Museum Hill, Nairobi
Nairobi National Museum
Kenya's history, cultures, art and natural history under one roof, set in leafy gardens on Museum Hill.
Lang'ata, Nairobi
Giraffe Centre
Meet Rothschild's giraffes eye to eye from a raised feeding platform, then walk the nature trail.
About Giraffe Centre
The Giraffe Centre is run by the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (AFEW) Kenya. It began in the late 1970s as a breeding programme to protect the Rothschild's giraffe, and today it is one of Nairobi's best-loved stops for families and first-time visitors.
From a raised wooden platform you come face to face with the giraffes at feeding time. The centre also runs conservation education for Kenyan schoolchildren, so your visit supports that work.
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What to see and do
Feed the giraffes
Staff hand out pellets so you can feed the giraffes from the platform, at their eye level.
Learn about conservation
Short talks and displays explain the giraffes' story and the centre's breeding and education work.
Nature trail
A sanctuary across the road has a forest walking trail, when open. Ask us about current access.
Great with children
An easy, short visit that works well for all ages, including on arrival or departure day.
Good to know
- Entry is paid at the gate. Fees and opening hours are set by the centre and can change, so check before you go.
- Mornings are often quieter than early afternoons and weekends.
- Please follow the keepers' instructions when feeding the giraffes.
Suggested itinerary ideas
- Karen half-dayCombine with other Karen and Lang'ata sights for an easy half day.
- Bomas of KenyaAdd a cultural afternoon at Bomas, a short drive away in Lang'ata.
Arrange transport to Giraffe Centre
A private vehicle from your hotel or home, with a return pickup if you like. Entry fees, meals and activities are paid separately unless your quote says otherwise.
- Private vehicle for your party
- Return pickup on request
- No payment taken online
Prefer to talk? WhatsApp us or call +254 728 080 444.
More places to visit
Lang'ata, Nairobi
Bomas of Kenya
Traditional homesteads from communities across Kenya, and music and dance performances in a grand auditorium.
Lang'ata / Karen, Nairobi
Mamba Village
A relaxed recreation spot with a crocodile park, gardens and space for families to unwind.
Make a day of it
Combine several places with a driver-guide, or add them to a safari. Tell us your plan and we'll suggest a route.