Day Trip to Nairobi National Park and Elephant Orphanage

Located just 14 kilometers from the city center, Nairobi National Park offers a unique experience as the only park in the world so close to a major city. For short-term visitors, the park provides the opportunity to see a wide variety of animals typically found on longer safaris, including rhinos, buffaloes, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, and numerous antelopes and gazelles. The best time to visit the park is early in the morning, with game drives lasting 3 to 4 hours. Afterwards, you can enjoy breakfast at the renowned Rangers Restaurant, which overlooks a waterhole that occasionally attracts wildlife, giving you an authentic bush experience.

Choose from two flexible safari options to explore the iconic Nairobi National Park, followed by a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. Enjoy seamless hotel transfers, a private guide, and unforgettable wildlife moments.

Option 1 – Morning Game Drive + Elephant Orphanage
6:00 AM – Pickup from your hotel or residence
6:30 AM to 10:30 AM – Game drive inside Nairobi National Park. Spot lions, giraffes, rhinos, buffalo, cheetahs, zebras, and more all set against the Nairobi skyline.
10:30 AM – Depart for the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM – Visit the Elephant Orphanage. Watch rescued baby elephants being fed and hear their rescue stories.
12:30 PM – Drop-off at your hotel or continue to optional activities
Option 2 – Afternoon Game Drive (No Orphanage Visit)
1:30 PM – Pickup from your hotel or residence
2:00 PM to 6:30 PM – Afternoon game drive in Nairobi National Park. Watch animals gather at watering points and enjoy golden hour photo opportunities
6:30 PM – Return to your hotel
Pickup & Transfer
Your private guide and vehicle will collect you directly from your location in Nairobi hotel or residence. Travel in a 4x4 safari minivan or pop-up roof jeep for an immersive game-viewing experience.
Nairobi National Park Game Drive
Enjoy a relaxed 4-hour guided game drive through Kenya’s first national park, located just outside the city.
Spot iconic wildlife including: lions, black rhino, giraffes, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, hyena, cheetah, and over 500 bird species.
The park also offers dramatic views of Nairobi's skyline in the background a unique contrast of wilderness and cityscape.

Elephant Orphanage Visit (Only with Morning Option)
Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM the only public hour for feeding and mud-bathing.
Learn about each elephant's rescue and rehabilitation from the dedicated keepers.
Entry fee: approx. USD 20 per person
Note: Early arrival is essential as space is limited and admission is strictly timed.

Optional Add-Ons
After your tour, you may choose to:
Enjoy a coffee or light snack at a local café
Visit the Giraffe Centre to feed endangered Rothschild’s giraffes (USD 15 entry)
Explore the Kazuri Beads Workshop for local handmade crafts and souvenirs
Add a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum (upon request)

Drop-Off
At the end of your experience, your guide will drop you off at your preferred location hotel, residence, or airport.