Half Day Tour: Visit Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre in Nairobi

Experience a half day tour in Nairobi, visiting the Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre. Learn about conservation efforts and see Kenya’s famous animals up close.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sheldrick Wildlife Trust - Our accredited guide will meet & take you to the elephant orphanage. Enjoy this guided session with experienced guides & keepers from this sanctuary which takes place between 11 am to 12 noon daily, learning the efforts made by this sanctuary in elephant conservation in Kenya. Nonetheless, get to enjoy the view of these…
What's Included
  • Entry/admission to Giraffe Center
  • Pick up and drop off at your place of stay
  • Complementary Beads tour to Kobe Tough Women’s Factory - Learn to make jewelry and pottery from clay
  • Donation fee for Elephant Orphanage
What's Not Included
  • Lunch available for purchase
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

Discover and delight in Nairobi’s premier wildlife attractions, offering a chance to observe Kenya’s renowned animals right in the city. A knowledgeable guide will lead you to the elephant orphanage trust and the giraffe center, where you can learn about these magnificent creatures and the conservation initiatives dedicated to their protection in the…

Location
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Mbagathi Road, Kws Workshop Entrance - Nairobi National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Michelle
Jul 11, 2025
Elephant experience - This was a fantastic day. The elephants were magical and feeding the giraffes was a great experience. Faith went out of her way to make it a great day.
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W8183lssarahw
Jul 5, 2025
Fantastic day in Nairobi - We had an amazing day in Nairobi. Our guide got us lined up for the best spots to see the elephants at the orphanage. We got to the giraffe center first thing & were able to hand feed 3 giraffes without any crowds. Topped off with a great tour of the bead factory & a delicious lunch. Perfect first day in Kenya!
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Roam02249542183
Jun 21, 2025
A wonderful experience! - The tour guide was informative and helpful. This was an absolutely beautiful experience! It was great to learn about the animals and to be able to see them so closely. I was able to touch the elephants and feed the giraffes. I would love to do this again someday!
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Katiemm2389ce
Jun 21, 2025
Most Fun Day in Nairobi! - We had an incredible day with our tour guide and driver, Paul, visiting the Rothschild Giraffe Sanctuary and the Sheldrick Trust Elephant Orphanage. From start to finish, Paul was warm, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. He gave us so much insight into the local area and the wildlife, making the experience even more meaningful. Paul is also an excellent driver—calm, safe, and professional—and knew exactly where to go for the best views and photo ops. His pro tips at each stop truly elevated the experience, and he even came through with cold water right when we needed it. Every detail was thought of! If you’re spending a day in Nairobi, do yourself a favor and call Paul. He’s simply the best, and our trip wouldn’t have been the same without him!
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Rickyl991
Jun 16, 2025
Good half day tour from Nairobi - Giraffes are super cute, definitely like the experience. My tour guides Purity and Denish are friendly and helpful. Purity helped me secure a spot where I can see the elephants closer. Entire experience was smooth.
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634darynh
Jun 4, 2025
Happy tour guides - Calvin and Francis were knowledgeable and extremely helpful! They got us to the front of the line and took group photos of our party. Francis said he enjoys his job because he likes to make others happy and both took pride in making this happen for us☺️ I would highly recommend this company to take you wherever you want to go!
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Mom_to_cc
Jun 4, 2025
Great day tour in Nairobi - Booked a private tour for 17 with Rustic Nature to the Giraffe Center and Elephant Orphanage. We also had a side trip to Kazuri Beads which is fabulous. Calvin was our guide and made sure to get us the best spot at the elephant orphanage to see (and touch!) the baby elephants. The company was also very accommodating of changes and customized the tour to our requests.
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X6907mrjudys
Jun 4, 2025
Great Guide Timing and Guidance - The guide at the Giraffe Center was very knowledge and nice.... and the giraffes were a LOT of fun! The Elephant Orphanage was AWESOME and the TripAdvisor guide got us there so we were in the front!! He also got a wheelchair for one of our group.
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Colinff3745oh
May 25, 2025
A must do! - My husband and I were in between this and another tour and I’m so glad we decided on this one! Shout out Kelvin for being the best tour guide, he led us to amazing spots in each sanctuary so that we could have an unforgettable experience. He 100% knows what he’s doing and is an incredible driver. We absolutely recommend him! If you have the chance to sign up for this tour definitely do it, I actually almost wept a couple of times. I want to do it again🦒🐘
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Rene_w
Jul 1, 2025
Elephant Wiseness with Pale Flavor - My guide and driver Denise accompanied and guided me through the day today. The giraffe canter shows how private individuals are committed to preserving a species on our planet, just great! The good intentions in the Elephant Wise House are clouded by the way in which they are presented. Add to that the rip-off by the Kenyan state through a fee of $47.- for 60 minutes show per person. The money will not benefit the project, but will go into the pockets of Kenya's corrupt political elite. All the more pleasing was the project of the ceramic jewellery factory, where young, confident women support the Massaid villages with the production of ceramic jewellery from A to Z. As an option I visited Karen Blixen Landhaus!Museum. The crowning glory, yet the corrupt state deserves to be here too.
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From $95
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).