Borabora: Animal Park Guided and Bush Tour

Giraffes come to lunch here. This three-hour outing from Diani combines a guided animal-park visit with a three-course meal beside giraffes, making it far more personal than a quick wildlife viewing stop. I especially like the close contact with the animals and the included pickup and drop-off. The main consideration is the price, $205 per person, which is a serious spend for a short outing.

You will see much more than giraffes, too. Crocodiles, zebras, tortoises, peacocks, ostriches, buffaloes, wild boars, rabbits, ducks, geese, and guineafowls are all part of the visit. Florence and Tom guide the experience, with Florence praised for attentive care and Tom for giving clear information about the animals.

Key points to know before you book

• Giraffe lunch is the main event: A three-course meal is served in the company of giraffes, with a chance to offer them tender leaves.
• The animal list is wide-ranging: Expect crocodiles, zebras, tortoises, peacocks, ostriches, buffaloes, rabbits, birds, and more.
• Pickup starts in Diani Beach: Transport from your accommodation and the return trip are included.
• Florence and Tom guide the visit: Florence focuses on looking after you, while Tom provides information about the animals.
• The published timing needs checking: The activity is described as three hours, while the park portion is also shown as four hours.
• Bring protection from the sun: Comfortable shoes, a sun hat, and sunscreen are useful for this outdoor visit.

Why this Diani animal park visit is different

Many animal encounters give you a quick look, a photo, and little else. This outing is built around time with the animals, then adds a full meal beside giraffes. That changes the pace. You are not simply passing an enclosure. You have a chance to watch how the giraffes approach, feed them by hand, and take in their size at close range.

The giraffe feeding is the clear emotional high point. You offer tender leaves and feel the giraffe’s soft, velvety lips brush your hand. That small detail matters. It gives you a physical sense of the animal’s gentleness, something a distant sighting cannot provide.

The park also gives you variety. Crocodiles bring a touch of caution, while tortoises, peacocks, rabbits, ducks, and geese offer quieter encounters. Zebras, ostriches, buffaloes, wild boars, and guineafowls add more visual interest. You are likely to spend less time waiting for one particular animal and more time moving from one type of creature to another.

The trade-off is that this is an animal park, not a long safari through open country. If your main goal is wild animals in their natural setting, this outing may not satisfy you as much as a national park safari. If you want close contact, a guide, and a meal built around the experience, it makes more sense.

Leaving Diani Beach at 10:00 AM

Your day begins with pickup from your accommodation in Diani Beach at 10:00 AM. That is a useful arrangement if you do not have a car or do not want to work out local transport. It also keeps the outing simple: you are collected, taken to BoraBora Wildlife Park, and returned to Diani after the visit.

The transport is part of the value calculation. At $205 per person, you are paying for more than park entry. The package includes the ride in both directions, an English-speaking guide, the guided park visit, a three-course lunch, and the giraffe feeding opportunity.

The departure time also makes this easy to fit around a morning at your hotel or a later beach plan, but you should confirm the return time before booking. The activity is advertised as lasting three hours, yet the park itinerary also gives four hours for the guided tour. That is a meaningful difference, especially if you have a flight, another tour, or a fixed dinner reservation.

Meeting crocodiles, zebras, and smaller animals

Once inside the park, you follow your guide through the animal areas. The visit is not limited to one headline species. You get a broad introduction to animals fostered at the park, with the guide explaining what you are seeing along the way.

Crocodiles bring the most obvious sense of caution. You can look closely, but you should follow the guide’s instructions and keep your hands to yourself unless a specific supervised interaction is offered. Feeding animals is not generally allowed, so do not bring food or try to offer snacks to creatures around the park.

The smaller animals help keep the visit varied. Tortoises move at their own patient pace, while peacocks and guineafowls add bright feathers and quick movement. Rabbits, ducks, and geese give the park a gentler, more familiar feel. Wild boars, buffaloes, and ostriches make the animal collection feel broader than a simple petting area.

Zebras are another likely favorite. The close setting lets you notice their markings and body size in a way that can be hard from a vehicle. One detailed account of the visit also described the chance to stroke zebras and hold a small crocodile. Those interactions should be treated as guide-led opportunities, not guarantees for every departure, but they show the personal nature of the park visit.

You should wear comfortable shoes. Even a short guided walk is easier when you are not thinking about sore feet, and outdoor paths can be less forgiving than a hotel walkway. A sun hat and sunscreen are also sensible, since the experience takes place outside.

A three-course lunch beside the giraffes

The meal is not an afterthought. It is one of the reasons this tour costs more than a basic animal-park visit. You receive a three-course lunch while giraffes come close, creating a memorable setting for the meal.

The giraffes are tall, calm, and surprisingly delicate when they take the leaves. You can feed them under the direction of the guide, feeling their lips touch your hand. This is the moment to slow down. Take in the height of the animal, the movement of its neck, and the contrast between its size and its careful feeding.

The lunch also gives you a break from walking. Rather than rushing through one animal area after another, you have time to sit and enjoy the unusual setting. It is a good choice for someone who values a strong central memory from a short excursion.

Still, you should understand what the meal does and does not offer. The supplied details confirm a three-course lunch, but they do not specify the menu, dietary choices, or dining setup. If you have food allergies or special meal needs, ask before booking. People with animal allergies are specifically advised not to take this activity.

The feeding rules deserve attention. The experience includes feeding the giraffes, yet the general information also says feeding animals is not allowed. The sensible interpretation is that you may feed the giraffes only with the leaves provided and only when the guide directs you. Do not feed crocodiles, zebras, birds, or any other animal independently.

What Florence and Tom add to the visit

A good guide matters more in an animal park than you might expect. The value is not just in pointing out an animal. It is in helping you understand how to approach, when to step back, and which details deserve a closer look.

Florence is singled out for taking good care of the person on the tour. That suggests a more attentive style, especially useful if you are visiting alone or want help throughout the day. Tom is praised for sharing lots of information about the animals, which adds substance to the walk instead of leaving you to identify creatures on your own.

The two guide roles appear to complement each other. Florence helps the visit feel well managed, while Tom adds explanation and context. The tour is offered in English, so you should be comfortable following spoken English instructions and explanations.

The guide’s role is especially important during the close encounters. Giraffe feeding is enjoyable because the animal is calm, but you still need clear directions. The same applies to any chance to touch a zebra or handle a small crocodile. Follow the instructions, keep your movements controlled, and let the guide decide what is safe.

Is $205 a fair price?

At $205 per person, this is not a budget activity. For a three-hour experience, the cost may seem high if you are comparing it with a simple beach excursion or a standard park admission. The price becomes easier to defend if you place value on the included transport, private-feeling guided attention, three-course lunch, and direct giraffe encounter.

You are also paying for convenience. Pickup and drop-off from Diani remove the need to arrange a separate car, and the guide stays with you through the park. The meal turns the visit into a complete outing rather than an entry ticket followed by a search for somewhere to eat.

The strongest value comes if you particularly want giraffe feeding. That experience is the part most likely to stay with you, and it is more distinctive than simply seeing a selection of animals. If you are mainly interested in a large safari with many wild species, $205 may be better directed toward a different type of excursion, though no alternative is included in this package.

I would also compare the price against your group size and priorities. For a special occasion, a first visit to Kenya, or a short stay in Diani, the ease and unusual lunch setting may justify the spend. For a family trying to keep costs down, the total can rise quickly, especially since children under three cannot take part.

Who will enjoy this experience most?

I would recommend this outing to you if you want close animal encounters without committing to a full-day safari. It fits well into a Diani stay and offers a clear sequence: pickup, guided animal visit, lunch with giraffes, and return to your accommodation.

It is also a good match for photographers, though you should be ready for animals to move unpredictably. Giraffes approaching the lunch area create the most distinctive photo opportunity, while peacocks, zebras, ostriches, and crocodiles add variety.

Families with older children may like the range of animals, but the minimum age matters. Children under three are not suitable for this activity. Because there is close contact with animals, the outing is also not suitable for people with animal allergies.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, which makes it a practical option for many people who might find a more rugged safari difficult. You should still confirm any specific mobility needs in advance, since the available details do not describe the exact paths or vehicle arrangements.

Practical tips for a smoother visit

Wear shoes you can walk in comfortably, even though the activity is short. Bring a hat and sunscreen, and consider carrying water unless your operator tells you it is provided.

Keep your camera ready for the giraffe feeding, but do not let the photo take over the moment. The best part is feeling the giraffe’s lips take the leaf, then looking up at the full height of the animal.

Listen carefully to the guide’s rules. The park information says not to feed animals, while the tour specifically includes giraffe feeding. Use only the food provided for the giraffes and wait for instructions before touching or handling any animal.

Ask about the timing before you commit to another plan. The stated duration is three hours, but the park visit is also described as four hours. That inconsistency should be cleared up with Blossom Kenya Safaris.

The activity allows cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms give you some flexibility, but you should still confirm the exact start time when checking availability.

Should you book BoraBora Wildlife Park?

Book it if you want a short, well-organized animal outing with a memorable centerpiece. The combination of giraffe feeding and a three-course lunch is unusual, and the range of animals gives the visit more substance than a single-species encounter. Florence and Tom also appear to bring care and useful information to the experience.

Think twice if $205 feels high for three hours, or if your idea of wildlife means open-country safari viewing. This is a close-contact park visit, not a substitute for a longer safari. I would also confirm the duration, lunch details, and any dietary needs before paying.

For a special Diani day, especially if giraffes are high on your list, I think this is a strong choice. The giraffe’s soft lips reaching for a leaf is the kind of small, strange, wonderful moment that makes a short outing worth remembering.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

Pickup is from your accommodation in Diani Beach.

What time is pickup?

The stated pickup time is 10:00 AM.

How long does the experience last?

The activity is described as three hours, but the park portion is also listed as four hours. Confirm the exact timing before booking.

What animals can I see?

The park includes crocodiles, peacocks, tortoises, giraffes, zebras, wild boars, rabbits, ducks, geese, guineafowls, buffaloes, and ostriches.

Can I feed the giraffes?

Yes. The experience includes the chance to feed giraffes tender leaves under the guide’s direction.

Can I feed the other animals?

No. Feeding animals is not allowed generally. Follow the guide’s instructions and feed only the giraffes as part of the supervised activity.

Is lunch included?

Yes. A three-course meal is included and is served in the company of giraffes.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The live guide and tour language are English.

Who should not take this tour?

Children under three and people with animal allergies should not take part.