Giraffe Centre Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Giraffe Centre in 2024?

Admission to the Giraffe Centre is KES 1,500 (around US$11.60) for non-resident adults and KES 750 (around US$6) for non-resident children ages three to 12. Resident adults (including citizens and residents of East Africa Community countries) pay KES 400 (US$3), while admission for resident children is KES 200 (US$1.55). Kids two and under visit free.

Q: How do I get to the Giraffe Centre?

The Giraffe Centre is situated on the outskirts of Nairobi, around a 40-minute drive southwest of the city center, traffic permitting. Matatu (minibus) route number 24 stops nearby if you’re looking for a budget-friendly alternative to a taxi. Tours that include transportation are another great option, and many also visit the Elephant Orphanage.

Q: What activities can be done at the Giraffe Centre?

Giraffe feeding is the main activity at the Giraffe Centre. After washing your hands, simply head up to the feeding platform, where the center’s Rothschild giraffes will be waiting for you to feed them giraffe kibble. There’s also a small educational room with interpretive panels and regular presentations.

Q: What facilities are available at the Giraffe Centre?

Along with restrooms and additional hand-washing stations, the Giraffe Centre offers a small cafe and a gift shop. As expected, the gift shop stocks giraffe-themed gifts ranging from plush toys to Christmas tree ornaments. The cafe’s offerings are basic, with light snacks, soft drinks, and coffee available for purchase.

Q: What is the best time of day to visit the Giraffe Centre?

The best time of day to visit the Giraffe Centre is in the morning, during the first couple of hours that the attraction is open, or in the late afternoon, just before closing. Weekdays around lunchtime and weekends are typically the busiest times, and Fridays are popular with school groups.

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The Giraffe Centre has also become world-famous as a Nature Conservation Education Centre, educating thousands of Kenyan school children every year. Get a chance to learn through our skilled guides about the lifestyle of a Rothschild Giraffe , their behavior, how they survive as well as habitat preferences of this animals. Later you may have a chance to visit Kobe Beads factory and meet with the locals. The mothers are committed to what they are doing in making of those beads. Have a chance to buy souvenirs. Embark with memories.

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Half day tour to Elephant orphanage and Giraffe Centre Nairobi

Mary_H, Jul 2026

This was a wonderful...

This was a wonderful hands on experience with the giraffes and up close and personal with the orphan elephants. We also enjoyed the bead factory, they do incredible work. Calvin was very informative and found a great restaurant for lunch. Overall a great experience.

Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre Tour

Kelvin_A, Apr 2026

Unbelievable experience

Such a great experience we managed to get to the giraffe centre before it got busy and fed the giraffes without fighting for them. The elephant orphanage was also great we got so close to the elephants, getting to touch them and take selfies next to them.

Karen Blixen Museum & Giraffe Centre Half day tour

hushedar_m, Jul 2026

The giraffe center is a...

The giraffe center is a must do. Karen Blinken museum is a must do if you are a huge Karen Blinken admirer. Our guide Paul is great!!!

Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre Tour

Marie_K, Jun 2026

Awesome experience

Excellent visit! We were able to touch the elephants and watch them interact. It was also great to know the show times are limited so the sanctuary focuses on the elephants

Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour

Maria_G, Jun 2026

Kelvin was wonderful!!

Kelvin was an amazing tour guide. He knew how to find so many animals, and really knew Nairobi National Park very well. He was on time, and kept in touch via WhatsApp as to his ETA. His vehicle was also very new, and the seats were comfortable. He also had cold water available for us, and blankets on board. We were able to pay all of the Park fees with our credit cards, so you do not have to carry so much cash with you. Also, when we went to the Sheldrick animal orphanage, he walked us in and got us situated at a good spot for an amazing view of the baby elephants. So many other Tour guides just dropped their people off at the front gate and left them on their own. Thanks Kelvin! Kelvin hooked us up with a private tour at the giraffe center. We were able to feed the giraffes and learn so much about them. Shout out to SHALI as a wonderful guide at the giraffe center. Also, Kelvin was so knowledgeable about all the animals we saw, including little tidbits about each one as we went along. Amazing knowledge, friendly demeanor, and excellent at finding animals. Definitely five stars, we would go again.

Karen Blixen Museum & Giraffe Centre Half day tour

Sarah_W, Jan 2026

Fantastic tour to the Giraffe Center and the Karen Blixen museum

Loved our guide, James. Very informative and set us up with great tours and experiences at the Giraffe Center and the Karen Blixen Museum. Also, made a side trip to the Bead factory. While driving, gave us a lot of insight about the different areas. Highly recommend this experience and hope you get James as your guide!

Giraffe Centre

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Know before you go

Kid-friendly staff and presentations make this a great choice for families with children.
Bird lovers won’t want to miss the .9-mile (1.5-kilometer) nature trail, which is home to dozens of bird species.
Tickets must be paid for with credit or debit cards—no cash is accepted.
Children 12 and under, as well as students, pay a discounted rate, so bring valid identification to save on entry.

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