Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 108 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour worth booking?
Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour is a 8-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $115 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 108 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (108)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $115 per person
Explore Nairobi City, see some of Kenya’s outstanding wildlife and cultures in one full day. This full-day tour that includes Visit to Giraffe Center, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, one of the most successful elephant r
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Giraffe center and Elephant Entry fees
- Small group Tour
About this experience
Explore Nairobi City, see some of Kenya’s outstanding wildlife and cultures in one full day. This full-day tour that includes Visit to Giraffe Center, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, one of the most successful elephant rescues in the world, before heading Kobe Beads for a traditional bead workshop and a music and dance performance. Our reliable professional Tour Guide and transportation ensure a comfortable and convenient trip.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Giraffe center and Elephant Entry fees
- Small group Tour
Not included
- Lunch -own expense (available for purchase)
- Gratuities
- Pay Nairobi National Park entrance fee(for option selected)
What you'll see and do
Giraffe Centre
The tour starts by pick up at your Nairobi Hotel or home 8AM. You will then be driven to the Giraffe centre where you will learn more about the conversation efforts to conserve an endangered species. The center's main purpose is to protect and help with the breeding of the endangered Rothschild Giraffe. Under the supervision of a professional, you can feed the giraffes from a raised observation platform. These platforms allow the visitors to come eye-to-eye with the giraffes. The center also has a large auditorium where visitors can listen to talks about Giraffe conservation and a various activities the center is involved in.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
The second stop is the Elephant Orphaned Trust; it is strictly open between 11 am and 12 noon. Here you will be able to see rescued baby and teenage elephants and learn their unique stories of how they got there, how they got their names and what plans are there to release them. Daphne Sheldrick, as part of the David Sheldrick Conservation Foundation, rehabilitates baby elephants and other wildlife here at her home just outside of Nairobi National Park. These babies have lost their mothers to poaching, death, injuries, on getting lost in the wild or other tragedies.
60 minutes here · Admission included
You will then be driven to the Kobe Beads factory. This is a pottery company that makes one of the world most beautiful beads. You will be shown all the stages from the start to the finish.
60 minutes here · Admission included
You will be taken for lunch (optional) and then start the drive to Bomas Cultural Dance. This is a cultural centre at Langata, near the main gate to Nairobi National Park. The talented resident artistes perform traditional dances and songs taken from the country's various tribal groups, including Arab-influenced Swahili Taarab music, Kalenjin warrior dances, Embu drumming and Kikuyu circumcision ceremonies. It's touristy, of course, but it's still a spectacular afternoon out.It is a must visit for all visitors
120 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 Fee Included
Park Fee Included: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage and Nairobi National Park entrance fees are included Pickup included
Giraffe Center,Orphanage, Beads
Nairobi Park fees Excluded: Pay on arrival your Nairobi National park entrance fee USD85 per adult, and USD50 Per child Pay park fees: Pay on arrival your Nairobi National park entrance fee USD85 per adult, and USD50 Per child 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
- Pay Extra $85 per person for Nairobi national park since it’s under KWS and it’s located inside the park. Its conservancy fee
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $115 to $395
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 38
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Gracepatt Safaris, who run 32 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.3.
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Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.
How much does Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour cost?
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Prices start at $115 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nairobi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Nairobi is not rushed.
Is Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 108 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Nairobi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour?
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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 Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour?
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Around 38 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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, Beads & Cultural Dance Tour 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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi?
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On Outty we rank every Nairobi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep, 1 Day trip to Hells Gate and optional Lake Naivasha From Nairobi, Nairobi Masai village Day Tour Experience. 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 Nairobi?
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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 Nairobi?
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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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