The Nairobi Wildlife Experience – Full Day Tour

• Hotel or Airport Pick-up
  Your guide will pick you up early in the morning from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Starting at dawn ensures you catch wildlife when they’re most active.
• Nairobi National Park Safari Drive
  Just minutes from the city, you’ll enter Nairobi National Park, a stunning 117 km² sanctuary teeming with life. On your 4-hour guided safari, expect to see:
  • Lions lounging in the morning sun
  • Rare black rhinos grazing near acacia trees
  • Towering giraffes browsing among the shrubs
  • Herds of zebras and buffalos roaming the open plains
  • An impressive variety of bird species, including ostriches and crowned cranes
• Skyline Meets Savannah
  Nairobi National Park is the only protected area in the world with such a diverse array of wildlife living so close to a capital city. Capture surreal photos of wild animals silhouetted against Nairobi’s modern skyscrapers.

Arrival and Introduction
After your game drive, your next stop is the world-famous David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, located near the edge of the park.

Public Viewing Session (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Witness the heartwarming sight of baby elephants being fed and frolicking in the mud. Caregivers explain the elephants' rescue stories, how they were orphaned, and their path to eventual release into the wild.

Conservation in Action
The Sheldrick Trust is a pioneering project in elephant rescue and wildlife rehabilitation. You’ll learn about the challenges of elephant conservation in Kenya, anti-poaching efforts, and how you can support ongoing work.

• Recommended Lunch Spots Nearby
  Take a break and enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of Nairobi’s top-rated restaurants:
  • Carnivore Restaurant – Famous for its exotic meats and vibrant atmosphere
  • Talisman Restaurant – A beautiful fusion of global cuisines and organic ingredients
  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden – A colonial-era gem ideal for relaxed outdoor dining

Note: Lunch is not included in the package and will be paid directly at the restaurant.

Face-to-Face with the Rothschild Giraffe
Head to the Giraffe Centre, a conservation haven for the endangered Rothschild giraffe. Here, you’ll have the rare opportunity to:

• Feed giraffes from a raised platform
• Interact with the animals under supervision
• Learn about the history of the Giraffe Centre and breeding programs

Educational Experience
The center is also home to an informative exhibition area and a nature trail through the adjacent Gogo River sanctuary.

Choose Between Two Cultural Gems
If time permits, your guide can take you to one of the following locations before ending the tour:

• Kazuri Beads Women’s Factory – Tour the handmade ceramic bead workshop and buy ethically crafted souvenirs.
• Karen Blixen Museum – Visit the former home of the author of Out of Africa and explore the colonial history of Kenya (entry fee applies).

Return to Your Hotel or Airport
Your guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport in time for your evening plans or outbound flight. After a day full of enriching experiences, you'll leave Nairobi with a deep appreciation for the city’s wildlife, culture, and conservation efforts.