as the Rothschild Giraffe. The Giraffe Centre is the creation of the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (A.F.E.W. Kenya), a Kenyan non-profit organisation. Their main purpose is to educate Kenyan school children and youth on their country’s wildlife and environment, as well as give local and international visitors an opportunity with the world’s tallest species, the giraffe

Step 3

You will then be driven to the Kobe Tough Beads and Leather. This is a pottery company that makes one of the world most beautiful beads. You will be shown all the stages from the start to the finish. It’s also a unique factory as it employs single mother parents from the poor neighborhood who earn a living to support their families. It's a women empowerment center for the community. The center was started by women who formerly worked for Kazuri beads factory when it shut down during the pandemic. This was reprieve for them as they could continue to provide for their families. You then have the option of being driven to lunch ( own expense)

Step 4

You will then be driven to the old colonial house of Danish author, Karen Blixen. Now a museum, this property and the surrounding Ngong Hills were made famous in the book and then the movie ‘Out of Africa’. It is a must see for all Danes and lovers of African history and romance. After such a colorful day we will drop you to your hotel or airport to catch your flight

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • The remaining hours are for transport to activity and back to your hotel
  • We also pick from Private Apartments and Airbnb

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infants must sit on laps

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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