Karen Blixen, Giraffe Centre and Daphne Shedrick

$170.00

Visit a giraffe breeding and conservation program and learn about one  of the rarest breeds, the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. Stroll  through the former home of Karen Blixen, the illustrious author of the  prominent novel Out of Africa, used in the filming of the Oscar-winning  movie.

Begin your half-day tour with a trip to the Giraffe Center in  Nairobi. Admire the valuable work the non-profit organization is  attempting to stabilize the rare Rothschild’s giraffe population. Learn  how over 50 of the striking creatures have been released into the wild,  and see the young calves currently residing in the 120-acre (49 ha)  site.

Continue to the Karen Blixen Museum, former home of the Danish  novelist and author of Out of Africa. The building still houses many of  the original furnishings and some newer pieces donated by the makers of  the celebrated film. The museum adds further context to the movie,  providing a fascinating glimpse into East African colonial life in the  dying years of the British Empire.

Product details

This includes a visit to the famous Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Center and Daphne Shed-rick

Karen Blixen

– Its located 10km from the city center at the foot of Ngong hills Come and have a memorable experience at the museum

Here  we have guided tours where you will find a museum shop which offers  handicrafts, posters and postcards, the movie out of Africa, books and  other Kenyan souvenirs.

Giraffe Centre

It was established in  order to protect the endangered species of Rothschild giraffe, that is  found only in the grassland of East Africa. The main attraction for  visitors is feeding giraffes from a raised observation platform.

Daphne Shed rick Elephant Orphanage-

I  t was started to protect and rescue elephants. David Shed rick wildlife  trust is located within the Nairobi National Park and the sanctuary  cares for orphaned baby Elephants, tame black and white, Rhinos-calves  and adults. come see, feed and make friends with the elephants. Its an  experience that you never want to miss and one that you will never  forget.

KAZURI BEAD FACTORY & POTTERY CENTRE

The Kazuri  Bead factory and Pottery Centre is a good stop for those interested in  local crafts. The ceramic beads, pottery and leather goods are all  handmade by disadvantaged women. “Kazuri” means “small and beautiful” in  Swahili and was named by the founder when she started the company with  just two Kenyan employees in 1975. The factory now employs more than 300  women, all working hard but with great joy. You can get a tour of the  factory and watch the beads and pots get fired and glazed, it takes  about an hour in total. In the weekends the factory/workshop may be  closed, but the shop is still open, so you can purchase souvenirs. The  Bead Factory is a popular stop en route to, or from, the Karen Blixen  museum, and other sites in the Karen neighbourhood. Opening hours:  Monday – Saturday 8.30am – 6 pm, and Sundays from 9 am – 4 pm.

HIGHLIGHTS

•    Kenya’s wildlife & natural history within Nairobi

•    Insight into Out of Africa—a famous novel by Karen Blixen

•    Sets & scenery used in the distinguished motion picture

•    Effective breeding & conservation center for giraffes

•    Wonderful opportunity to safely interact with the creatures

INCLUSIONS

•    Admission fees

•    Roundtrip transportation to and from your central Nairobi hotel

•    Live tour commentary provided in English