Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum & Shopping Tour in Nairobi

Tour Overview

Pack Nairobi’s best wildlife and culture into one seamless private experience. Watch rescued calves at the
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (Elephant Orphanage), hand-feed endangered Rothschild’s giraffes at the
Giraffe Centre, step into literary history at the Karen Blixen Museum, and round it off
with curated shopping for authentic Kenyan crafts. Your dedicated driver-guide sets the pace to match your interests.

Itinerary (Typical Timing)

• 9:30 AM — Private Pick-Up
  From your Nairobi hotel/residence or the airport.
• 10:45–12:00 PM — Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (Elephant Orphanage)
  Arrive in good time for the public session (11:00–12:00). Hear the keepers’ stories and watch bottle-feeding and mud-bath play.
• 12:15–1:00 PM — Giraffe Centre
  Meet and (optionally) feed Rothschild’s giraffes from the raised platform and stroll the nature trail.
• 1:15–2:15 PM — Lunch at Utamaduni Restaurant
  Relaxed lunch with a choice of local and international dishes.
• 2:15–3:00 PM — Curated Shopping
  Browse quality crafts, jewelry, textiles, baskets and woodcarvings; shipping can be arranged.
• 3:15–4:00 PM — Karen Blixen Museum
  Tour the author’s former farmhouse from Out of Africa and its scenic grounds.
• 4:15 PM — Private Drop-Off
  Return transfer to your hotel, residence, or airport.

Order may adjust slightly to manage traffic, timed entries, and your preferences.

✅ What’s Included

• Private pick-up & drop-off (hotel/residence/airport)
• Professional, English-speaking driver-guide
• All entry fees: Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum
• Lunch at Utamaduni Restaurant
• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle (saloon/minivan/4×4 by group size)
• Bottled drinking water in the vehicle

❌ Not Included

• Drinks during lunch
• Personal shopping & expenses
• Gratuities (optional)

Important Notes & SWT Ticketing

• Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) Access: The public nursery session (11:00–12:00) is
  capacity-controlled and must be pre-booked. We secure your e-tickets in advance; walk-ins are not guaranteed.
• Foster Parent Evenings: The 5:00 PM foster-parents session is separate and not included unless you hold an active fostering and request this option.
• Animal Interaction: Handling/close contact is at the keepers’ discretion and not guaranteed; welfare comes first.
• Traffic & Timing: Nairobi traffic can be heavy; we may reorder stops to keep your day smooth and on time.
• Group Size: Private touring typically 1–7 guests per vehicle; larger families/groups on request.
• Accessibility: Some paths and platforms are uneven; this tour is generally not wheelchair accessible.
• What to Wear: Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, light layers for changing weather.

Why Travelers Love This Private Tour

• All the Nairobi “must-sees” in one effortless, privately guided day
• Guaranteed timed entries (when booked early) and minimal waiting
• Flexible pacing for photography, families, and first-time visitors
• Trusted craft stops so you buy quality, not guesswork