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Full Day Nairobi City Excursion | Karura Forest, Coffee Tour & Giraffe Centre

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  • Morning: Karura Forest & Fairview Estate Coffee Tour

    Your day begins with a refreshing walk through Karura Forest (entrance fee: USD $5). This urban sanctuary is a haven of tranquillity, featuring lush indigenous trees, caves, waterfalls, and birdlife. Guests enjoy guided trails that highlight Nairobi’s commitment to conservation and green spaces.

    Next, head to Fairview Estate for a fascinating Coffee Tour (entrance fee: USD $30). Here, you’ll learn about Kenya’s world-renowned coffee production—from bean to cup. The tour includes a walk through the plantation, demonstrations of processing methods, and a tasting session of freshly brewed Kenyan coffee.

  • Midday: Nairobi National Museum

    After the coffee experience, proceed to the Nairobi National Museum (entrance fee: USD $12). This cultural landmark showcases Kenya’s rich heritage through exhibits on archaeology, ethnography, palaeontology, and art. Highlights include the Hall of Kenya, the Birds of East Africa gallery, and displays of early human fossils that trace mankind’s origins.

  • Afternoon: Nairobi City Centre Tour

    • The excursion continues with a Nairobi City Tour, exploring iconic landmarks:
    • Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) – entrance fee: USD $5, with panoramic views from the rooftop helipad.
    • Parliament Buildings – a glimpse into Kenya’s political history.
    • Uhuru Park – a popular leisure spot with symbolic monuments.
    • 1998 Memorial Park – a solemn tribute to the victims of the U.S. Embassy bombing, emphasizing Nairobi’s resilience.

    This segment offers guests a deeper understanding of Nairobi’s modern identity, blending history, governance, and public life.

  • Late Afternoon: Giraffe Centre

    Conclude the day at the Giraffe Centre (entrance fee: USD $15), home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. Visitors enjoy the rare opportunity to feed and interact with these gentle giants from raised platforms. The centre also emphasizes conservation education, making it both fun and meaningful.

  • Evening Return

    As the sun sets, guests are comfortably driven back to their hotel or residence. The day’s journey leaves lasting impressions of Nairobi’s natural beauty, cultural depth, and wildlife encounters—all experienced in one enriching excursion.

Trip Includes & Excludes

  • Professional and knowledgeable driver guide services
  • Transport in a customized mini safari van.
  • Accommodation as per option selected
  • Optional activities, boat ride, and cultural tour experience
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Tipping to safari crews

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Duration 1 Day
Trip Code : TZ-7058
2 – 3 Pax
From $90.00 / Person
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  • No booking fees.
  • Professional local guide.
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