The morning is yours to spend at leisure. Our guide will meet us at this afternoon for an exploration of some of the city's most famous attractions. We start our day with a visit to Karen Blixen Museum, once the centerpiece of a farm owned by Danish Author Karen Blixen. The farmhouse gained international fame with the release of the movie ‘Out of Africa’ based on Karen’s autobiography. Enjoy lunch at the nearby Tamambo Karen Blixen restaurant, situated within a lovely garden.
Next, we head to Kazuri Beads Factory, which specializes in handmade jewelry, as well as pottery that reflects the culture and wildlife of Kenya. Their mission is to provide and sustain employment opportunities for disadvantaged members of the Kenyan Society. They employ over 400 women, mostly single mothers, producing over 5 million beads a year!
Finally, we close out our day with a visit to Giraffe Centre, where you come face to face with some of the region's most endangered giraffes. Established in 1983 as part of a long-serving conservation project to protect the East African Rothschild giraffe, this nonprofit organization provides educational programs for the young people of Kenya. Entrance fees help support the cause, and you'll get to meet, feed, and even touch these towering creatures from a raised observation platform.
After returning to the hotel, you are free to spend the evening at leisure.
Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel - standard twin room (B,L)