Kenya · Up-Close Animal Experiences

Half-Day Nairobi Giraffe Centre and Elephant Orphanage Tour

1 Day Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Giraffe Centre and feed endangered Rothschild giraffes
  • 02 Observe baby elephants during feeding and play sessions at the orphanage
  • 03 Learn about wildlife conservation from expert guides and keepers
  • 04 Enjoy close encounters with iconic animals in the heart of Nairobi

Discover Nairobi on a guided half-day tour to the Giraffe Centre and Elephant Orphanage. Interact with endangered Rothschild giraffes, feed them from a raised platform, and learn about conservation efforts. Watch rescued baby elephants being fed, playing, and bathing while hearing their inspiring stories from expert keepers. This short and enriching experience offers close wildlife encounters in the heart of the city, combining education, conservation awareness, and memorable moments with Kenya's most beloved animals.

Watch rescued baby elephants being fed, playing, and bathing while hearing their inspiring stories from expert keepers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Nairobi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Half-Day Nairobi Wildlife Encounters

09:00 AM: Hotel Pickup

  • Pick up from your Nairobi hotel or residence by a driver-guide.

09:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Giraffe Centre

  • Visit the Giraffe Centre in Langata to learn about Rothschild giraffes.
  • Hand-feed the giraffes and take photos with them from a raised platform.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Travel to Sheldrick Trust

  • Enjoy a short drive to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Elephant Orphanage

  • View baby elephants being fed, playing, and bathing in the mud.
  • Listen as the keepers share the story of each orphan.

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM: Optional Stops and Drop-off

  • Optional visits to nearby spots such as the Kazuri Beads Factory or a lunch stop at The Carnivore.
  • Drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Entrance fee at the Giraffe Centre.
  • Entrance fee at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage.
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel.

What's Not Included

  • Airport transfer ($20 per vehicle).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Nairobi.

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