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Giraffes & Elephants Day Tour in Nairobi by Giraffe Centre Day Tour

Name: Giraffes &amp; Elephants Day Tour in Nairobi by Giraffe Centre Day Tour
SKU: 4571
Price: 50.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Escape Nairobi’s bustling city centre and head towards the leafy suburb of Karen. Nairobi has become famous for its traffic – but you’ll get to sit back and take in the interesting sites of local life on our journey through East Africa’s largest city. Your driver and guide will be tell you about Nairobi’s history and modern life as you travel.

[alert-note]Our first stop will be the Africa Fund for Endangered Wildlife’s famous Giraffe Centre. The centre has pioneered an innovative breeding programme that’s helping to grow the population of the endangered Rothschild giraffe in the wild. You’ll learn more about this fascinating animal and the breeding project as you get up close and personal with the giraffes from the centre’s raised walkway. [/alert-note]

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David Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage

Afterwards, we’ll head the short distance to David Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage, located on the edge of Nairobi National Park. Since its inception, the project has hand-reared more than 150 baby elephants that have been orphaned in the wild, often due to poaching. The orphanage helps to reintegrate these gorgeous creatures into the wilds of Tsavo National Park in the east of the country. You’ll learn more about this fascinating venture and see the baby elephants being fed by their keepers.

[alert-note]We’ll then head back to central Nairobi, where our tour will end around lunchtime, leaving you free for the rest of the afternoon to explore downtown Nairobi on your own.[/alert-note]

Additional information

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, transportation, entry fees.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and items of a personal nature, tips/gratuities for your local guide.
Dress standard: When packing, be aware that dress standards are conservative throughout Africa. To respect this, and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means covering shoulders and no short shorts. We recommend a mixture of loose, lightweight clothing and warm clothing for the evenings. Shorts should be knee-length. Singlets and tank tops are not suitable. Topless sun bathing is unacceptable.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We’ll see you at your hotel for pick up. Please check your hotel details are correct on the voucher. If your details are not correct, it is very important to please email us to confirm your correct pick up hotel using the contact details on the voucher. If you prefer you may also phone the change through to us during business hours.
Child Policy: Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.

Day Tour Snapshot

Head to the leafy ex-colonial suburbs of Nairobi to visit two of the city’s most famous attractions: the Africa Fund for Endangered Wildlife’s Giraffe Centre and David Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage.

Highlights

Head out of town to Nairobi’s leafy Karen suburb
Get up close to the endangered Rothschild giraffe at the Africa Fund for Endangered Wildlife’s Giraffe Centre
Head to David Sheldrick’s famous Elephant Orphanage for an unforgettable visit
Learn how local programs in Nairobi are helping to reintegrate animals back into the wild
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, transportation, entry fees.

Exclusions:

Food and drinks, souvenirs and items of a personal nature, tips/gratuities for your local guide.

Nairobi Day Tours & Trips By Giraffe Centre Day Tour

Nairobi, gateway to the entire East African safari circuit
Nairobi is the capital city of Kenya and functions as a major gateway to and from the entire East African safari circuit. It’s generally the place where most Kenya safaris begin and end, and is the ideal place to stock up on last minute goodies, before you head out into the African wilderness.

[alert-note]Nairobi has developed a great deal over the last ten years, becoming one of Africa’s largest and most interesting cities. A place of great contrasts, the modern world has quickly caught up with this city and it’s not uncommon to see Maasai warriors in their traditional red robes speaking on mobile phones or riding motor bikes.[/alert-note]

Nairobi Tourist Attractions

The city’s vibrant streets are filled with bustling markets and colorful bazaars, offering one of the best places in East Africa for souvenir hunting. The commercial and cultural centre of Kenya, Nairobi has a good selection of tourist attractions, including Africa’s biggest ice rink and several fine museums.

Giraffe Centre Day Tour | Nairobi Day Tour

One of the places you may want to visit is Africa Fund for Endangered Wildlife’s famously known as The Giraffe Centre. The centre has pioneered an innovative breeding programme that’s helping to grow the population of the endangered Rothschild giraffe in the wild. You’ll learn more about this fascinating animal and the breeding project as you get up close and personal with the giraffes from the centre’s raised walkway.

Daphne & David Sheldrick’s Elephant Animal Orphanage Nairobi Day Tour

Boasting boundless energy, Nairobi is a city like no other with a pulsing nightlife and a variety of excellent restaurants. For a unique wildlife experience, visit the Daphne & David Sheldrick’s Elephant Animal Orphanage – ideal for a day trip. Here orphaned baby elephants amongst other animals are taken care of by a dedicated team of conservationists and you’ll have the opportunity to get close to them and see elephants playing and being fed.

[alert-note]As with any capital city, Nairobi accommodation options are abundant ranging from luxurious hotels to more affordable lodges, to suit each traveller’s unique taste and budget. Ideally located, Nairobi serves as a great pit stop before or after your trip to Masai Mara and Amboseli National Park.[/alert-note]

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Giraffes & Elephants Day Tour in Nairobi by Giraffe Centre Day Tour