Nairobi’s Giraffe Centre and the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s elephant orphanage both offer close, ethical wildlife encounters within the city, popular half-day stops before or after a safari.
Standard Entry
Standard entry to either site individually lets you visit one attraction at your own pace – feeding giraffes at eye level or watching orphaned elephants during their public viewing hour.
Combo Ticket
A combo ticket bundles both sites into one visit, often with transport included, making efficient use of a single morning in Nairobi.
Is the Combo Ticket Worth It?
Since both sites are relatively close together and each only takes an hour or so, the combo ticket is an efficient way to see both without arranging separate transport.
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Practical Tips
- The elephant orphanage has limited public viewing hours, typically just one hour each morning – check current times.
- The Giraffe Centre lets you hand-feed giraffes directly – a memorable experience for kids and adults alike.
- Both sites are commonly combined with a visit to the nearby Karen Blixen Museum.
FAQ
What time is the elephant orphanage open to visitors?
Typically just one hour each morning – check the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s current schedule.
Can you feed the giraffes at the Giraffe Centre?
Yes, hand-feeding is the main activity, with pellets provided on site.
Final Thoughts
Both sites make an easy, rewarding half-day in Nairobi – the combo option is the simplest way to fit both in before heading out on safari.
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