Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Day Trip

Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Day Trip

From $ 85
Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Day Trip

Tour Description

Experience the wild side of Nairobi on this unforgettable full-day adventure that combines wildlife, conservation, and education — all within the city’s reach. Begin your day with a game drive at the Nairobi National Park, the world’s only national park located within a capital city. Here, you’ll spot iconic wildlife such as lions, giraffes, rhinos, buffaloes, zebras, and many more with the stunning city skyline as a backdrop.

Next, visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, a heartwarming sanctuary dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned baby elephants. Learn about their stories and witness their playful moments during their feeding and mud-bath sessions.

Conclude your tour at the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, where you can get up close and personal, feed them from an elevated platform, and capture incredible photos.

This day tour offers a perfect blend of wildlife encounters, conservation awareness, and unique Nairobi experiences — ideal for families, solo travelers, and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Driver/guide Hotel
  • Pickup and drop-off
  • Safari Van (4X4) with open-roof
  • Nairobi National Park entry fee

  • David Sheldrick entry fee (approx. USD 20)

  • Giraffe Centre entry fee (approx. USD 15)

  • Lunch and personal expenses

Detailed Itinerary

05:45 AM – Hotel Pick Up & Transfer to Nairobi National Park.
Your driver-guide will pick you up early in the morning from your hotel/residence. After a short briefing, drive to Nairobi National Park, located just a few kilometers from the city center.
06:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Morning Game Drive in Nairobi National Park.
 
Enter the park as it opens and enjoy a morning safari drive. This is the best time to spot wildlife when they are most active. Expect to see lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, buffalos, antelopes, and a variety of bird species, all with the Nairobi city skyline in the background.
 
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM – Exit Nairobi National Park & Transfer to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
After your safari, drive to the nearby David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the world-renowned elephant and rhino orphanage.
 
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Visit Elephant Orphanage
Enjoy the public viewing session, where you’ll watch baby elephants being fed and playing in the mud. You’ll also hear about the orphanage’s conservation efforts and how rescued elephants are rehabilitated before being released back into the wild.
 
12:00 PM – 01:00 PM – Lunch break-Optional-Guest to pay for own lunch cost
 
 
01:30 PM – 03:00 PM – Giraffe Centre
Visit Drive to the Giraffe Centre in Karen, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. Here you can feed and interact with the giraffes from an elevated platform, learn about conservation efforts, and take stunning photos.
 
 
03:00 PM – 04:30 PM – Drive Back & Drop Off at Hotel/Residence
Return to your hotel or residence in Nairobi with great memories of wildlife, conservation, and culture from your day tour.

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