Kenya · Up-Close Animal Experiences

5-Hour Nairobi Wildlife Tour with Giraffe Center and Elephant Orphanage

5 Hours Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Giraffe Center and interact with endangered Rothschild giraffes
02 Learn about giraffe conservation efforts and hand-feed them from a raised platform
03 Explore the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage near Nairobi National Park
04 Watch baby elephants during their feeding and mud-bath session
05 Hear touching rescue stories from expert caretakers
06 Capture memorable wildlife photos in a safe, educational setting

Embark on a memorable half-day wildlife experience in Nairobi with visits to the Giraffe Center and the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. Hand-feed the rare Rothschild giraffes and learn about their conservation, then witness the playful feeding and mud-bathing of orphaned baby elephants while hearing their inspiring rescue stories.

Hand-feed the rare Rothschild giraffes and learn about their conservation, then witness the playful feeding and mud-bathing of orphaned baby elephants while hearing their inspiring rescue stories.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Cities Nairobi, Nairobi National Park

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Giraffe Center and David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage

9:00 AM - Pick-up from your hotel/residence
Your driver-guide will meet you at your hotel or agreed location in Nairobi for a warm welcome and a brief orientation before the tour begins.
9:30 AM - Arrive at the Giraffe Center
Enjoy a fun and educational session with the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Learn about their conservation, hand-feed them from a raised platform, and take memorable photos as they gently eat from your palm.
10:30 AM - Depart for the Elephant Orphanage
A short drive will take you to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, located near Nairobi National Park.
11:00 AM - Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
Spend a heartwarming hour watching rescued baby elephants during their feeding and mud-bath session. Caretakers will share moving stories about each elephant and how they were rescued from the wild.
12:00 PM - Depart for drop-off
After the visit, your guide will drive you back through Nairobi.
1:00 PM - Drop-off at your hotel/residence
End of the tour with wonderful memories and great photos.