Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, & Kazuri Beads Tour
ID: GYG886192-1392552
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
This day tour offers a unique blend of wildlife encounters and cultural experiences in Nairobi.
Giraffe Centre – Meet the Rothschild Giraffes
Begin your day at the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Here, you can feed these gentle giants from an elevated platform and learn about conservation efforts to protect their species. Visitors often describe this experience as both educational and heartwarming.
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage – Witness Conservation in Action
Next, visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where orphaned baby elephants are rehabilitated. At 11:00 AM, observe the elephants during their feeding time and learn about their individual rescue stories.
Important Notes:
Advance Booking: Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance via the official Sheldrick Wildlife Trust website.
Park Entry Fee: The orphanage is located within Nairobi National Park, requiring an additional park entry fee. As of 2025, the fee for non-residents is $45 per adult and $35 per child.
Kazuri Beads Women's Cooperative – Empowering Local Artisans
Conclude your tour at the Kazuri Beads Factory, a women's cooperative that produces hand-crafted ceramic jewelry. Tour the workshop to see the bead-making process and support local artisans by purchasing unique souvenirs. Visitors have praised the factory for its quality products and positive impact on the community.
Additional Information:
Transportation: The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Nairobi.
Group Size: This is a private tour, allowing you to freely customize as per your liking
Duration: The tour lasts approximately 6 hours, making it a perfect morning and afternoon activity.
This tour provides a meaningful experience, combining wildlife encounters with insights into conservation efforts and local craftsmanship in Kenya.
Highlights
- Visit Giraffe Center
- Visit David Sheldriks Elephant Orphanage (24 hr, Reservation Needed)
- Visit Kazuri Beads Womens Cooperative
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
To visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, you must book at least 24 hours in advance via their website—no walk-ins allowed. The orphanage is inside Nairobi National Park, so you must also pay the park entry fee.
Entry Fees (2025):
Orphanage: $20 per adult / $0 per child (cash only)
Nairobi National Park: $45 per adult / $35 per child (non-residents)
Visiting hours are from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM daily (except Dec 25).
Don’t miss this chance to see. adopt and support rescued baby elephants!
INCLUDED
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Elephant Orphanage Entrance Fee
- Giraffe Center Entrance Fee
- Private Tour
- Entry/Admission - Giraffe Centre
- Entry/Admission - Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (We will take care of your reservation as long as you book 24 hours in advance, as per the rules of the David Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage)
- Entry/Admission - Kazuri Beads
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch (You can have an optional Lunch at the Carnivore restaurant in Nairobi, $30 per person)
- Entry/Admission - Nairobi National Park ($45 per person)
- Tips or Gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
