
Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour.
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 29 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour. worth booking?
Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour. is a 6-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $60 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (29)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $60 per person
Discover wildlife and birds in a whole new way in Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre on this private guided tour. Learn about the bead making process using clay at the bead factory. Your guide w
What you get
- Extensive Game drive in Nairobi national park
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel/residence in Nairobi
- Proffesional Driver/Guide
- Bottled water
About this experience
Discover wildlife and birds in a whole new way in Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre on this private guided tour. Learn about the bead making process using clay at the bead factory. Your guide will drive you to these major attractions in Nairobi on this exciting tour. View the incredible animals including lions, giraffes, rhinos, buffalos, zebras and many more. Capture breathtaking moments with wildlife and backgrounds of the city without having to drive too far. Lay back relax and let your guide show you these amazing places in Nairobi.
What's included
Included
- Extensive Game drive in Nairobi national park
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel/residence in Nairobi
- Proffesional Driver/Guide
- Bottled water
Not included
- Tips and Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Nairobi Park Entrance fee
- Elephant orphanage entrance fee
- Giraffe Centre entrance fee
What you'll see and do
Nairobi National Park
Our accredited guide will meet you at 6am at your residence/hotel within Nairobi to start your 30 minute drive to Nairobi National Park. You can buy tickets online (kwspay.ecitizen) or pay by card at the gate. This will be a 3 hour game drive where you explore various parts of the National Park. You will see different animals such as lions, hippos, impalas, gazelles, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, monkeys, baboons, crocodiles, hartebeest, wildebeest, eland and many more. If you are lucky you may even spot a leopard or a cheetah. Also there are over a hundred species of birds to be spotted in the park and you could challenge your guide to tell you the names of each. Once you are satisfied you will drive out of the park and head for the Elephant orphanage.
240 minutes here · Admission not included
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
We have guaranteed slots for visiting the elephant orphanage. You only need the entrance fee(20usd) in cash or card. Enjoy getting close to baby elephants during feeding time and learn more about their stories.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Giraffe Centre
Visit the beautiful Rothschild giraffe sanctuary and learn their names and stories during feeding time. Entrance is ksh1500 paid by card. Our guide will take care of you to make sure you get as close as possible to these majestic animals on an elevated platform.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Kazuri Beads Factory
Visit a local bead factory to explore craftmanship and women employment initiatives. These skilled artisans handicraft beautiful ceramic beads and pottery using traditional techniques. Observe the bead making process from shaping and painting to firing in the kiln. Explore the showroom where a wide variety of handmade jewelry and crafts are available for purchase.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
All 3 entrances included
Park Elephants and giraffes : For this option all entrances are included Pickup included
Entrances not included
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ace Ecotours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions .
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 29 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
29 verified traveler reviews for Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fabulous day, seeing the animals and local culture
We enjoyed our day so much! Our driver Paul took us all over the park to see the animals. The drivers can communicate so that they share where of animals are, which is great! The elephant orphanage was really cute with all the baby elephants being bottle-fed in front of us. They had a baby rhino and baby zebra as well when we were there. So cute! The Giraffes center was good too, where you get to feed the many giraffes. They were all hungry, so we got to do that quite a while & get photos and videos. The bead factory was amazing. They show you how they make the beads from clay and then make lots of beautiful products. Then our driver suggested a wonderful restaurant, which we loved. It was a whole experience! (Carnivore) He even took us to the market & another shopping area so we could support the locals and enjoy their beautiful creations. Highly recommend!!
Response from the operator: Thank you Melanie for the detailed recommendation! We will pass your kind words to the guide Paul. Asante!
via Tripadvisor
Safe, Professional & Friendly
I had a great experience with my tour guide. He was professional, friendly, and always made sure I was comfortable and safe throughout the tour. His kindness and attention to detail made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. I highly recommend him!
Response from the operator: Thank you Culture for the great review! Our guides always do their best to offer memorable adventures for our guests. We hope to hear from you again soon. Asante!
via Tripadvisor
Perfect Day Out!
We booked this full-day tour for our corporate team, and it was a massive success. Everything was incredibly well-organized, which made it completely stress-free for a large group. Seeing the wildlife in Nairobi National Park right against the city backdrop was unforgettable, and everyone loved interacting with the baby elephants and feeding the giraffes. It was the perfect mix of a relaxed day out and an amazing team-bonding experience. Highly recommend for any group looking to do something unique together!
Response from the operator: Thank you Gabriel for your insightful review of the tour in Nairobi. We pride ourselves in curating unforgettable adventures for everybody. I hope to hear from you again soon! Asante!
via Tripadvisor
Great day for wildlife in Nairobi
It was a great day with Paul. He went above and beyond in making me feel cared for. Our safari drive was incredible. We saw lion, rhino, giraffe, crocodile, hippo and hyena. The whole day had the perfect pace. Paul gave thoughtful tips on where to stand for the orphan elephant feeding. The choice of lunch stop was great and they have undersold the visit to the bead making facility. It was amazing to learn how these women are empowered through their art. I felt like I lived a lifetime in a day.
Response from the operator: Hello Jennifer, We appreciate that you took your time to write this splendid review of your tour in Nairobi with Paul. We are very happy that the tour exceeded your expectations as this is what we strive to offer, nothing but the best. We hope to hear from you again for your next adventure. Asante!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience as a solo traveler
I just had an amazing day out with guide Peter visiting the safari in Nairobi. We saw a pride of lions, rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras just to mention a few. The guide knew his way around the park very well and he made sure I had the best views of all the animals. The elephant orphanage and giraffes visit was a nice contrast as I could touch them and hear their names and stories. The guide even took me to a bead factory and a souvenir shop on the way back. I'm so glad I booked with this company as the communication and professionalism was top notch! 10/10.
Response from the operator: Hello Benson, Thank you for the review of your tour in Nairobi park, elephant orphanage and giraffe centre. We always strive to ensure our guides deliver the best experiences for our clients. We hope to hear from you again! Regards.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $270
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.
How much does Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour. cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour. take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 29 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 Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre 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 Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour. suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre Tour.?
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Around 10 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Nairobi Park Safari, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre 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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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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