Giraffe Centre & David Sheldrick Day Tour

Wild Springs Adventures

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Full-Day Wildlife & Conservation Experience | 2026
 

TOUR OVERVIEW
 

Discover the best of Nairobi in a single day by combining thrilling wildlife encounters with inspiring conservation experiences and authentic Kenyan culture. This full-day experience takes you to Nairobi National Park - the only national park in the world located within a capital city - where wildlife roams freely against the backdrop of Nairobi's skyline.
 

Your journey continues to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, internationally renowned for rescuing, rehabilitating, and reintroducing orphaned elephants into the wild. You'll also visit the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild's giraffe, where you'll enjoy close encounters while learning about ongoing conservation efforts.
 

Complete your day with a visit to the Kazuri Beads Factory, where skilled artisans handcraft beautiful ceramic beads and pottery, or explore the vibrant Maasai Market for authentic Kenyan handicrafts, artwork, jewellery, textiles, and souvenirs.
 

Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, families, and travellers with limited time, this tour offers an unforgettable introduction to Kenya's remarkable wildlife and rich cultural heritage.
 

DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS
 

Nairobi National Park
 

Located just a few kilometres from Nairobi's city centre, Nairobi National Park is Kenya's oldest national park and one of the world's most unique wildlife destinations. Despite its proximity to the city, the park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including lions, black rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, cheetahs, hyenas, ostriches, antelopes, and over 400 bird species.
 

Enjoy an exciting game drive while witnessing the extraordinary contrast of Africa's wildlife roaming freely against Nairobi's modern skyline.
 

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
 

The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is globally recognized for rescuing, rehabilitating, and reintroducing orphaned elephants into the wild. During the daily public viewing session, visitors have the opportunity to watch rescued elephant calves being bottle-fed, playing in the mud, and interacting with their keepers while learning about Kenya's elephant conservation efforts.
 

Public viewing is available daily from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and requires advance booking due to limited daily capacity.
 

Giraffe Centre
 

The Giraffe Centre is dedicated to the conservation of the endangered Rothschild's giraffe through breeding programmes, conservation education, and habitat protection. Visitors can feed these gentle giants from an elevated viewing platform while learning about the Centre's conservation initiatives.


 

Kazuri Beads Factory / Maasai Market
 

Visit the renowned Kazuri Beads Factory and watch skilled artisans transform locally sourced clay into beautifully handcrafted ceramic beads and pottery. The factory empowers hundreds of Kenyan women through sustainable employment.
 

Alternatively, guests may choose to explore the Maasai Market, one of Nairobi's most popular shopping destinations for authentic Kenyan crafts, beadwork, paintings, wood carvings, jewellery, fabrics, and souvenirs.
 

FULL-DAY ITINERARY
 

07:30 AM | Pick-up
 

Pick-up from your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Meet your professional driver-guide before departing for your Nairobi wildlife adventure.
 

08:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Nairobi National Park Game Drive (Optional)
 

Enjoy an exciting morning game drive through Nairobi National Park in search of lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, ostriches, antelopes, and many other wildlife species while admiring the unique backdrop of Nairobi's skyline.
 

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
 

Visit the world-famous elephant orphanage during its public viewing session. Watch rescued elephant calves being bottle-fed, playing, and interacting with their keepers as you learn about the Trust's exceptional conservation work.
 

12:30 PM - 01:30 PM | Lunch
 

Enjoy lunch at a selected Nairobi restaurant (at own expense unless otherwise specified).
 

02:00 PM - 03:00 PM | Giraffe Centre
 

Feed the endangered Rothschild's giraffes from the elevated viewing platform and learn about the Centre's important conservation programmes.
 

03:30 PM - 04:30 PM | Kazuri Beads Factory or Maasai Market
 

Visit the Kazuri Beads Factory to observe handcrafted ceramic bead-making and browse locally made souvenirs. Alternatively, enjoy shopping at the Maasai Market for authentic Kenyan arts, crafts, jewellery, clothing, and gifts.
 

05:00 PM | Drop-off
 

Transfer back to your hotel, residence, or JKIA, marking the end of your memorable Nairobi Wildlife & Conservation Experience.
 

2026 PRICING – NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK, DAVID SHELDRICK & GIRAFFE CENTRE

TOUR INCLUSIONS
 

• Private transport throughout the tour.
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
• Visit to Nairobi National Park.
• Visit to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
• Visit to the Giraffe Centre.
• Visit to Kazuri Beads Factory or Maasai Market.
• Bottled drinking water during the tour.
   

TOUR EXCLUSIONS
 

• Nairobi National Park entrance fees.
• David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust entry fee.
• Giraffe Centre entry fee.
• Meals and drinks.
• Personal shopping and souvenirs.
• Tips and gratuities.
• Personal expenses.
• Any item not specifically mentioned under the tour inclusions.
  
   

IMPORTANT NOTE
 

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust: Access to the Elephant Nursery is strictly by advance booking only. Due to the limited number of visitors admitted each day, we strongly encourage guests to reserve their viewing slots well in advance to avoid disappointment.

 

CONTACT US

Wild Springs Adventures
 

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📞 +254 729 257 317
 

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