The best months to visit Giraffe Centre are Jun – Oct, Jan – Feb. Dry seasons, pleasant weather.
Quick facts
Currency KES (Kenyan Shilling) USD accepted at the centre
Language English / Swahili Staff speak excellent English
Timezone EAT (UTC+3) No DST
Best Months Jun – Oct, Jan – Feb Dry seasons, pleasant weather
Daily Budget ~$30–80 USD Entry fee plus Nairobi costs
Visa eTA required $30 USD, apply online before travel
When to go
Hand-feed endangered Rothschild's giraffes at Nairobi's famous conservation centre, then explore the elephant orphanage, Karen Blixen's farmhouse, and safari right inside the city.
Getting Around in Giraffe Centre
- Uber and Bolt are safe, cheap, and widely available. The best way to get around Nairobi
- The Lang'ata/Karen area (Giraffe Centre, Sheldrick, Karen Blixen) is 30 minutes from the city centre by car
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 20km from the city centre, and Uber costs KES 1,000–2,000
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Giraffe Centre travel guide.
Timezone: EAT (UTC+3) (No DST)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Giraffe Centre?
The best months to visit Giraffe Centre are Jun – Oct, Jan – Feb (Dry seasons, pleasant weather), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Giraffe Centre budget breakdown.
