Nairobi Tour: Giraffe Center, Kobe Beads & Karen Blixen Museum
Nairobi Tour: Giraffe Center, Kobe Beads & Karen Blixen Museum
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Nairobi Tour: Giraffe Centre, Kobe Beads & Karen Blixen Museum
Experience the best of Nairobi on this full-day tour! Start at the Giraffe Centre, where you can get up close with these gentle giants, feed them by hand, and learn about their conservation.
Next, visit Kobe Beads, a vibrant artisan workshop where you’ll craft stunning ceramic jewelry. Discover traditional Maasai beadwork, create your own beaded watch bands, belts, and collars, and enjoy a warm welcome through a traditional song by local artisans—an engaging way to connect with Kenya’s rich culture.
Finally, explore the Karen Blixen Museum, the historic home of the Out of Africa author. Tour the house, see the coffee cultivation machinery, visit the Danish-style kitchen, and admire the 100-year-old tree, now home to tree hyraxes.
This tour blends wildlife, culture, creativity, and history, offering unforgettable experiences and memories to treasure forever.
Itinerary
Giraffe Centre
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedYour tour begins with a 9:30 a.m. pick-up by our professional driver/guide. Enjoy a scenic drive through Nairobi as you make your way to the Giraffe Centre, just 30 minutes away. At the centre, explore and learn fascinating facts about these gentle giants. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to feed the giraffes with guidance from our knowledgeable staff.KOBE TOUGH beads & leather
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAfter your unforgettable visit to the Giraffe Centre, your adventure continues at Kobe Beads, a place where creativity meets culture. Dive into the art of ceramic bead jewelry-making, crafting everything from necklaces and earrings to bracelets—and even world-first watch bands compatible with Apple Watches! Explore the rich tradition of Maasai beadwork, designing your own beaded watch bands, belts, and collars under the guidance of skilled local artisans. As you create, be enchanted by a traditional Maasai welcome song, performed by local women who open their hearts and culture to you. Take the chance to make a friend for life, creating memories and connections that will stay with you long after your Kenyan adventure ends. This is more than a visit—it’s a hands-on cultural experience you’ll treasure forever.Karen Blixen Museum
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedDiscover the fascinating history of Karen Blixen, the renowned author of Out of Africa, at her historic Nairobi home. Explore the beautifully preserved house and see the impressive machinery once used to grow and cultivate coffee. Step into the Danish kitchen, built separately from the main house, reflecting the style of traditional African kitchens. Along the way, admire a majestic 100-year-old tree planted by Karen herself, now home to tree hyraxes—a living reminder of the estate’s rich history. This visit offers a unique glimpse into both colonial and local heritage, making for an unforgettable cultural experience.
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