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Tours/Maasai Mara National Reserve/David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour

David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour

Maasai Mara National Reserve6 hours
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
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David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour
David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour

At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Price from
$95 / person
Location
Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Sabilom Kenya Tours & Safaris

Description

Enjoy a mix of activities on this day tour of Nairobi attractions. Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and the Giraffe Center to meet young elephants and Rothschild's giraffes and learn about conservation efforts to save both species. Then visit the Kazuri bead factory and perhaps purchase a souvenir.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 10+)
$95
Child (ages 3–9)
$85

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $175.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.

Tour Options

Nairobi Park Fees Excluded

Nairobi Park fees Excluded: Pay your Nairobi National Park Entrance fees USD85 Per person at the gate of the park Pickup included

All Nairobi Park Fees Included

Nairobi Park Fees Included: Your Nairobi National Park Entrance fees is included in this Package Pickup included

Itinerary

Giraffe Centre
Admission included60 min

Start your tour with pick up at your Nairobi Accommodation/Hotel. The first stop will be at Giraffe Center to see some Rothschild giraffes. The center's main purpose is to protect and help with the breeding of the endangered Rothschild Giraffe. Under the supervision of a professional, you can feed the giraffes from a raised observation platform. These platforms allow the visitors to come eye-to-eye with the giraffes. The center also has a large auditorium where visitors can listen to talks about Giraffe conservation and a various activities the center is involved in.

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Admission included60 min

The next stop will be David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where you will get great views of elephant calves. Daphne Sheldrick, as part of the David Sheldrick Conservation Foundation, rehabilitates baby elephants and other wildlife here at her home just outside of Nairobi National Park. These babies have lost their mothers to poaching, death, injuries, on getting lost in the wild or other tragedies.

Learn to Make Jewellery & Pottery from clay - Kazuri Beads Factory
60 min

You will then be driven to Kazuri Beads factory a pottery company that makes one of the world most beautiful beads. You will be shown all the stages from the start to the finish. Have lunch (own expense) at Bomas of Kenya then enter auditorium for cultural dances

What's included

Included
Pick up and drop off within Nairobi
Small Group Tour
Elephant Orphanage entrance fee
Professional Guide
Giraffe Center entrance fee
Not included
Lunch Own expense (Available for Purchase)
Pay Nairobi National Park fees (If Option Selected)

Pickup Locations & Times

Our driver guide will come to pick you up at your hotel lobby

How it compares in Maasai Mara National Reserve

  • Starting price $95 is 21% below the typical $120 for tours of similar length in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Excurgo comparison of 183 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pay Extra Park Entrance fees USD85 per adult, USD45per child

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center Guided Day Tour lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $95 per person for this Maasai Mara National Reserve experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $175. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.

How much does this tour cost for children?

Children aged 3–9 pay from $85, adults from $95.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Our driver guide will come to pick you up at your hotel lobby Pickup points include Sakina Hotel & Restaurant, Best Western Premier Westlands.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Pay Extra Park Entrance fees USD85 per adult, USD45per child

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

$95/ person
Duration6 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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