Giraffe Encounters: A Magical 2-Day Nairobi Safari Experience with Kenya’s Most Iconic Gentle Giants

Overview

Giraffe Manor is a unique boutique hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, set on 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of indigenous forest.

Made famous by its resident herd of endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, the manor allows guests to interact closely with these magnificent creatures, who often peek through windows and join guests during breakfast.

Built in the 1930s with Scottish hunting lodge architecture, the property is now a luxury accommodation and conservation center, managed by The Safari Collection.

Guests can feed, photograph, and have intimate encounters with giraffes right from their room or during meals, making it one of the most Instagram-worthy and extraordinary hotels in the world. The manor also supports giraffe conservation efforts through the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife.

Highlights

Breakfast with Giraffes
Interact directly with Rothschild's giraffes
Feed them from your breakfast table
Photograph up-close encounters
Learn about Rothschild's giraffe preservation
Understand endangered species protection
Evening Wildlife Interactions
Educational wildlife encounter

FAQs

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How close can I get to the giraffes?

Giraffes freely roam the property, often joining guests during breakfast, peeking through windows, and allowing direct interaction and feeding experiences.

What type of giraffes live at the manor?

Endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, a rare subspecies with distinctive coat patterns, inhabit the sanctuary and interact with guests.

Is the experience suitable for children?

Yes, children are welcome. The manor offers supervised, safe wildlife interactions and educational conservation experiences.

How far is Giraffe Manor from Nairobi?

Located just 20 kilometers from Nairobi city center, easily accessible with a 30-minute drive from the international airport.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.

It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.