Giraffe Centre (Langata)
Quick Facts
- Location
- Kenya, Nairobi
- Category
- Theme Park
- Duration
- The site recommends a 1.5 to 2 hour visit
- Opening Hours
- Daily 9:00-17:00 · The FAQ gives 9:00 to 17:00 every day, weekends and all public holidays included, and the contact page lists the feeding times as 9 AM to 5 PM. School groups must book through the contact form at least a week ahead and come between 9:00 and 12:00. Weekday crowds peak from 11:00 to 13:00, while weekends and public holidays are busy all day.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Non-resident adults 1,500 Kenyan shillings, noted on the site as about 15 US dollars · Student: Students under 23 with a valid card from a recognised institution pay the child rate · The centre says 90 percent of what it collects from tickets, the gift shop and the tea house funds its conservation work. Payment is taken only by M-Pesa, Visa or Mastercard.
- Address
- Nyumbi Road, off Duma Road, Lang'ata, Nairobi
- Coordinates
- -1.3800, 36.7900
Introduction
The Giraffe Centre sits in Langata on Nairobi's outskirts, a non-profit protecting the endangered Rothschild's giraffe. Raised walkways and a feeding platform bring you eye-to-eye with the giraffes — the gentlest lesson in wildlife and conservation for families. The education centre also features other endangered species; keepers tell the giraffes' story from calf to release.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9:00-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 9:00-17:00 |
| Thursday | 9:00-17:00 |
| Friday | 9:00-17:00 |
| Saturday | 9:00-17:00 |
| Sunday | 9:00-17:00 |
The FAQ gives 9:00 to 17:00 every day, weekends and all public holidays included, and the contact page lists the feeding times as 9 AM to 5 PM. School groups must book through the contact form at least a week ahead and come between 9:00 and 12:00. Weekday crowds peak from 11:00 to 13:00, while weekends and public holidays are busy all day.
Ticket Information
| Adult | Non-resident adults 1,500 Kenyan shillings, noted on the site as about 15 US dollars |
|---|---|
| Student | Students under 23 with a valid card from a recognised institution pay the child rate |
| Senior | Resident adults 400 shillings, with Kenyan or East African Community ID, passport or alien card as proof |
| Child | Non-resident children aged 3 to 12 pay 750 shillings, about 7.5 dollars, and resident children of that age 200 shillings |
| Free Admission | Under 3 years is free, and school groups visit free when booked at least a week in advance |
The centre says 90 percent of what it collects from tickets, the gift shop and the tea house funds its conservation work. Payment is taken only by M-Pesa, Visa or Mastercard.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Giraffe Centre (Langata)?
Monday: 9:00-17:00; Tuesday: 9:00-17:00; Wednesday: 9:00-17:00; Thursday: 9:00-17:00; Friday: 9:00-17:00; Saturday: 9:00-17:00; Sunday: 9:00-17:00; The FAQ gives 9:00 to 17:00 every day, weekends and all public holidays included, and the contact page lists the feeding times as 9 AM to 5 PM. School groups must book through the contact form at least a week ahead and come between 9:00 and 12:00. Weekday crowds peak from 11:00 to 13:00, while weekends and public holidays are busy all day.
How much is the admission for Giraffe Centre (Langata)?
Adult: Non-resident adults 1,500 Kenyan shillings, noted on the site as about 15 US dollars; Student: Students under 23 with a valid card from a recognised institution pay the child rate; Senior: Resident adults 400 shillings, with Kenyan or East African Community ID, passport or alien card as proof; Child: Non-resident children aged 3 to 12 pay 750 shillings, about 7.5 dollars, and resident children of that age 200 shillings; Free Admission: Under 3 years is free, and school groups visit free when booked at least a week in advance; The centre says 90 percent of what it collects from tickets, the gift shop and the tea house funds its conservation work. Payment is taken only by M-Pesa, Visa or Mastercard.
Any practical tips for visiting Giraffe Centre (Langata)?
Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~9:00–17:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
How long should I spend at Giraffe Centre (Langata)?
A typical visit takes The site recommends a 1.5 to 2 hour visit.
