Spend a focused half-day with orphaned elephants and Rothschild giraffes on a guided Nairobi conservation tour. Learn about rescue work, meet the keepers, and visit a women-led beads centre that connects craft and community.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step out of traffic into a pocket of green on Nairobi's southern edge: the cry of infant elephants, the low hum of keepers' voices, and a lanky giraffe lowering its head to accept a lettuce leaf. In six hours this half-day tour stitches together two of Nairobi's most accessible conservation sites and a women-led bead workshop, offering a compact primer on Kenya's urban wildlife work.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, easy walks on compacted paths and standing during presentations
Wildlife
History
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and the Giraffe Centre were founded to rescue and breed endangered species while educating the public on wildlife stewardship in urban-adjacent Kenya.
Conservation
Visits directly support rehabilitation and community programs; mandatory fees fund Kenya Wildlife Service operations and the orphanage’s rescue work, and adopting or donating further aids long-term care.
Reserve your spot on the Half day tour to Elephant orphanage and Giraffe Centre Nairobi today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Time your visit for the bottle-feeding
Elephant hand-feeding happens around 11:00–12:00 daily — arrive on time to see the best activity and photos.
Pay conservation fees online before arrival
Park and orphanage fees are processed through Kenya's E-Citizen portal; ask your operator for help to avoid delays at the gate.
Bring sun protection and water
Paths are exposed in places; a hat, sunscreen and at least 1L of water will keep you comfortable throughout the six-hour tour.
Respect animal boundaries and keeper instructions
Follow staff guidance for distances and photography — close approaches are restricted to protect animal welfare.
Sturdy walking shoes
Closed or supportive shoes for walking on compacted paths and occasional uneven ground.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important in Nairobi's sun and during outdoor viewing sessions.
Wide-brim hat and sunscreen
Protects against sun exposure during outdoor exhibits and drives between sites.
summer
Light rain jacket or poncho
Useful if traveling during the March–May long rains when brief showers are common.
spring