Karen Blixen Museum & Giraffe Centre: Pioneer Coffee Farming and Giraffe Conservation in Nairobi

Experience the captivating Karen Blixen Museum and Giraffe Centre in Nairobi. Discover the pioneer coffee farming history and conservation efforts for giraffes. Get up close with these majestic animals and explore the stunning nature trail.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Karen Blixen Museum - The Karen Blixen is a home built in 1912, and was the home of the iconic author of ‘Out of Africa’-Karen Blixen. It was opened to the public in 1986 as a museum where visitors get have guided tours of the house features, rooms designed in both the original decor and with props from the 1985 film. See Karen Blixen’s drawings and paintings, a film screening room,a documentary exhibit on her life and work.
  • Giraffe Centre - The Giraffe Center is home to endangered Rothschild giraffes, only found in the semi-arid regions of Africa where trees and bushes are plentiful.This is a very unique place to see and learn about the tallest animal species; The Giraffe.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Souvenirs
  • Food and Drinks
Additional Information

Get captivated by the Karen Blixen museum which is inspired by Karen’s life story who was one of the pioneer coffee farmers in Nairobi. She also inspired the making of the renowned movie ‘Out of Africa’.

The Giraffe Centre is a conservation destination made famous by Daisy Rothschild, a rescued giraffe calf found on the western border of Kenya. Tour the semi-wild center and learn about the life cycle and mating habits of these towering animals, then watch them being fed. You’ll also learn about conservation efforts surrounding the giraffes. Wander the stunning nature trail that winds along the Gogo River, and take a chance at spotting giraffes in the wild, too.

Location
Karen Blixen Museum
Karen Rd, Langata
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bskatbs
Aug 13, 2024
A great day out! - The day trip was fantastic - loved the Giraffe Centre and The Karen Blixen Museum! Would recommend this to anyone and my guide, Paul, was very helpful and knowledgeable.
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Marjorieetiennen
Aug 2, 2024
Great experience at Giraffe Centre - It was a great experience at Giraffe Centre. I fed the giraffe! I am so happy I chose this tour. I came from the Caribbean! A very long way. 100% recommended!
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Kathryn
Jun 28, 2024
Great length and great guide - Paul was a great tour guide. He picked us up at our hotel and showed us lots of points of interest on our way to the giraffe center. The giraffe center and the Karen Blixen Museum were great and the staff there were so knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend this tour to anyone, it was a great length as we had to get to our other hotel later in the afternoon .
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Connector84490
May 6, 2024
Do it! - Excellent tour with a wonderful guide! Just wanted a short easy afternoon out as we were heavily jet lagged. This was perfect 🤩
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901merlek
Mar 18, 2024
Did you know that there are three types of giraffes in Kenya? - Very very informative visit both at the Karen Blixen and the Giraffe center. I learnt a lot. My driver was absolutely amazing! Thanks
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Lucio559
Aug 27, 2023
An experience to do! - Nice tour. Opportunity to feed the giraffes in the Giraffe center. Karen Blixen house is a very interesting place to visit. George was a great guide!
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Russell_h
Jul 20, 2024
Half Day Karen Area. - The tour itself was good and Julius made a good effort to make up for the late start. Better communication needed between tour operator and guests to ensure minimal delays.
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