Nairobi: 4-Hour Elephant Sanctuary & Giraffe Center Day Tour

Nairobi County, Kenya



Take a day tour from Nairobi to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe Centre to learn about elephants and feed Rothschild’s giraffes. Hear animals’ stories and learn about conservation.

Highlights

  • Learn about conservation efforts made to rescue wild animals in Kenya
  • Enjoy ready reservations made for you to guarantee your visit.
  • Pick up and drop off with entrance fees included.
  • Experience how beads are made from clay and leather work.
  • Baby Elephants & Rhino in Nairobi

Description

Depending on the pick up time;

Begin your day with a visit to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where you can learn about Kenya’s elephant conservation efforts and the rehabilitation of orphaned elephants.

During the visit, you will have an opportunity to watch the young elephants, a baby rhino & a baby zebra being cared for by their keepers and learn about their individual stories, rescue, rehabilitation, and eventual reintegration into the wild.

The experience provides an inspiring insight into wildlife conservation and the challenges facing Kenya’s elephants.

Next, visit the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. Here, you can get remarkably close to these beautiful animals and learn about giraffe conservation in Kenya.

Next, visit the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. Here, you can get remarkably close to these beautiful animals and learn about giraffe conservation in Kenya.

Continue to Kobe Beads and Leather Factory, a social, women empowerment center showcasing traditional Kenyan craftsmanship.

Discover how handmade beads, jewellery, pottery, leather products, and other beautiful Kenyan crafts are produced. You can watch local artisans at work and learn about the skills and creativity behind their products.

There will also be an opportunity to purchase locally made souvenirs and gifts, supporting the artisans and their community.

Lunch is optional and can be arranged at a local restaurant, giving you a chance to relax and enjoy Kenyan cuisine.

Possible lunch options

  • Love Birds Community Restaurant – a local community restaurant offering a relaxed dining experience.
  • Utamaduni Restaurant – a great option for experiencing local and African-inspired cuisine.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fee to David Sheldrick
Entrance fee to the Giraffe Center
Bottle of water
Reservation slots to access David Sheldrick

Excludes

Food and drinks.
Gratuity.
Statutory conservation park fee to access the elephant sanctuary, paid online through the E-Citizen platform. No cash accepted. Adult ($80) child (45)

Important Information

  • We always have ready reservations to allow us access to the elephant sanctuary. Park entry fee is madatory when visiting the elephant sanctuary. African citizens should carry their physical passports (strictly).

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and the Giraffe Center, pick up and drop off, entrance fees, and demonstrations of bead making and leather work.
Pick up locations are within Nairobi, with exact details provided by the tour operator upon booking.
Yes, the tour offers opportunities to see baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and a baby rhino during your visit.
The full experience lasts approximately four hours.
Yes, entrance fees to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and the Giraffe Center are included in the tour package.
You will learn about Kenya’s efforts to rescue and rehabilitate orphaned elephants and other wildlife conservation initiatives.
Check the official websites for current visiting hours and seasonal information as times may vary.
Yes, the tour includes ready reservations to guarantee your visit without waiting.
Yes, the tour includes a demonstration of how beads are made from clay and leather work techniques.

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