
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi
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Is David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi worth booking?
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi is a 3-hour experience in Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, from $65 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 90 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (90)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Take a day out of Nairobi's hustle and bustle and head to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Witness Visiting the only Elephant Orphanage within the city of Nairobi meeting some of the largest mammals on earth and lear
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Pick up and drop off from your Hotel/accommodation
About this experience
Take a day out of Nairobi's hustle and bustle and head to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Witness Visiting the only Elephant Orphanage within the city of Nairobi meeting some of the largest mammals on earth and learn about their lives and how they survive in the wild. The visit takes place during feeding time viewing is strictly between 11:00 to 12:00
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Pick up and drop off from your Hotel/accommodation
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
What you'll see and do
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
The tour starts by picking you from your Hotel/Home within Nairobi 9:30AM. We will drive you to David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust have a walk through the little center from 11am - 12pm in an open space, with a rope fence around it. The youngest elephants come trotting out of the bush to greet their keepers who stand at the ready with giant bottles of milk. For the next 10-15 minutes you can watch each little one slurp and gargle their milk. When they're done, there's water to play with and keepers to nudge and get hugs from. While you get to watch them play and take photos. You find out how old they were when they arrived at the orphanage, where they were rescued from, and what got them into trouble. The most common reasons for getting orphaned being: mother's poached, falling into wells, and human/wildlife conflict. Once the youngest are all fed, they are led back into the bush, and it's the turn of the 2-3 year olds. Some of them can feed themselves, and some are still fed by their keepers. It's very cute to watch them hold their giant milk bottles in their trunks and close their eyes with joy as they make quick work of several gallons of milk.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Park Entrance Fees Excluded
Pay Park fees USD85 Per Person: To pay Nairobi National Park USD85 Per person at the Gate of the Park Pickup included
Park fees Included
Park fees Included: Nairobi national park and Elephant park fees included Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gracepatt Safaris
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $275
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 31
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maasai Mara National Reserve.
How much does David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Maasai Mara National Reserve usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Maasai Mara National Reserve is not rushed.
Is David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 90 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Maasai Mara National Reserve, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi?
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Around 31 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Maasai Mara National Reserve can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Maasai Mara National Reserve and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Half-Day Tour in Nairobi start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Maasai Mara National Reserve within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Maasai Mara National Reserve?
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On Outty we rank every Maasai Mara National Reserve experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Day Tour to Maasai Mara Reserve From Nairobi, African Wildlife & Nature - 5 Kenya national parks - 6 day Jeep Safari, 2 Days Classic Maasai Mara Safari. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Maasai Mara National Reserve?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Maasai Mara National Reserve?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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