Feeding a giraffe at the Giraffe Centre
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Nairobi ยท Karen

Giraffe Centre

Eye to eye with Rothschild's giraffes

A raised platform in Karen where you feed endangered Rothschild's giraffes by hand. Started in 1979 as a breeding programme, still running today.

  • Hand feed giraffes from a raised platform
  • Self guided nature walk
  • Education centre
  • Small souvenir shop

Duration

1 hour

Best for

Families, first time visitors.

The details

Visit

Open daily 9am,5pm. Usually 1 hour. We arrange transport from your hotel.

Combine with

Karen Blixen Museum and the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage in the same morning.

FAQ

Giraffe Centre , common questions

Can kids feed them?
Yes, the platform is built for it. Kids love this stop.

Plan this experience

Tell us your dates and we'll come back with a handcrafted itinerary, usually within 24 hours.

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