Giraffe CentreAbout Giraffe Centre
The Giraffe Centre is a conservation and education facility located in the Lang’ata area on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya. It focuses on protecting and promoting awareness of the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe through captive breeding, education and visitor engagement.
Main visitor activities include close-up giraffe feeding from an elevated platform, guided talks about giraffe biology and conservation, and short nature walks on site. The centre operates as both a public education venue and a conservation project with live animals on display for learning purposes.
Founded by conservationists and run by a Kenyan conservation organization, the centre has been a long-running local initiative to conserve Rothschild’s giraffes and involve the public in species protection and habitat awareness. It combines breeding work with visitor-focused education programs.
The centre sits in Lang’ata on Nairobi’s southwestern outskirts, a short drive from the city centre and adjacent to other conservation and wildlife attractions in the area.
- Conservation focus: Established as a conservation and education centre for Rothschild’s giraffes, offering close-viewing and feeding sessions from dedicated platforms.
What to See#
- Feeding platform: An elevated feeding platform that allows close-up interactions with giraffes for educational presentations and visitor photo opportunities.
- Nature trail: Short nature trails and a small indigenous plant area used for guided walks and environmental education about local habitats.
Nearby Attractions to Giraffe Centre
Best Time to Visit Giraffe Centre
Dry season (June-October, January-February) for the clearest, most comfortable visits and active giraffes.
Weather & Climate near Giraffe Centre
Giraffe Centre's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 12°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (950 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 13° - 26° | 20° | 58 mm | some cloud | 63% | 3.4 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.1h |
| February | Excellent | 14° - 28° | 21° | 48 mm | some cloud | 59% | 3.2 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 12.1h |
| March | Excellent | 14° - 27° | 21° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 63% | 3.4 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 217 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| May | Good | 15° - 24° | 19° | 178 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| June | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 35 mm | overcast | 70% | 2.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.9h |
| July | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| August | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 17° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 63% | 2.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.0h |
| September | Excellent | 12° - 25° | 18° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 2.9 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 3.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| November | Very Good | 14° - 25° | 20° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.6 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.1h |
| December | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 19° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.2 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.1h |
How to Get to Giraffe Centre
From Nairobi’s city centre, take Lang’ata Road toward Karen and follow signs to the Giraffe Centre (approx. 30-45 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis and ride-shares are common; some tour operators include the centre on half-day Nairobi circuits.
Tips for Visiting Giraffe Centre
- Get there early (9:00-11:00am) to avoid the mid-day crowds and to feed the giraffes when they are most active.
- Bring a long-sleeve shirt or light jacket-the elevated platform can be breezy.
- Buy giraffe food at the centre rather than bringing outside feed; the centre measures rations to protect the animals.