Nairobi National Park & Elephant Orphanage Tour | Wildlife Safari Experience

Nairobi National Park & David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour

Duration: Approx. 7 hours
Start Time: 6:00 AM
Tour Type: Small Group or Private Tour
Transportation: 4x4 safari vehicle or safari minivan
Pick-Up Included: Yes – from hotel, residence, or Nairobi airport
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Tour Overview

Discover the wild side of Nairobi with this early morning safari and conservation experience. Begin with a guided game drive through Nairobi National Park, where you’ll spot iconic African wildlife just outside the city center. Then visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to witness rescued baby elephants being fed and cared for in one of the world’s most successful wildlife rehabilitation programs.

This tour is perfect for wildlife lovers, photographers, and those with a limited time in Nairobi.

️ Tour Itinerary

6:00 AM – Pick-Up

• Pick-up from your hotel, residence, or Nairobi airport by a professional safari driver-guide.

6:30 AM – Nairobi National Park Game Drive

• Enjoy a thrilling game drive through Kenya’s oldest national park.

• Spot a variety of wildlife including:

  • Lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, ostriches, and more

• Get great photo opportunities with the city skyline in the background.

10:15 AM – Depart the Park

• Exit the park in time to reach the next stop, the elephant orphanage.

11:00 AM – David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Visit

• Visit the orphanage during the public hour (11:00 AM–12:00 PM).

• Watch baby elephants during their feeding and playful mud bath.

• Hear the stories of each elephant’s rescue and rehabilitation process.

12:00 PM – Depart for Drop-Off

1:00 PM – Drop-Off

• Return to your hotel, residence, or airport.

• Drop-off time may vary slightly based on traffic and location.

✅ What’s Included

• ✔️ Nairobi National Park entry fees

• ✔️ Guided game drive in safari vehicle

• ✔️ Entry to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage

• ✔️ Pick-up and drop-off (hotel, residence, or airport)

• ✔️ Professional English-speaking driver-guide

❌ What’s Not Included

• ✖️ Food and drinks

• ✖️ Gratuities (optional)

• ✖️ Personal purchases or donations

What to Bring

• ✔ Reusable water bottle (plastic bottles are banned in parks)

• ✔ Comfortable walking shoes

• ✔ Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen

• ✔ Camera or binoculars

Why Choose This Tour?

• ✔️ Combines wildlife safari with a top conservation experience

• ✔️ Ideal for short stays and layovers in Nairobi

• ✔️ Family-friendly and educational

• ✔️ Guaranteed park and orphanage access with advance booking