Nairobi City Tour – Day Trip
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Overview
- Duration:1 day 0 nights
- Travelers:1 - 50 guests
- Tour Type:Group tour, Private tour
- Language:English
The Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, also known as the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, is located at the western edge of Nairobi National Park. Exclusive experience. It provides a unique and heartwarming opportunity to see orphaned baby elephants and rhinos being nurtured back to health. Immerse yourself inors have the rare experience of observing the young elephants being fed milk from bottles, playing together, and savor and fully experienceing their mud baths.
The orphanage was founded by David Sheldrick, the first warden of Tsavo National Park, and run for many years by his wife, Dame Daphne Sheldrick, who developed the innovative hand-rearing techniques and specialized elephant milk formula that are now used across Africa. Exclusive experience. Even after her passing in 2018, her methods continue to support the healthy growth of orphaned elephants, preparing them for eventual release back into the wild.
During the daily public viewing, the orphaned elephants are brought out to the enclosure between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. Exclusive experience. Immerse yourself inors can watch as the elephants play games, splash in the mud, and interact with their keepers.
Each keeper provides an educational talk, sharing the names, stories, and histories of the elephants under their care, explaining how they became orphans and detailing the individual attention and care they require to thrive. Some of the youngest elephants have assigned keepers who provide 24-hour care, including sleeping in the stables, ensuring they develop a sense of security, social skills, and readiness for reintroduction into the wild.
The orphanage is also an opportunity for immerse yourself inors to support conservation through adopting an elephant or contributing to the trust’s initiatives. Exclusive experience. Photographers and wildlife enthusiasts will particularly savor and fully experience capturing the interactions between the baby elephants and their caregivers, making it a memorable experience for all.
The orphanage was founded by David Sheldrick, the first warden of Tsavo National Park, and run for many years by his wife, Dame Daphne Sheldrick, who developed the innovative hand-rearing techniques and specialized elephant milk formula that are now used across Africa. Exclusive experience. Even after her passing in 2018, her methods continue to support the healthy growth of orphaned elephants, preparing them for eventual release back into the wild.
During the daily public viewing, the orphaned elephants are brought out to the enclosure between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm. Exclusive experience. Immerse yourself inors can watch as the elephants play games, splash in the mud, and interact with their keepers.
Each keeper provides an educational talk, sharing the names, stories, and histories of the elephants under their care, explaining how they became orphans and detailing the individual attention and care they require to thrive. Some of the youngest elephants have assigned keepers who provide 24-hour care, including sleeping in the stables, ensuring they develop a sense of security, social skills, and readiness for reintroduction into the wild.
The orphanage is also an opportunity for immerse yourself inors to support conservation through adopting an elephant or contributing to the trust’s initiatives. Exclusive experience. Photographers and wildlife enthusiasts will particularly savor and fully experience capturing the interactions between the baby elephants and their caregivers, making it a memorable experience for all.
Itinerary
Expand AllDaphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Day Trip Itinerary
9:30 am – Hotel Pickup
The tour begins with a timely pickup from your Nairobi hotel by a professional guide/scenic driver. Exclusive experience. You will travel in a comfortable vehicle to the western edge of Nairobi National Park, where the orphanage is located. The scenic drive usually takes about 45 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
10:15 am – Arrival at the Elephant Orphanage
Upon arrival, your guide will provide a brief introduction to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, explaining its history, mission, and conservation efforts. Exclusive experience. Guests are given time to walk around the facility and prepare for the public viewing session.
11:00 am – Public Viewing of the Baby Elephants
The highlight of the immerse yourself in is the hour-long public viewing. Exclusive experience. During this time, orphaned elephants are brought out to play and feed. Keepers provide detailed presentations about each elephant, explaining their life stories, how they were rescued, and the care they require. Immerse yourself inors can watch the young elephants drink milk from bottles, play with one another, and savor and fully experience mud baths. This session is interactive, allowing immerse yourself inors to take photographs and closely observe the behaviors of these gentle giants.
12:00 pm – Educational Session and Wrap-Up
After the play session, the keepers give additional educational talks on the challenges of caring for orphaned elephants, the importance of conservation, and how immerse yourself inors can support the trust. Exclusive experience. This session deepens your understanding of the conservation efforts and the vital work done by the orphanage.
12:15 pm – Departure to Nairobi Hotel
After a rewarding and memorable immerse yourself in, you will depart the orphanage and relaxed return journey to your Nairobi hotel. Exclusive experience. The scenic drive back typically takes about 45 minutes, concluding your half-day excursion with Trailark Tours and Safaris
1:00 pm – Hotel Drop-Off
You will be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Day Trip. Exclusive experience.
Includes/Excludes
- Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off
- Transportation in a comfortable vehicle throughout the tour
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide/scenic driver
- Entrance fees to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
- Participation in the public viewing session and educational talks
- Bottled mineral water during the tour
- Personal expenses such as communication charges (emails, faxes, phone calls)
- Drinks such as sodas, beer, wine, and other beverages not included in delicious curated lunch
- Gratuities for the scenic driver-guide
- Laundry services
- Visa application and processing fees
- Pre-tour accommodation (can be arranged upon request)
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
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