Giraffe Center, Sculpture Park, & Maasai Market Tour
Kenya
Deal
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Discover Nairobi's wildlife, art, and traditions on a guided tour. Visit the Giraffe Center, explore the KISAC Sculpture Park, and shop at the Maasai Market.
Highlights
- Get up close to endangered Rothschild’s giraffes at the Giraffe Center
- Explore the KISAC Sculpture Park and see monumental stone carvings
- Discover the Maasai Market and learn about traditional Maasai beadwork
- Learn about the cultural symbolism and creative processes of Kenyan art
- Enjoy a personalized tour with a native Kenyan guide and bottled water
Description
Begin your adventure at the world-famous Giraffe Centre. Step onto a raised observation platform to come face-to-face with the magnificent, endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. Under local guidance, have the unique opportunity to feed these gentle giants hand-to-hand, capture stunning close-up photographs, and learn about the successful community-led conservation efforts that saved this species from extinction. Next, take a short, scenic transition to the hidden gem of Gogo Falls Road: the KISAC Sculpture Park (Kitengela Glass & Soapstone Art Center). Walking through this breathtaking outdoor gallery feels like stepping into a surrealist African fairytale. Marvel at monumental stone carvings, intricate mosaic pathways, and stunning soapstone sculptures created by master local artisans. Your native guide will share the deep stories, cultural symbolism, and creative processes behind these monumental works of Kenyan art. Conclude your experience by diving into the energetic and colorful atmosphere of the Maasai Market. Navigating this bustling marketplace can be overwhelming for visitors, but with a local by your side, you will explore it with total confidence. Your guide will introduce you to trusted local artisans, explain the cultural meanings behind traditional Maasai beadwork, and teach you the local art of polite Swahili bargaining. Whether you are looking for authentic wood carvings, colorful shuka fabrics, or handmade jewelry, you will shop safely and ethically while ensuring your support directly benefits the community families.Includes
Native Kenyan Guide (Lewis Mutugi) Personalized escort through all three locations Local Swahili language and bargaining crash course Bottled water during the tourExcludes
Entrance Fees for the Giraffe Centre (Must be paid at the gate via credit card or M-Pesa) Admission fees to KISAC Sculpture Park Private transport/Uber fees between your hotel and the meeting point Souvenir shopping moneyImportant Information
- Entrance fees are not included and must be paid at the gate. The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Credit card or M-Pesa is required for entrance fees.