Bomas of Kenya: Our most recommended tours and activities

Nairobi: National Park & Elephant Orphanage Guided Day Tour

1. Nairobi: National Park & Elephant Orphanage Guided Day Tour

On this day the driver/guide picks the guests from the hotel as early as 5.45a.m in order to avoid possible traffic and increase the chances of capturing action in the park.The game drive will run for about four and a half hours.This time is spent in search of the wild animals in this beautiful park.The animals here include the big four and other lesser animals. Mind you this is not a zoo but real wild.The drive here is in a tourist vehicle which has an open close type roof that allows the guests to have a better view of animals and also take great photos.All this time our guests are in the company of an experienced driver/guide. At around 10.15a.m the guests will exit the park and proceed to David Sheldrieks elephant orphanage.This attraction is open daily for one hour, 11a.m to 12 noon.The experience here is amazing.The guests will get up close to the baby elephants and watch them as they drink their milky formulae and as they take mud baths to cool their bodies.During this time there is a narrator who describes each and every baby elephant and where it was rescued.It is sensational! Thereafter the guests are transferred to giraffe centre which is fifteen minutes away.The experience here is incredible.Ever thought of being less than one foot away from the tallest creatures on earth? Go experience it! It is now around 1.pm and the guests will break for lunch at a great spot of their choice or the driver/guide will share his opinion. The day ends with a visit to the famous Bomas of Kenya."Boma" is a swahili word which means homestead and so Boma with an "s" is plural for many homesteads.In Kenya we have a total of 42 tribes and it is in this place where a few tribes,not all are represented through dances in their different regalias.The entertainment here is overwhelming! After a long and enjoyable day the guests are dropped to their respective hotels/residences.

Nairobi National Park, Elephants, Giraffes & Bomas Day Trip

2. Nairobi National Park, Elephants, Giraffes & Bomas Day Trip

After a brief introduction, proceed to Nairobi National Park for an early morning game drive. See more than 100 different species of animals including lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, rhinos, zebras, gazelles, elands, wildebeests, hyenas and so many more. Next, visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. Since its inception, the orphanage has hand-reared more than 150 baby elephants that were orphaned in the wild, often due to poaching. The orphanage helps to reintegrate these gorgeous creatures into the wilds of Tsavo National Park in the east of the country. Learn more about this fascinating venture and see the baby elephants being fed by their keepers. Proceed to the Giraffe Center. The center has been ostensibly set up as a breeding center for the endangered Rothschild giraffe, but now operates conservation/education programs for Kenyan school children. Meet the resident giraffes face-to-face before heading to an enclosed homestead, the Bomas, each one Bomas represents one of Kenya's major ethnic groups. Sit back and enjoy traditional songs and dances showcased by different ethnic groups.

Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage and Bomas of Kenya Tour

3. Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage and Bomas of Kenya Tour

Giraffe Centre :- The tour starts by pick up at your Nairobi Hotel or home 8AM. You will then be driven to the Giraffe centre where you will learn more about the conversation efforts to conserve an endangered species. The center's main purpose is to protect and help with the breeding of the endangered Rothschild Giraffe. Under the supervision of a professional, you can feed the giraffes from a raised observation platform. These platforms allow the visitors to come eye-to-eye with the giraffes. The center also has a large auditorium where visitors can listen to talks about Giraffe conservation and a various activities the center is involved in. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust :- The second stop is the Elephant Orphaned Trust; it is strictly open between 11 am and 12 noon. Here you will be able to see rescued baby and teenage elephants and learn their unique stories of how they got there, how they got their names and what plans are there to release them. Daphne Sheldrick, as part of the David Sheldrick Conservation Foundation, rehabilitates baby elephants and other wildlife here at her home just outside of Nairobi National Park. These babies have lost their mothers to poaching, death, injuries, on getting lost in the wild or other tragedies .(NB : To pay Kenya Wildlife Service(KWS) Park Entrance Fees USD43 per person via Card through eCitizen at the park Gate) Kobe/Kazuri Beads Factory :- You will then be driven to the Kazuri Beads factory. This is a pottery company that makes one of the world most beautiful beads. You will be shown all the stages from the start to the finish. Bomas of Kenya :- You will be taken out for lunch (own expense) at Bomas of Kenya or Tamambo or similar restaurant then enter auditorium for cultural dances The tribal cultural shows happens every day from 2:30pm to 4pm and display tribal talent in music, dance, theatre/drama, fashion show, poetry/recitals and comedies. If you are interested in Kenyan culture or just want an afternoon of African entertainment, this is a day trip not to be missed!

From Nairobi: Bomas of Kenya Cultural Dance Tour and Show

4. From Nairobi: Bomas of Kenya Cultural Dance Tour and Show

Your tour starts by pick you from your Nairobi Hotel or accommodation at 1pm. Here you will experience the rich culture of Kenya’s 42 different ethnic groups as they live on their day-to-day basis. This is clearly demonstrated through traditional dances, music, song, and folklore. There is a splendid arena where acrobatic shows are performed. The Bomas of Kenya put on displays of traditional dancers and spread over many acres, it also has a wonderful display of mud huts and traditional Kenyan homesteads. The Bomas of Kenya is the ideal place to bring energetic children as they can freely run in and out of the traditional houses & mud huts, climb up ladders and generally have a wonderfully active time. These traditional houses are set out in clusters according to the region. The homes are grouped with the first wife's hut, second wife's hut, granary etc and you can see where the livestock are kept and the enormous variety between the huts. Bomas of Kenya was initiated in 1971 after Kenya's independence (1964) and it is run by the Kenyan Government and aims to promote Kenya's rich cultural heritage. In addition to the main attractions (the dancers and the traditional homesteads), there is also a large, wooden play area for young children, a small, low-key village of craft shops and other attractions.

Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe & Bomas of Kenya Day Tour

5. Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe & Bomas of Kenya Day Tour

On this all-inclusive guided tour of Nairobi wildlife, it's as easy as possible to experience and enjoy Kenya’s famous animals, without leaving the city. an expert guide takes you directly to the elephant orphanage, giraffe center to learn about elephants & giraffes from trained staff working to conserve and protect these animals in the wild. Start-off by exploring the giraffe center. home to the highly endangered Rothschild’s giraffe, get to enjoy by observing & handfeeding from a raised wooden structure, which is quite an experience. you may also spot warthogs snuffling about in the mud, and there’s an interesting self-guided forest walk through the adjacent Gogo River Bird Sanctuary. learn the work done by African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (AFEW), since 1979 when there were no more than 120 Rothschild’s giraffes in the wild. our accredited guide will then take you to the elephant orphanage. enjoy this guided session with experienced guides & keepers from this sanctuary which takes place between 11 am to 12 noon daily, learning the efforts made by this sanctuary in elephant conservation in Kenya. nonetheless, get to enjoy the view of these baby elephants, & make great memories as you engage in photography. during this visit you also get to witness them having their bottle of milk as they relax & play engaging in sandbathes & a cool of mud bath in the heat of the day. you also have an opportunity to adopt & sponsor any of the orphaned baby elephants of your choice during this visit. Our next stop at will, will be to explore Kobe beads women factory. this is a pottery company that makes one of the world most beautiful beads. experience all the stages from the start to the finish of the bead making process. it’s a special factory as it employs single mother parents from the poor neighborhood who earn a living to support their families. It's a women empowerment center for the community. you then have the option of being driven to lunch, to explore Kenyan local foods at a local restaurant. After a delicious African meal, we will proceed to our second and final phase of our cultural tour. Experience the rich cultural heritage of Kenya. Enjoy the rich culture from 53 ethnic communities in Kenya through traditional folklore dances. Understand the culture and traditions through an informative session as we explore & visit the different homesteads to see for yourself the actual real of our people. The center mainly preserves, maintains and promotes the rich diverse cultural values of all ethnic communities. Daily performances include a selection of 15 traditional dances of different ethnic communities & one of the most impressive performances is the Samburu & Maasai warriors. After this great experience of culture and wildlife you will be dropped off at your original point of departure.

Live cultural performances Bomas of Kenya Afternoon Tour.

6. Live cultural performances Bomas of Kenya Afternoon Tour.

Full description Enjoy this afternoon tour discovering traditional Kenyan culture. Pickup from hotels within Nairobi is included and you will be driven to the Bomas of Kenya. The Bomas of Kenya is a must-visit place for all visitors to the country. Situated 10km from Nairobi's city center, Langata. The Bomas of Kenya lets you discover the wonderful diversity of cultures that make up this fascinating country such us Arab-influenced Swahili taarab music, Kalenjin warrior dance and Embu drumming and many more. At Bomas different aspects of Kenyan culture are displayed including living styles, crafts, music, and dancing. The word Bomas was derived from a Swahili word for enclosed homestead and there are now many different Bomas, each one representing one of Kenya's major ethnic groups. Do not miss the most exciting traditional dances and acrobatic shows, which start at 2.30pm to 4.00pm during weekdays and 3.30pm to 5.15pm during weekends and public holidays.

Nairobi:Sheldrick Animal orphanage and Giraffes Centre Tour.

7. Nairobi:Sheldrick Animal orphanage and Giraffes Centre Tour.

Full Tour Description. These two of Nairobi's top attractions give you the best experience within a few hours. get to know how these orphans are rescued and natured before they are released back into the wild. Enjoy feeding the giraffes and being close to them which will make your day. You will be picked up at 9;30 am then pass through the city line with the history of the city then arrive at the David Sheldrick wildlife trust at 10;20 am. With your reservations ready-made, you will enter to the sanctuary, and in a few minutes, the guiding will start at 11 am. The guide from the sanctuary will explain each and every elephant, where he was rescued from, the cause of the mother's death, and more history behind each of them. This last only for 1 hour till noon. After 12 noon, you will get back to the car and then head to Giraffe Center which is only 15 minutes from the elephant orphanage. Explore this sanctuary for endangered species of giraffes called the Roth child. Here, you will learn the difference between the 3 different species and learn why this species was going to extinct. Enjoy the feeding under the guidelines of the guides from the sanctuary for 1hour. After having a good experience from the sanctuary, will be now a good time to break for lunch before being dropped back to your place of stay with lifetime memories. Tour Highlights. ✓Sheldrick animal ophanage. ✓Giraffes Centre.

Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Center, Orpanage & Bomas Trip

8. Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Center, Orpanage & Bomas Trip

Proceed to Nairobi National Park for an early morning wildlife drive after a brief introduction. See over 100 different animal species, such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, rhinos, zebras, gazelles, elands, wildebeests, hyenas, and many more. Then, pay a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. Since its beginnings, the orphanage has raised over 150 baby elephants who were orphaned in the wild, typically due to poaching. The orphanage aids in reintroducing these magnificent creatures into the wilds of Tsavo National Park in Kenya's east. Learn more about this intriguing project and watch how their carers feed the baby elephants. Continue to the Giraffe Center. The institution was ostensibly established as a breeding facility for the endangered Rothschild giraffe, but it also runs conservation and teaching programs for Kenyan schoolchildren. Meet the local giraffes before proceeding to an enclosed homestead, the Bomas, each presenting one of Kenya's major ethnic groups. Relax and enjoy traditional songs and dances performed by various ethnic groups at Bomas.

Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage and Bomas Tour

9. Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage and Bomas Tour

Pack your visit to Nairobi with knowledge and hard-to-come-across experiences, thanks to this tour and its several stops. Get in direct touch with nature and Kenyan culture along your different sites. After being picked up at your hotel in Nairobi, you will visit the Giraffe Center where you have the opportunity to feed Rothschild giraffes, one of the most endangered species. You can interact with them and learn about the center's experience rescuing their current inhabitants. Your next stop with be the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where you'll visit rescued young elephants. Watching them feed is only part of the fun, as you can see them interact with each other. (NB : To pay Kenya Wildlife Service(KWS) Park Entrance Fees USD43 per person via Card through eCitizen at the park Gate) Afterward, learn how pottery and jewelry are made in the Kazuri Bead Factory, where the stages of producing one of Kenya's most recognizable goods. And to close your in-depth tour of nature and culture near Nairobi, you will visit a show of local music and dance at the Bomas of Kenya.

From Nairobi: Karen Blixen, Giraffe Centre and Baby Elephant

10. From Nairobi: Karen Blixen, Giraffe Centre and Baby Elephant

Begin your adventure at the Giraffe Centre, a place where you can get up close and personal with graceful giraffes. Experience the thrill of feeding these majestic creatures and even share a kiss, all while contributing to their conservation. Learn about the incredible work being done to protect these endangered species. Elephant Orphanage: Continue your journey at the Elephant Orphanage, run by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Here, you'll meet and interact with adorable baby elephants that have been rescued and are being rehabilitated. Witness the feeding and bathing of these gentle giants and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges they face in the wild. Your visit supports their conservation and reintegration efforts. Karen Blixen Museum: Conclude your day at the Karen Blixen Museum, the former home of the renowned Danish author made famous by her book "Out of Africa." Explore the beautifully preserved colonial-era farmhouse and gardens, as well as learn about the life and times of Karen Blixen. This visit offers a glimpse into the history and culture of the region. This comprehensive tour package blends wildlife conservation, cultural heritage, and the allure of Kenya into a single, unforgettable experience. It's an opportunity to make lasting memories while contributing to the protection of these incredible creatures and the preservation of the region's rich history.

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