Safari

Full Day Nairobi National Park Tour with Game Drive, Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Center & Hotel Transfers

Spend a full day immersed in Nairobi's wildlife and conservation, from dawn in the park to up close moments with rescued elephants and giraffes.

Begin with hotel pickup and drop-off in Nairobi, settle into your safari vehicle, then ride to the park as it rolls into nearby wildlife areas.

Enjoy an extensive game drive through Nairobi National Park, then use your included entry to visit the elephant orphanage and the Giraffe Center.

Your driver guide shares stories on animal behavior and city conservation as you watch feedings, ask questions, and capture close up wildlife photos.

Upgrade to a private safari vehicle for space, quieter drives, flexible stops, and a pace tailored to your group at every wildlife stop.

Select your preferred safari style, from an open top tour van that maximizes views to a rugged 4x4 jeep designed for bumpy park tracks.

Full-day multi-stop Nairobi National Park wildlife tour

Entry to Nairobi National Park

4-hour park driving game safari

Visit to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage

Visit to Giraffe Center

Professional driver and guide

Round-trip hotel transfers

Private or shared safari vehicle (open-top tour van or 4x4 jeep) (as per option selected)

Additional costs to be paid on-site:

Park entry fees (USD 80 per adult and USD 40 per child for non-residents, USD 40 per adult and USD 20 per child for African citizens)

Admission to the Elephant Orphanage (USD 20)

Giraffe Centre (USD 15)

Food, drinks, and other personal expenses

Transfers from airport, hotels inside the airport (Argyle Grand, Hilton Garden Inn, 67 Airport), and accommodations in Mlolongo, Syokimau, Ongata Rongai, or past Safari Park Hotel

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Jun 2026
Was expecting a typical tourist trap but this tour blew me away. Our guide, Kelvin, literally had eagle eyes—spotted a massive rhino before anyone else even saw the dust cloud. We were in a group of four friends and the vibe was chilled. The van had these pop-up roofs, so you could stand and snap pics (but watch your hat, mine nearly flew off lol). The highlight for me was feeding the giraffes—they slobber a bit, fair warning. The bead workshop was unexpectedly fun, too. Got to chat with the women who make the jewelry and they sang for us, which felt suuuper special. Lunch was ok, nothing wild, but the gift shop had some funky giraffe mugs I couldn’t resist. Only downside: elephant orphanage was a bit crowded and I felt rushed at times, but still SO worth it. Would totally do again if in Nairobi.
Jun 2026
Took my parents on this tour for their anniversary and it delivered big time. The park was lush after the rains and we saw hippos chilling in the mud, plus a cheeky warthog that kept photobombing. Guide (Elijah) knew everyone at each stop and got us right to the front at the elephant feeding. My dad got a bit sunburnt, so bring a hat and sunscreen. The bead making demo was surprisingly hands-on—they even let us try rolling a bead! Giraffes were def the stars for my mom. Just go, you’ll love it.
May 2026
Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to see so many animals right outside a MAJOR city. Nairobi park is wild! Saw lions, rhinos, even a baby giraffe. The elephant orphanage is heart-melting—those lil guys are so playful. Our driver, Henry, was super knowledgeable, answered all my random questions about birds (I’m a bird nerd). Giraffe center had a bit of a line but worth the wait. Loved the bead factory, too. If you like animals and crafts, don’t skip this.
May 2026
Went solo and wasn’t sure what to expect, but ended up making friends with two other folks on the jeep. Our guide, Simon, had jokes for days. Saw lions almost RIGHT by the road, which was unreal. Not a fan of early wakeups, but you gotta be up at dawn for this (they mean it, bring coffee). Bit of a queue at the giraffe center, and wish we had more time there. Bead shop was cool, got my mom a necklace. Pro tip: bring snacks, lunch is late in the day.
May 2026
Family trip with two kids (7 and 10). Kids LOVED the elephants but the safari part was a bit too long for them, got kinda restless after a while. Our guide was patient though and stopped whenever we spotted something cool. Giraffe center was super crowded and hard for little ones to see over the rail. Lunch was basic, nothing fancy. Next time I’d bring more snacks for the kids. Overall, good day out but maybe better for older kids.

Explore Nairobi National Park, the elephant orphanage, and the giraffe center in one guided full-day safari with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Getting started

Your day begins with hotel pickup in Nairobi, where you meet your professional driver and guide and board your selected private or shared safari vehicle, either an open-top tour van or 4x4 jeep. Travel directly toward Nairobi National Park with your passport or ID ready for park entry. Once your Nairobi National Park entry ticket is arranged, you continue into the park for the first game drive.

Nairobi National Park

Nairobi National Park sits just outside the city and is the first main stop on your full-day safari. You spend the morning on an extensive game drive inside the park.

Features

During the extensive game drive, you travel through open savannah and bush areas as your guide helps you look for wildlife that lives inside Nairobi National Park.

Access to the park is included with your Nairobi National Park entry ticket, which your professional driver and guide handle so you can focus on the game viewing.

Depending on your booking, you explore the park in a private 4x4 jeep safari vehicle, a private open-top safari tour van, a shared 4x4 jeep safari vehicle, or a shared open-top safari tour van, each with open viewing for photography.

Elephant orphanage

What to expect

After leaving the park, you continue by vehicle to the elephant orphanage, a conservation center where young elephants are cared for. You spend time observing them during a scheduled visit.

Features

At the elephant orphanage, you watch the young elephants in their secure viewing area as staff demonstrate feeding and care routines for the rescued animals.

Entry to this stop is covered by your elephant orphanage entry fee, already included in your experience, so you do not need to purchase a separate ticket on site.

Your professional driver and guide manage timing and transport between Nairobi National Park and the elephant orphanage, keeping the day on schedule.

Giraffe center

What to expect

The final main stop is the giraffe center, which focuses on conservation and education. You spend your visit viewing giraffes from designated platforms and walkways.

Features

At the giraffe center, you see giraffes at close range from raised viewpoints designed for observation and photos in a controlled setting.

Your giraffe center entry fee is included, giving you access to the center’s viewing areas without additional payment at the entrance.

After your time at the giraffe center, your driver and guide return you by vehicle to your Nairobi hotel, completing the hotel pickup and drop-off service included in your safari.

What to bring

ID requirement: Bring a valid passport or national ID card for park and attraction entry.

Clothing: Wear comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for a full-day safari.

Sun protection: Bring sunglasses and a sun hat to protect yourself from the sun.

Payments: Carry cash for food, drinks, and personal expenses during the day.

Additional information

Airport hotels: There is no free pickup or drop-off from the airport or hotels located inside the airport.

Excluded hotels: Pickup is not offered from Argyle Grand, Hilton Garden Inn, or 67 Airport Hotel.

Mlolongo & Syokimau: Pickup is not available from any hotel located in Mlolongo or Syokimau.

Ongata Rongai: Pickup is not available from any lodge or hotel located in Ongata Rongai.

Farther hotels: Pickup is not available from any hotel located past Safari Park Hotel.

Park entry fees are not included and must be paid at the gate:

Non-residents: USD 80 per adult and USD 40 per child

African citizens: USD 40 per adult and USD 20 per child

Entry fees for the Elephant Orphanage (USD 20 per person) and Giraffe Centre (USD 15 per person) are not included and must be paid directly at the venue.

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