Giraffe Centre Nairobi

Moving to Nairobi was initially a breath of fresh air! I was staying with another Kenyan family, Grace, her husband John and their two children; 4 year old Roy who is a terror :) and 1 year old Maggie who is extremely cute! There were also between 5 and 8 other volunteers staying there during the two weeks I was there. We had a hot shower, running …

Today we went to Kaizora an hour later than usual since it was a Saturday morning. We were planning to be there with some staff members from 9-12 to put together a sample binder. We got so into everything we were doing that we ended up staying until 3. Pooja is very happy with the sample binder and the new organization that will be put in place for …

Our final stop on this overland tour through 7 countries. Kenya hasn't changed much since I was last here 2 years ago, except that I see more malls and more people. Felicia and I stay at the Southern Sun Mayfair while the rest of the group camp on the outskirts of town. As a travel agent I was able to get a great deal at the hotel, so I couldn't …

As yesterday was so quiet at the centre, we decided to use the opportunity to go into town and visit the giraffe sanctuary. We had a lecture from the family on how dangerous Nairobi was before we were allowed to go, hoping not to get mugged! We got the matatu to Karen where the giraffe sanctuary was located - are really posh suburb of Nairobi named …

Thursday I arrived In Nairobi, it instantly felt like I was home. I hung around at the airport for 2 hours until mum's flight arrived, only her plane was an hour late and then she took another hour getting off, so after a long day hanging around the airport we finally got to our accommodation; Upper Hill Campsite and Backpackers. It's so great to …

Friday 16th december and we headed out for lunch at an Indian Restaurant chain called Chowpaty. If you can imagine trying to co-ordinate about 20 people to meet up at the same time and place, you may be able to picture the chaos that can ensue! Suffice to say, the plans were changed without telling us, so when we gaily got into the car and …

In Nairobi, we went to the David Sheldrick elephant orphanage which was good. We thought it was called the Daphne Sheldrick elephant orphanage? So we were a bit confused but it didn’t matter. It took us an hour to get there as the traffic was sooo bad because of road works. It was interesting to hear …

We arrived in Nairobi where we stayed for a couple of days in order for our guide and driver to restock and clean our truck. This gave us an opportunity to explore Nairobi and go shopping for supplies. A few of us hired a driver for the day who took us to see elephants and giraffes. First we went to the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and saw a lot of …

... After having a bad fish and chips at the Java House cafe, met Anne at her hair saloon. She took me to the Langatta Giraffe Center where we fed these animals of pure grace. They didn't enjoy being stroked like horses and there were signs warning us of ...

... 's length away. However, a week later we were able to actually feed a hungry giraffe named Daisy at the Langata Giraffe Center outside Nairobi. These were only teasers to our best wildlife viewing day in the Masai Mara, a 15,000-square-kilometer ...

Our one goal for sightseeing in Nairobi was the Langata Giraffe Center.  So, technically, it's not even in Nairobi.  We wandered (purposefully) for a few blocks before finding a bus going our way.  It was actually quite simple, simpler ...

I still hadn't completed all my annual pilgrimages in Nairobi. First stop - Giraffe Centre. En route dropped in on a Matt Bronze art gallery. The prices were so shocking, I had to document! Somebody, justify these prices to me! Second stop - which has ...

... Out of Africa" which became famous by a film of the same name.   We also had a chance to visit the Giraffe Center where I kissed a giraffe!   It was fun but I don't know what got into me.  The Center was established in order to ...

... money.   I tried to push aside these thoughts and smile as Patrick drove the short distance to the Giraffe Center. The center was opened to increase the population of the endangered Rothschild giraffe and to educate the public on the importance ...

... fed a wonderful breakfast with fresh fruit, yogurt and eggs and once again boarded the lorry, this time headed for the giraffe center. The center was very interesting, and we learned all about giraffes, as well as fed and even kissed them.  ...

... to pick us up at 9am.  His services cost ~105$ per day and it's a great rate for Nairobi.  First he takes us to the Giraffe Centre.  20 minutes is enough to enjoy the place, but it's unforgettable!  Rotschild giraffes are so ...

... a bit of Kenya other than the UN compound, and Kibera. First, I should mention briefly that the first weekend of COP I went to a giraffe centre and to a cultural centre where we saw traditional villages, dancing and music. I got to kiss a giraffe and ...

hüt sin mir is giraffe center g'fahre. de usflug het sich g'lohnt die viicher sind g'si wie bi üs ...