Karen Blixen, Kobe Beads, Giraffe Center & Bomas Day Tour

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ID: GYG553253-951739
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Country: Kenya

Duration: 1 days


Description

Experience great tour, History of Karen blixen, Visit Kobe beads center meet Kenyan women at work in a bead factory , personal with Rothschild giraffes in Giraffe Center &Bomas of kenya enjoy dance.
Giraffe Center
Start your tour with pick up at your Nairobi Hotel 8:30am.Start off to the Giraffe Center, headquarters for the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife made famous by ‘Daisy Rothschild. It is quite an experience being eye to eye with a giraffe – you can get a real sense of the size of these gentle giants.There is also an education centre with lots of information about the breeding and conservation of the rarest of Kenya’s three giraffe species. Learn their behaviors, traits and more conservation education as you get up close and personal on a raised observation platform.

Kobe Bead Factory
The next stop visit Kobe Bead Factory. This is a pottery company that makes one of the world most beautiful beads. You will be shown all the stages from the start to the finish. It’s also a unique factory as it employs single mother parents from the poor neighborhood who earn a living to support their families. This pottery, ceramic and bead factory employs all single mothers to make its beautiful gifts and souvenirs – which are now exported all around the world. There is a gift shop which stocks some of their wares. Please note that the workshop is closed Saturday afternoon and all day Sunday, however the gift shop is open 7 days.

Karen Blixen
You will then be driven to the old colonial house of Danish author, Karen Blixen. Now a museum, this property and the surrounding Ngong Hills were made famous in the book and then the movie ‘Out of Africa’. It is a must see for all Danes and lovers of African history and romance.

Bomas of Kenya
You will be taken to Bomas of Kenya then enter auditorium for cultural dances The tribal cultural shows happens every day from 2:30pm to 4pm and display tribal talent in music, dance, theatre/drama, fashion show, poetry/recitals and comedies. If you are interested in Kenyan culture or just want an afternoon of African entertainment, then back to the hotel. this is a day trip not to be missed!

Highlights

  • Discover Kenya’s wildlife, crafts, and culture on Nairobi tour
  • Exploring the Nature
  • Watch a traditional African performance at Bomas of Kenya

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.