"Eye-to-Eye with Rare Rothschild Giraffes and Inside the Legendary ‘Out of Africa’ Colonial Homestead in Leafy Karen"
Safari Overview
Designed for guests connecting through Nairobi or embarking on an upcountry wildlife tour, this day excursion showcases the capital’s most celebrated wildlife sanctuary and historical landmarks. Stand on an elevated wooden platform at the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (AFEW) Giraffe Centre to hand-feed gentle Rothschild giraffes. Step back into the 1920s at the historic farmhouse of Danish author Karen Blixen, framed by the majestic Ngong Hills. Complete your day with a visit to the Kazuri Women’s Bead Workshop and an open-air garden lunch in the historic Karen suburb.
Key Excursion Highlights
Hand-Feeding Giraffes at Giraffe Centre
Interact with and feed endangered Rothschild giraffes from an elevated observation platform.
Karen Blixen Museum (‘Out of Africa’)
Tour the preserved 1912 Danish colonial farmhouse, original antique furniture, and coffee estate grounds.
Kazuri Handmade Ceramic Beads Workshop
See single mothers hand-craft and paint colourful ceramic jewellery and pottery.
Ngong Hills Views & Lush Garden Terraces
Unwind in Nairobi’s tranquil Karen neighborhood surrounded by indigenous trees and birds.
Garden Dining at Tamambo Karen Blixen
Enjoy a gourmet lunch under jacaranda trees in the historic gardens.
🦒 Upcountry Sanctuary Safari: Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum & Kazuri Beads Odyssey - Circuit Route Map
Detailed Timed Itinerary
Step-by-step expedition timeline from hotel pickup to evening drop-off.
Pick-Up from Nairobi Hotel / Airport
Meet your Southern Grevy Tours safari guide at your Nairobi hotel or Wilson/JKIA airport in a private safari cruiser.
AFEW Giraffe Centre Encounter
Spend an inspiring morning learning about giraffe conservation and hand-feeding them from the raised wooden walkways.
Karen Blixen Museum Guided Tour
Walk through the rooms where Karen Blixen lived and wrote, viewing her original library, kitchen, and agricultural equipment.
Garden Terrace Lunch in Karen
Enjoy an à la carte lunch at Tamambo Karen Blixen Coffee Garden surrounded by mature tropical grounds.
Kazuri Handmade Beads & Pottery Tour
Take a guided factory tour of the Kazuri bead workshop to see the clay moulding, firing, and hand-painting process.
Kobos Artisan Market or Utamaduni Crafts
Shop for premium Kenyan curios, handwoven baskets, and carved sculptures.
Drop-Off at Hotel / Airport Departure
Arrive back at your hotel or transfer directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight.
What’s Included
- ✔️ Round-trip transportation in private modern safari vehicle with professional driver-guide
- ✔️ AFEW Giraffe Centre conservation entry fees and giraffe feeding pellets
- ✔️ National Museums of Kenya Karen Blixen Museum entry and resident guide fees
- ✔️ Guided factory tour of Kazuri Beads workshop
- ✔️ Delicious sit-down garden lunch in Karen
- ✔️ Unlimited chilled bottled mineral water in the vehicle
- ✔️ All parking fees and fuel
What’s Not Included
- ❌ Alcoholic drinks and specialty sodas during lunch
- ❌ Discretionary gratuities for driver-guide and museum docents
- ❌ Personal souvenir and jewelry purchases
Ready for the Nairobi Upcountry?
Book your private transfer and entry passes with Southern Grevy Tours Limited. Direct hotel pickup in Diani, Mombasa, or Nairobi included.