1Day to Tour Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center in Nairobi

Experience Nairobi’s top wildlife attractions in one day with this all-inclusive full-day safari tour. This tour begins with an early morning game drive at Nairobi National Park, followed by a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where you’ll meet rescued baby elephants. The adventure then continues with an interactive experience at the Giraffe Centre, making it the ultimate Nairobi wildlife experience—perfect for first-time visitors, families, and wildlife lovers.

📌 Included in Package:

✅ All Park Fees mentioned

✅ Giraffe centre entry fees

✅ Hotel/Airport Pickup & Drop-off.

✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide.

✅ Four-Hour Game Drive at Nairobi National Park

✅ 4×4 Safari Vehicle with a pop-up roof for best wildlife viewing.

✅ Bottled drinking water.

📌 Not Included in this Nairobi Safari Mixed-Package:

❌ Tips

❌ Anything not mentioned above

❌ Lunch & personal expenses.

What to Expect – Full Itinerary

6:00 AM – Hotel Pickup & Drive to Nairobi National Park

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel, Airbnb, or JKIA airport in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle.

Quick briefing about the day’s itinerary.

Drive to Nairobi National Park to catch the best morning wildlife action.

6:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Nairobi National Park Game Drive

Highlights:

✅ Spot four of the Big Five—lions, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards.

✅ Witness giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and cheetahs in their natural habitat.

✅ Visit the Ivory Burning Monument, a site of historic elephant conservation efforts.

✅ Enjoy breathtaking views of wildlife with Nairobi’s city skyline in the background.

✅ Stop at Mokoiyet Picnic Site for panoramic views of the park.

11:00 AM – Visit David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage

Arrive at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where orphaned elephants are rescued and rehabilitated.

Watch baby elephants being bottle-fed and playing in the mud.

Learn about elephant conservation and anti-poaching efforts.

Get a chance to adopt an elephant and contribute to conservation.

📌 Entry Fee: $20 per person (not included in the package).

📌 Open Hours: Only from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM daily.

12:30 PM – Lunch Break at a Recommended Restaurant

Choose from:

✔ Carnivore Restaurant – Famous for its exotic grilled meats ($30–$50 per person).

✔ Talisman Restaurant – A top-rated fine dining restaurant with a scenic garden setting.

✔ Rangers Restaurant – Located near Nairobi National Park with delicious local and international dishes.

2:00 PM – Visit the Giraffe Centre

The Giraffe Center is a popular tourist attraction in Nairobi, Kenya, known for its conservation efforts and the opportunity for visitors to get up close and personal with giraffes, particularly the endangered Rothschild giraffe. Here’s what you need to know about the Giraffe Center:

Conservation Mission: The Giraffe Center is part of the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (AFEW) and has a primary mission of conserving the Rothschild giraffe, which is one of the most endangered giraffe species in the world. The center plays a crucial role in raising and rehabilitating giraffes for eventual release into the wild.

Giraffe Feeding: One of the main attractions at the Giraffe Center is the opportunity to feed giraffes. Visitors get free food pellets and hand-feed these gentle giants from a raised platform. It’s a unique and unforgettable experience to have a giraffe eat right from your hand.

Learn about Rothschild’s giraffes, an endangered species.

Hand-feed giraffes from an elevated platform.

Take photos and interact with the giraffes.

Visit the Giraffe Manor viewpoint, where you may catch a glimpse of giraffes visiting the luxury lodge.

📌 Entry Fee per person (Included in the package).

📌 Best for: Families, children, and those looking for close-up interactions with giraffes.

5:00 PM – Drop-Off at Your Hotel or JKIA Airport

Your driver-guide will drop you off at your preferred location (hotel, residence, or airport).

If you have an evening flight, this tour is perfect as a layover activity before departure.

📌 Total Duration: ~10 hours.