Full Day Nairobi national park safari, elephant orphanage and giraffe Centre excursion

Nairobi National Park, safari is situated just a stone’s throw away from Kenya’s bustling capital city. It is a unique and remarkable wildlife sanctuary.

Key features of Nairobi National Park include:

1. Proximity to the City: Nairobi National Park is located merely 7 kilometers south of Nairobi’s city center. Offering both locals and visitors a convenient escape into nature without the need for extensive travel.
2. Diverse Wildlife: Despite its relatively modest size, the park boasts a rich diversity of wildlife. Visitors can encounter iconic African species such as lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and rhinos, among others. The park is also a haven for birdwatchers, with over 400 bird species documented.
3. Scenic Beauty: The park’s landscape showcases a mix of open grass plains, scattered acacia bush, and riverine forests. Creating a picturesque setting. Mount Kilimanjaro provides a stunning backdrop on clear days, adding to the park’s visual appeal.
4. Conservation and Education: Nairobi National Park plays a crucial role in wildlife conservation. Serving as a vital refuge for endangered species. Additionally, it serves an educational purpose, offering opportunities for the public to learn about and appreciate Kenya’s diverse flora and fauna.
5. Visitor Activities: The park offers various activities, with game drives being a popular choice. Guided tours provide visitors with the chance to observe and photograph the wildlife against the unique backdrop of the Nairobi skyline. Picnic sites within the park allow for a relaxing day out in nature.
6. Animal Orphanages: Within the park, visitors can also find animal orphanages, such as the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant and rhino orphanage, contributing to wildlife rehabilitation and awareness initiatives.

FULL DAY TOUR PLAN

Full day Nairobi national park safari starts with an early departure from your accommodation or the airport in Nairobi, setting out for a brief journey to Nairobi National Park.

Dive straight into an exhilarating game drive, where you’ll encounter the park’s diverse array of wildlife.

Witness these majestic animals grazing against the striking backdrop of the city skyline, creating a captivating scene.

The game drive is scheduled to continue until 11:00 AM this can be customized based on your timings and preferences.

After Nairobi National Park head out to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant and rhino orphanage, located within the western part of Nairobi National Park. This excursion is only 1 hour per day which starts from 11 am to 12 pm.

Here, you’ll witness the heartwarming sight of baby elephants being fed milk from bottles.

The dedicated keepers will provide detailed insights into each elephant’s background, and the stories of how they became orphans.

This visit not only offers a memorable experience but also presents an opportunity to support conservation efforts. This is through considering the option of adopting a baby elephant.

After this tour you will make your way to the Giraffe Center, an organization dedicated to raising awareness about endangered species and environmental conservation.

Immerse yourself in an educational experience about giraffes, guided by experts. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to hand-feed these magnificent creatures under the watchful eye of trained staff.

In the same full day in Nairobi national park safari you will have a chance to do a free class to understand more of the giraffe types there are and here each type is found.

Moreso you will learn of their Defence mechanism and their interrelated relationship with the warthogs. After the class we shall wind up the day with being dropped at your Nairobi hotel or airport