Is it safe to ride an ostrich?

The farm offers ostrich riding as a guided experience, though it's weather-dependent and requires participants to be in reasonable physical condition. Your guide will assess suitability on the day.

What's the difference between Maasai and Somali ostriches?

The farm houses both breeds. Your guide can explain the distinctions—generally they differ in size, colouring, and temperament, reflecting their regional origins.

How long is the actual farm visit?

The guided tour of the farm typically lasts around 30 minutes, though this varies depending on your pace, curiosity, and photo opportunities.

What do I feed the ostriches?

The supplier provides feed at the farm. Your guide will show you the proper hand-feeding technique to keep the experience safe and enjoyable.

Is transport from Nairobi included?

The 8-hour tour includes transport; hotel pickup and drop-off are typically part of the package, though confirm meeting details when you book.

Wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection (hat and sunscreen), and secure clothing without loose items that could catch ostrich attention. Bring water and a camera.

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Nairobi, Kenya

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About this activity

Get up close with Kenya's largest flightless birds at this working ostrich farm outside Nairobi, where you can hand-feed, photograph, and ride these magnificent creatures. A half-day adventure combining wildlife interaction with cultural insight into Maasai farming practices.

Amazing opportunity to view and hand-feed dozens of ostriches, and if the weather is good, you can even take an ostrich ride! See boasting two types of ostriches, Maasai and Somali, you will not only get to tour the farm but you can also ride them too. It is fun, especially for the courageous ones. It also gives a lovely picture opportunity.

The tour of the farm takes almost half an hour depending on how inquisitive you are and what picture opportunities you will get out of your tour. It is very interesting seeing ostriches in different stages of growth and sizes.

Highlights

✓Hand-feed dozens of ostriches in an open farm setting
✓Encounter both Maasai and Somali ostrich breeds
✓Optional ostrich riding experience (weather permitting)
✓Observe birds at all growth stages, from chicks to adults
✓Guided farm tour with photo opportunities
✓Learn about traditional pastoralist farming methods

Insider tips

★Wear closed-toe shoes and secure loose items—ostriches are curious and can be unpredictable
★Go early in the day when birds are most active and temperatures cooler
★Bring a camera with a good zoom; ostriches move quickly and make for dynamic shots
★Ask your guide about the difference between Maasai and Somali breeds before the ride—it's genuinely fascinating

Good to know

•Tour duration is 8 hours total including Nairobi transport; farm tour itself takes approximately 30 minutes
•Ostrich riding is weather-dependent and requires a reasonable level of fitness and confidence
•Wear sun protection (hat, sunscreen) and bring water—the farm is in open terrain with limited shade
•Hotel pickup and drop-off typically included; confirm exact meeting point and time with supplier

Who it's for

Adventure seekers and thrill-seekers keen to try something unconventionalFamilies with children interested in wildlife and animalsPhotography enthusiasts looking for unique wildlife shotsCultural tourists wanting hands-on interaction beyond traditional safari

Best time to visit

Visit during Kenya's dry seasons (June–October or January–February) when weather is most stable for outdoor activities and riding conditions are optimal. Early morning tours offer the best bird activity and cooler temperatures.