Full-Day Nairobi Wildlife Safari with Sheldrick and Giraffe Centre

1 Day Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Morning game drive in Nairobi National Park, the world's only national park bordering a capital city
  • 02 Spot lions, rhinos, cheetahs, hippos, buffalos, and over 400 bird species with Nairobi's skyline on the horizon
  • 03 Watch rescued baby elephants being bottle-fed at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery
  • 04 Visit the historic Ivory Burning Site Monument and learn about the park's conservation history
  • 05 Hand-feed endangered Rothschild giraffes at the famous Giraffe Centre
  • 06 Enjoy the memorable giraffe kiss experience from an elevated feeding platform
  • 07 Explore the nature trail and forest walk surrounding the Giraffe Centre

Discover Nairobi's remarkable wildlife and conservation highlights on a full-day guided tour to Nairobi National Park, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Nursery, and the Giraffe Centre. Enjoy an exciting morning game drive in the world's only national park bordering a capital city, with chances to spot lions, rhinos, cheetahs, hippos, buffalos, and over 400 bird species against the backdrop of Nairobi's skyline. Visit the historic Ivory Burning Site Monument, watch rescued baby elephants during their feeding session, and hand-feed endangered Rothschild giraffes from an elevated platform while learning about Kenya's inspiring conservation efforts.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Nairobi, Nairobi National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi National Park, Sheldrick Nursery and Giraffe Centre

  • 06:00 AM
    Begin the day with an early morning pick-up from your hotel and depart for Nairobi National Park, the world's only national park bordering a capital city.

  • Enjoy an exciting morning game drive across the open savannah plains while spotting a variety of wildlife, including lions, rhinos, cheetahs, hippos, and buffalos, with the Nairobi skyline visible on the horizon.

  • Visit the historic Ivory Burning Site Monument and discover the park's remarkable conservation history. Observe over 400 recorded bird species throughout the park's diverse habitats.

  • 11:00 AM
    Continue to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery, the world's most successful elephant orphan rescue programme.

  • Watch the keepers bottle-feed rescued baby elephants while learning about each elephant's unique rescue and rehabilitation story. Experience this rare and emotional encounter during the nursery's limited one-hour public visiting session.

  • Guests will also have the opportunity to adopt an elephant for USD 50 per year in support of wildlife conservation efforts.

  • 01:30 PM
    Visit the famous Giraffe Centre and come face-to-face with the endangered Rothschild giraffes, one of the world's rarest giraffe subspecies.

  • Feed the giraffes from an elevated wooden platform and enjoy the memorable experience of the famous giraffe kiss. Explore the surrounding nature trail and forest walk while learning more about giraffe conservation.

  • Relax at the on-site cafe overlooking the enclosure and enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings.

  • Late Afternoon
    Conclude the tour with a comfortable drive back to your hotel after a memorable day filled with wildlife encounters, conservation experiences, and breathtaking scenery in Nairobi.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 4x4 safari vehicle and fuel
  • Professional guide/driver
  • All park and attraction entry fees
  • Sheldrick Wildlife Trust entry
  • Giraffe Centre entry
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Not Included

  • Meals and personal snacks
  • Elephant adoption/foster fee
  • Gratuities and tips
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Souvenirs and gift shop purchases

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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