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Nairobi Safari Walk House Rules Pleaseobserve these rules while visiting this special facility. For Your Own Safety Don not throw anything at the animals or birds. Ifyou do, they'll hide or run away from you. Do not shout, yell or tease the animals Stay on the paths. They're to keep you and the animals safe from each other Do not feed the animals; they require aspecial diet. Animals also become aggressive if they get used to being fed by people. PLEASE ••• See,hearand readasmuch aspossible and Enjoythe beauty & fun of the Nairobi Safari Walk. And PleaseDONOT Litter or drop rubbish on the ground. Usethe rubbish bins provided Smoke.Thisisasmoke- free environment Drink Alcoholic beverages or usedrugs. This is prohibited. Intoxicated visitors will beaskedto leave HOW TO GET THERE ByRoad; Follow Uhuru Highway in the direction of Jomo Kenyatta international Airport. Turn right at Nyayo national stadium and proceed along Langata road (past Wilson Airport) until you seesigns for the Nairobi safari walk main entrance on your left. Open: Daily 9a.m to 5.30 p.m. including public holidays. Current entry dlarges: Obtainable via KWSHOTel:(Nairobi) +254(20)6000800, 6002345. Email: [email protected] The Warden: Tel:(Nairobi) +254(20)6002345, 6004594· Fax:+254(20)6002345 Note: Proof of residency or citizenship is required for local entry fee rates. I 08 S A WALK KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE PARKS AND RESERVES • ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK. AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK. ARABUKO SOKOKE NATIONAL RESERVE. • CENTRAL & SOUTHERN ISLAND NATIONAL PARK. CHYULU HILLS NATIONAL PARK • • HELLS GATE NATIONAL PARK. KAKAMECA FOREST NATIONAL RESERVE. KISITE MpUNCUTI MARINE PARK. • KISUMU IMPALA SANCTUARY. KIUNCA NATIONAL MARINE RESERVE. KORA NATIONAL PARK. • LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK. MALINDI MARINE NATIONAL PARK. • MARSABIT NATIONAL PARK & RESERVE. MERU NATIONAL PARK. MOMBASA MARINE NATIONAL PARK • • MOMBASA MARINE RESERVE. MOUNT ELCON NATIONAL PARK • • MT. KENYA NATIONAL PARK. MT. LONCONOT NATIONAL PARK. MWEA NATIONAL RESERVE. • NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK. NAIROBI SAFARI WALK & ORPHANACE. NDERE ISLAND NATIONAL PARK. • OL DONYO SABUK NATIONAL PARK. RUMA NATIONAL PARK. SAIWA SWAMP NATIONAL PARK • • SHIMBA HILLS NATIONAL RESERVE. SIBILOI NATIONAL PARK. TANA RIVER PRIMATE RESERVE. • TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK. TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARK. WATAMU MARINE NATIONAL RESERVE. KENYA~ WILDLIFE " SERVICE n Marketing & Business Development P.O.Box40241-00100NairobiKenya. Tel:+254 (020) 6000800,6002345 Fax:+254 (020)6007024 ISDN:+254 (020) 3992000 TelkomWireless: +254 (020) 2379407/8/9, 2379410/1/3/4/5/6 Mobile Numbers: +254 (0) 726610508/9,735663421,736663400 Email:[email protected]· www.kws.go.ke

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Page 1: Nairobi Safari Walk House Rules - Kenya Kenya/tourist... · Nairobi Safari Walk brings most of Kenya to you! Asyou stroll within this secured area, stop to read the informative signs,

Nairobi Safari Walk House RulesPlease observe these rules while visiting this special facility.

For Your Own SafetyDon not throw anything at the animals or birds. If you do, they'll hide or runaway from you.Do not shout, yell or tease the animalsStay on the paths. They're to keep you and the animals safe from each otherDo not feed the animals; they require a special diet. Animals also becomeaggressive if they get used to being fed by people.

PLEASE •••See, hear and read as much as possible andEnjoy the beauty & fun of the Nairobi Safari Walk.

And Please DONOTLitter or drop rubbish on the ground. Usethe rubbish bins providedSmoke. This is a smoke- free environmentDrink Alcoholic beverages or use drugs. This is prohibited. Intoxicated visitorswill be asked to leave

HOW TO GET THEREByRoad;Follow Uhuru Highway in the direction of Jomo Kenyatta international Airport.Turn right at Nyayo national stadium and proceed along Langata road (pastWilson Airport) until you see signs for the Nairobi safari walk main entrance onyour left.

Open:Daily 9a.m to 5.30 p.m. including public holidays.

Current entry dlarges:Obtainable via KWSHOTel:(Nairobi) +254(20)6000800, 6002345.Email: [email protected]

The Warden:Tel: (Nairobi) +254(20)6002345, 6004594· Fax:+254(20)6002345Note: Proof of residency or citizenship is required for local entry fee rates.

I 08 S AWALK

KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE PARKS AND RESERVES• ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK. AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK. ARABUKO SOKOKE NATIONAL RESERVE.

• CENTRAL & SOUTHERN ISLAND NATIONAL PARK. CHYULU HILLS NATIONAL PARK •

• HELLS GATE NATIONAL PARK. KAKAMECA FOREST NATIONAL RESERVE. KISITE MpUNCUTI MARINE PARK.

• KISUMU IMPALA SANCTUARY. KIUNCA NATIONAL MARINE RESERVE. KORA NATIONAL PARK.

• LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK. MALINDI MARINE NATIONAL PARK.

• MARSABIT NATIONAL PARK & RESERVE. MERU NATIONAL PARK. MOMBASA MARINE NATIONAL PARK •

• MOMBASA MARINE RESERVE. MOUNT ELCON NATIONAL PARK •

• MT. KENYA NATIONAL PARK. MT. LONCONOT NATIONAL PARK. MWEA NATIONAL RESERVE.

• NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK. NAIROBI SAFARI WALK & ORPHANACE. NDERE ISLAND NATIONAL PARK.

• OL DONYO SABUK NATIONAL PARK. RUMA NATIONAL PARK. SAIWA SWAMP NATIONAL PARK •

• SHIMBA HILLS NATIONAL RESERVE. SIBILOI NATIONAL PARK. TANA RIVER PRIMATE RESERVE.

• TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK. TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARK. WATAMU MARINE NATIONAL RESERVE.

KENYA~WILDLIFE "

SERVICE nMarketing & Business DevelopmentP.O.Box40241 - 00100 Nairobi Kenya.

Tel:+254 (020) 6000800, 6002345 Fax:+254 (020) 6007024ISDN:+254 (020) 3992000

TelkomWireless:+254 (020) 2379407/8/9, 2379410/1/3/4/5/6

Mobile Numbers:+254 (0) 726610508/9,735663421,736663400Email: [email protected]· www.kws.go.ke

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THE CLOSESTYOU CAN GET TO THE WILD

OriginRemember Sebastian the acrobatic chimp and the enormous Bengal tigers theonly ones in Africa, back in the animal orphanage? Now imagine a freshvariety, in their natural environment viewed from a rooftop level ... QuiteBreathtaking! That is Safari walk at the moment. Awalk transformed,modernized traversing 27 exotic acres into Nairobi National Park from itsestablishment in 1997.

WHAT TO SEENairobi Safari Walk brings most of Kenya to you!Asyou stroll within this secured area, stop to read the informative signs,observe and understand the exhibited and free ranging wildlife species. Lookout for birds, mammals, butterflies, incredible insects and over 150 species ofindigenous Kenyan plants. From the boardwalk, gaze into Nairobi NationalPark and leave with the visions and sounds of this special preserve of naturenestled in your heart. Kenya has over 6 ecosystems. At the Safari Walk visitorscross over wetlands, traverse the Savannah and follow the trail to forestedwoodlands.

Wetlands: habitats where rivers, lakes and oceans meet.Wetlands play an integral role in the water and carbon cycles required for allforms of life as they support incredible numbers of flora and fauna. In Safari Walkyou will encounter 2 sly crocodiles and pygmy hippos in their natural habitats.

Savannah: Vast Grassland areas which cover 70% of Kenya.Home to over 91% of our national parks, reserves, andwildlife.Savannahs serve as wildlife dispersal areas and as migratory corridors fornational parks. In this habitat you will observe lions, cheetahs, an extremely shyleopard, a rhino, buffalo, a wide range of herbivores, a rare albino zebra, crazyColobus Monkeys and the cunning hyenas. Also discover the new story of theOryx within this mysterious maze.

Forests: Severely threatened wooded habitats urgentlyrequired for all life!Forests comprise less than 2% of Kenya's land today, covering about 1.4 millionhectares. The natural tunnellike structures is divinely peaceful as well as safe. Afresh breeze with accompanied by music from birds with various insects. This isjust an unforgettable experience for city residents who want to be away fromeveryday pollution and exhausting rush.

Nairobi Safari Walk Specials •..Hide 'n' see! Viewing blinds get you doser.Through out the Safari Walk, don't miss your chance to come face-to-face withsome of our amazing wildlife. Viewing blinds have been built to take youup-close and fully protected. Don't make loud noises or scare the animals.Get closer to:

Lion (Large carnivore cat; severely threatened and yet so arnazing!)- Youwouldn't want to get close to this one!Rhino (a severely endangered pre-historic species) - Enter a Real translocationcrate and emerge to view their holding penCheetah (Critically Endangered, fastest animal on earth) - Maybe your lastchance to see one this close!Leopard (Skillful predator and critically threatened) - From this viewing blind,you're often eye-to-eye.Crocodile - they may look drowsy, but they are not! The safe distance is goodfor the both of you.

Special spotsChildren's Museum: Touch a cheetah cub, watch ants build, discover moreabout wildlife. Psst! It's not for children only, adults allowed.Weather Station: Where does our rain come from? Find out right here!Inter-act! Puzzles and games for you right at the entranceThe Cheetah Stretch: Eight meters of power in one leap, Yep.That's a cheetahleap.Human Vs. Wildlife: Are Humans and Wildlife that different? Flip the paddlesand find out!Spoor Trails: Learn how to differentiate Animal tracks making you an expert intracking. However, you have to identify exactly which hoof belongs to whichanimal to be an expert tracker.Classroom: Set within the facility is a great meeting hall. Contact the NSWmanagement to arrange for very special briefing or event.Plant Nursery: Developed to promote plant conservation and ecologicalfriendly farming techniques, the nursery demonstrates non- consumptivemethods of utilizing forest resources and propagation of indigenous plants. Theyare available for distribution to schools and other conservation areas.Time Capsule: In 2000, the Time Capsule was erected by the International Fundfor Animal Welfare (IFAW).Buried beneath the stone is a glass capsule containingmessages from many people in Kenya about what they hope to improve foranimals in 50 years. One day ...Family Friendly Hotshots: Families can have a great time and not worry aboutnewborns and toddlers. There is a clean changing room as well as bathroomfacilities for all religions.Even the blind can see •••There are speakers explaining what goes around as well as the museum helpingthem touch and vividly imagine how each animal looks like. Wheelchairs accessis available for the physically handicapped.

Pre-arranged functions will be advertised. For Private functions, contact theabove.