Half Day Tour: Visit Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre in Nairobi
5.0
90 Ratings
Nairobi
Experience a half day tour in Nairobi, visiting the Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre. Learn about conservation efforts and see Kenya's famous animals up close.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust - Our accredited guide will meet & take you to the elephant orphanage. Enjoy this guided session with experienced guides & keepers from this sanctuary which takes place between 11 am to 12 noon daily, learning the efforts made by this sanctuary in elephant conservation in Kenya. Nonetheless, get to enjoy the view of these baby elephants, & make great memories as you engage in photography. During this visit you also get to witness them having their bottle of milk as they relax & play engaging in sandbathes & a cool of mud bath in the heat of the day. You also have an opportunity to adopt & sponsor any of the orphaned baby elephants of your choice during this visit.
What's Included
  • Entry/admission to elephant orphanage
  • Entry/admission to giraffe center
  • Private tour with a professional guide and bottled water
  • Complimentary round-trip transportation from your accommodation
  • Complimentary beads tour at Kobe tough women’s factory - Learn jewelry and pottery making
  • Optional shopping for souvenirs, including rare gemstones like tanzanite and tsavorite, upon request
What's Not Included
  • Statutory Park fee Adult ($43), Child ($22) required to access elephant orphanage.
  • Lunch available for purchase
  • Tips & gratuities
Additional Information

A comprehensive journey through Nairobi’s most renowned wildlife spots, providing a chance to observe Kenya’s iconic animals within Nairobi’s boundaries. A skilled guide escorts you straight to the elephant orphanage trust and the giraffe center to gain insights into these creatures and the initiatives implemented to safeguard them in their natural habitat. An optional complimentary visit to the beads women factory can elevate your experience.

  • Visits to the Elephant Orphanage Trust must be reserved in advance and can get booked up. Early advanced booking will enable us to give you a seamless experience.
  • Statutory Park fee required to access elephant orphanage is paid using the E-citizen platform online only. No cash is accepted.
Location
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Mbagathi Road, Kws Workshop Entrance - Nairobi National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Manihan
Apr 10, 2024
A Must When in Nairobi - My husband and I decided to take this tour as a last minute addition for our one day stay in Nairobi and we do not regret it. We were picked up from our hotel (which was convenient) and taken to the Giraffe Center where we not only fed these amazing animals, but learned about the conservation effort it took to raise their numbers from 130 to 1000. We were then taken to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust where we saw a baby rhino and many baby elephants who will someday be sent into the wild when ready. These two experiences have been on my bucket list for years and we were taken to the best spots so we could experience both in the best way possible. I have to mention that the tour company was easily contactable when we needed help filling in an online form to visit the Nairobi National Park. Great communication is a must for a good tour company, and our host, who was very knowledgeable in all things animals, made the entire day go fast. We enjoyed ourselves and we are sure that anyone who wants to try out this tour, will enjoy themselves as well.
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Brian
Mar 27, 2024
Another outstanding animal/culture day for my family - During our previous safari, we hit all of the big 5, except for a rhino. The great news is that my daughters got to see a baby rhino before we left by visiting the elephant orphanage with Meshack. Meshack was such a gracious host, he took us to the giraffe center, elephant orphanage, a wonderful stop for lunch, and an amazing cultural experience at the bead factory. Do not miss this tour if you have young children. What a wonderful way to end our vacation in Kenya.
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Kevinwf2193xe
Mar 13, 2024
Amazing experience, fantastic operator. - Wife and I had an amazing time, Kelvin was super informative, friendly, and had great energy! He got us everywhere we needed to go on time and ahead of the crowds. This a great option for anyone with limited time in/around Nairobi with a safe and comfortable tour personalized for your needs. There were some issues with the E-citizen platform when we tried pay for the park fee but Kelvin was there to help us solve any issues. We can't wait to come back to Kenya and check out the other 'Rustic Nature Tours' available!
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Q7808cqjuliaa
Feb 27, 2024
Awesome tour, jam-packed with great experiences - This tour was awesome! Denis took great care to make sure the entire day was comfortable, that we got everywhere on time, and that I had everything I needed to make the most of each experience! My favorite part was visiting the Sheldrick Elephant orphanage - it’s a must! The giraffe center was also great, and I loved touring Kobe Tough beading factory. It was great to meet some of the women working there, and was able to get some amazing gifts to bring back home! Bonus: the food at the lunch spot we stopped at on the way back was delicious! Would definitely recommend!
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Christy_m
Feb 22, 2024
Great tour with a professional guide - Kelvin was great. Very professional. He helped resolve an issue when I had trouble purchasing an entry ticket for the National Park, and he got us the best and coolest viewing area for the elephant orphanage. I would definitely recommend him.
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Hannah_mjohnson18
Feb 18, 2024
Brilliant half day tour - A great way to spend a day in Nairobi. Getting to feed the giraffes and be so up close to them is amazing, and the elephant orphanage does incredible work. My driver, Denis, was very helpful throughout and took pics of me whenever I wanted them - thank you! Highly recommend as a solo traveller.
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Morgan_c
Feb 11, 2024
Amazing day! - I had such a great day on this tour. Sam, my guide/driver was extremely knowledgeable and gave me a short lesson at the giraffe centre I otherwise would not have gotten. Not only was Sam knowledgeable but also personable (he’s also willing to take your touristy photos with the animals). This tour takes you to the Giraffe Centre earlier in the morning meaning you miss the crowds but it is not rushed, furthermore the elephant orphanage was spectacular. The Kobe Tough beads and leather tour was great. This organization is fantastic and truly does so much for the community, a great addition to the day as I would not have known about it otherwise! As a solo female traveller I felt safe this whole tour and would recommend it to anyone
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84aishaj
Feb 9, 2024
The best tourguide ever! - I cannot speak highly enough of Rustic Nature Tours and, in particular, Kelvin's exceptional service. From his infectious enthusiasm to his genuine dedication to conservation, he truly made our safari adventure a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I wholeheartedly recommend Rustic Nature Tours to anyone seeking an unforgettable wildlife experience in Nairobi, and I look forward to returning for another incredible journey with Kelvin and the team
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Faith_n
Feb 7, 2024
A must see, in Nairobi! - A wonderful trip to see the Giraffes and Elephants (and Rhino) up close. Kevin our guide was greatly helpful and flexible to meet our needs.Highly recommended!
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Mercysy
Mar 20, 2024
Fun experience while onto ur, stressful ticket experience beware!beware! - Everything went smoothly. Our guide was very helpful. However paying for the park fee was a disaster. I was told that my credit card didn’t go through. We paid our guide in dollar so he could pay in shillings. However my bank said they approved the transactions three times. Now I have to file a claim for the three charges. How long this will take is any body guess. A clear instruction on how to go about paying the park fees is a must!!! Better still include the park fee on viator charges and let the tour operator obtain the tickets for the park.
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