Nairobi Park and DSWT Elephant Orphanage Tours

1 Days
Kenya

Tour Overview

A day trip to the Nairobi National Park is a great introduction to Nairobi and safari life. Enjoy game drives at the Nairobi National Park and spend a few hours viewing some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife. Meet orphaned elephants at the David Sheldrick Elephant Nursery, where young elephants are cared for until they are ready to be released back into the wild. Get kissed and hand-feed giraffes at the AFEW Giraffe center.

What to Expect

A safari tour of Nairobi National Park, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, and Giraffe Centre is a great way to experience some of the wildlife and conservation efforts in and around Kenya’s capital city. At Nairobi National Park, you can go on a game drive and see a variety of animals, including lions, leopards, and rhinos. The David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage is a rescue and rehabilitation center for orphaned elephants, where you can learn about the work they do and even adopt an elephant. At the Giraffe Centre, you can meet and feed the resident giraffes and learn about their conservation. Overall, you can expect a mix of wildlife viewing and learn about conservation efforts on this tour. Top sightings and experiences include:

  • Game Drives In Nairobi National Park Safari
  • Visit the Giraffe Centre
  • Visit David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
  • Karen Blixen Museum

Day by Day

Inclusions

  • Transport
  • Park Entry Fees
  • Game Drives
  • Bottled Drinking Water
  • Government Taxes and Levies

Exclusions

  • International Flights
  • Visa Fees
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Optional Activities
  • Extra Meals or Accommodation

Accommodations

Frequently Asked Questions

Nairobi National Park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, rhinos (both black and white), and more than 400 bird species. Despite being just minutes from the city center, the park offers an authentic safari experience with views of the city skyline in the background.

The best time to visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (DSWT) Elephant Orphanage is between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm, when the public is allowed to watch the baby elephants being fed and playing in the mud. Arrive early, as entry is limited and the session starts promptly.

Yes, you can easily combine a morning game drive at Nairobi National Park with a mid-morning visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. Most tours start early (around 6:00 am) to take advantage of active wildlife viewing, and then proceed to the orphanage for the 11:00 am session.

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