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The Giraffe Centre AFEW

If you have a day or two to sightsee in Nairobi, this is an absolute must! This educational centre allows tourists and school groups to see these lovely long legged creatures up close and personal ...more »

Location: Langata
Type: Places of Interest (Nairobi)
Tel: +254 (0) 20 891658

The Elephant Orphanage

Watching baby elephants feeding and playing at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust's Elephant Orphanage is something not to be missed. The baby elephants trot along with floppy trunks and flappy ears ...more »

Location: Langata
Type: Places of Interest (Nairobi)
Tel: ++254 (0) 20 2301 396

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Watamu Turtle Watch

Located in Watamu, this conservation trust offers a wonderful experience to many visitors; A close encounter with one, or more rescued turtles, who are then released back into the ocean. On an almost ...more »

Location: Watamu
Type: Places of Interest (Watamu)
Tel: +254 (0)42 32118 or 0713 990823

Thompson's Falls, Nyahururu

Thompson's Falls is probably Kenya's most impressive waterfall. It's an easy stopover if you're travelling from the Mount Kenya region on the way to Lake Nakuru, Lake Baringo and Lake Bogoria. ...more »

Location: Aberdares
Type: Family activities
Tel: +254 652 022006

Kitengela Hot Glass Studios and Show Room

The Kitengela Hot Glass studios and showroom makes a great day trip from Nairobi as there is plenty to see and do in this quirky, interesting glassblowing centre. ...more »

Location: Kitengela
Type: Places of Interest (Nairobi)
Tel: +254 20 6751858 /3002408

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Karen Riding School

Karen Riding School is a well resourced and professionally managed riding school based in Marula Lane in Karen. It welcomes complete beginners (1year upwards!) to more experienced competition riders. ...more »

Location: Karen
Type: Sports
Tel: + 254 (0) 732 452713

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Nairobi National Museum

Refurbished in 2009, the museum has an eclectic mix of mainly natural history exhibits together with an small art gallery and various temporary exhibits (often photography. Within the museum ...more »

Location: City Centre
Type: Places of Interest (Nairobi)
Tel: +254 (0)20 3741424

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Whitewater Rafting

This is a fun day out for anyone over the age of about 9 years. The tour departs from Nairobi at around 8am where you drive to a campsite at Sagana (this takes just over 2 hours). ...more »

Location: Tana River
Type: Adventure
Tel: +254 (0)733 835963

Karura Forest

This is a really wonderful place to walk. It’s open woodland with good wide paths all around it and some paths criss-crossing through it to make varied routes all very clearly signposted. ...more »

Location: Muthaiga
Type: Walks and Jogging
Tel: +254 (0) 715-123456 or 0736-123456,

The Jolly Roger Theme Park and Restaurant

This pirate theme park is an amazing place to know about if you have young, energetic children! It is the perfect place for them to run around in, as the 5 acres of enclosed lawns have plenty of ...more »

Location: Langata
Type: Family activities
Tel: +254 (0)710 315796

All Kenya Things to do

Our Local Experts say:

Kenya has lots to offer families, so if you’re not sure what’s available, there’s plenty to choose from. This section provides information on a range of family-friendly activities - so all you need to do is decide what your kids would like to do.

From feeding giraffes to go-karting, rescuing turtles and more, Kenya offers a great range of activities for families of all ages. There are so many great things to do in this tropical paradise, which will keep the whole family entertained. From watersports to cultural visits, take a look at what’s on offer for a family fun holiday here in Kenya.