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Giraffe Manor
Karen, Nairobi
4.9
1,234 member reviewsAn intimate 1930s manor in Karen where Rothschild giraffes peer through the windows at breakfast — Africa's most whimsical hotel experience.
The Experience
- Resident Rothschild giraffes
- Intimate boutique manor
- Unique wildlife breakfast
Amenities
RestaurantBarGardensGiraffes at Breakfast
Location
Nearest airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
~12 kmapprox. 15 min transfer
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Best time to visit
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Peak months: Jan–Feb and Jun–Sep.
Jun–Oct dry season for the migration; Jan–Feb is also excellent.
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Typical seasonal rates
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Illustrative — based on typical seasonal demand, not a live rate calendar.
Getting around
Ride-hailing: Uber · Bolt
Uber/Bolt in Nairobi; light aircraft transfers to the safari camps.
They drive on the left — look right first when crossing.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
10% + safari staff tips
Restaurants: 10% if not included.
Hotels: KSh 100–200 for porters.
Taxis: Round up.
Good to know
- ·On safari, budget a daily tip for guides and camp staff.
- ·Ask before photographing people, especially in villages.
- ·Greetings are warm and unhurried — take the time.
Power & connectivity
Gplug
230V · 50Hz
Safaricom's M-Pesa network reaches most lodges; buy a data SIM on arrival.
Currency
Kenyan Shilling (KES · KSh)
Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.
Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.
Health & safety
Drink bottled or purified water
- ·Malaria prophylaxis is advised — ask a travel clinic.
- ·A yellow-fever certificate may be required on arrival.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Travel footprint
Flying from
1,055kg CO₂e · round trip
≈ 3,563 km each way · what 50 trees absorb in a year.
Arrange a verified offsetEstimate only — economy class, including high-altitude effects.
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