
Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi
Traveler rating
3.7/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi worth booking?
Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi is a 3-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $40 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (3)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $40 per person
The center’s facilities are very well maintained and consist of a raised feeding platform (a tall one for tall giraffes!), where visitors can come face to face with the giraffes
What you get
- pick up from any Nairobi Hotel/Apartment/Airport
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Driver Guide
- Drop off to any Nairobi Hotel/Apartment/Airport
About this experience
The center’s facilities are very well maintained and consist of a raised feeding platform (a tall one for tall giraffes!), where visitors can come face to face with the giraffes
What's included
Included
- pick up from any Nairobi Hotel/Apartment/Airport
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Driver Guide
- Drop off to any Nairobi Hotel/Apartment/Airport
Not included
- Gratuities
- Admission fees $15
What you'll see and do
Giraffe Centre
You will be picked up from your Nairobi Hotel./Airport .and Proceed to Giraffe Center,It is Situated in Karen, merely 16 kilometers from Nairobi’s Central Business District, you will find an animal lovers’ paradise: the Giraffe Center. The project was created in 1979 to protect the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe subspecies and to promote its conservation through education. This place turned out to be one of our favorite attractions in Nairobi, because people get the opportunity of getting as close as possible to some giraffes,Feeding them with supervision of the staff their.
Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Nairobi
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- City Sightseeing Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect low key arrival day activity while getting an acclimated to Kenya after long flights.
This is a low impact activity. My guide Peter also took me to visit Kobe bead works. Which I enjoyed the lady’s are very pleasant. At the Giraffe Center Peter was willing to pose for a picture with me and the Giraffe. He had one of the center staff take the picture and he stayed and shared additional information about the animals at the Giraffe center.
via Viator
Book a taxi instead. Not worth the money
Not worth the money. It’s a lot cheaper to book it yourself and go by taxi. You had to pay the entrance on top of that. They only accept credit card no cash . Luckily I took my card.
Response from the operator: Dear Darrel, Thank you for your review,sorry for the inconvenience cost,however we only charged you Transport as stated before booking and you were supposed to pay for your own entrance ticket to the Giraffe Centre. We provided you with good service. We will keep it up in our next future client. If we didn't give you car service then you would request for a refund but on this case we gave a car and it waited for you till you are done with the Giraffe Centre. Your refund is null and void sorry.
via Viator
Giraffe Center
We went to the Giraffe center and had a great time feeding them. Afterwards had an amazing fish lunch. Definitely recommended!
Response from the operator: Thanks Casey, it was great having you at city Sightseeing Tours. Hope you had a great time and we hope to see you soon. Many thanks for choosing us.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $60
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.
How much does Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nairobi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nairobi is not rushed.
Is Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Nairobi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nairobi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nairobi and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Half Day Giraffe Center Nairobi start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nairobi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nairobi?
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On Outty we rank every Nairobi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep, 1 Day trip to Hells Gate and optional Lake Naivasha From Nairobi, Nairobi Masai village Day Tour Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nairobi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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