Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Center & Sheldrick Half Day Tour
Description
Experience an unforgettable half-day game drive at Nairobi National Park, perfect for travelers with limited time. This activity is ideal for solo travelers, friends and family, offering an enjoyable day amidst stunning wildlife. Witness Nairobi's skyline juxtaposed with abundant animal life, including lions, giraffes, buffalo, antelopes, and the endangered black rhinos, along with over 400 bird species. Our experienced guide will lead you on an amazing journey, with photo opportunities at key locations.
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Itinerary
Begin with a pickup from your hotel, apartment, or airport by our knowledgeable driver/guide. The scenic drive to Nairobi National Park allows you to anticipate the exciting game drive ahead. Renowned for its expansive grasslands, the park is home to an impressive array of wildlife, including the endangered black rhinos and over 400 bird species. The distant city skyscrapers provide a unique, contrasting backdrop to the breathtaking natural environment. Following the exhilarating game drive, you will be comfortably dropped back at your hotel.
At the Giraffe Centre, meet the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes up close in one of Nairobi’s most beloved conservation sanctuaries. From an elevated wooden platform, you’ll have the chance to hand-feed these gentle giants, feel their long, curious tongues, and capture incredible photos. Learn about the center’s mission to protect and breed this rare giraffe subspecies, and enjoy a fun, educational experience that perfectly blends wildlife interaction with conservation awareness.
At the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, witness the heartwarming rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned baby elephants. Watch as the young elephants are bottle-fed, play in the mud, and interact with their keepers during the daily public session. Learn about each elephant’s touching story — from rescue to release — and the Trust’s pioneering conservation work that protects Kenya’s elephants and rhinos. It’s an inspiring, emotional experience that highlights the deep bond between humans and wildlife.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up at all apartments, hotels and AirBnBs.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(30)
Ernest was an excellent tour guide! Even driving through Nairobi before we got to the park he was pointing out birds! He has an encyclopedic knowledge of animals and was brimming with interesting facts! My traveling companion needed extra assistance and he was so patient and kind. The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust was fun and moving and their conservation is so important and effective. The Giraffe Center was equally delightful and again, Ernest provides animal education with such enthusiasm! We only had a very short time for adventure after a conference ended and wanted to make the most of it and we absolutely did with this tour! It's worth waking up early for! Highly recommend booking a tour with Ernest!
Earnest was kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. He made us feel so safe and welcome and answered a truly astounding number of questions. The vehicle was clean and safe and we enjoyed our trip so much we booked him again for the next day. 5/5
Ernest was an amazing guide! He was punctual, professional, extremely knowledgeable, and had amazing skills for spotting animals and birds. The game drive was incredible including a magical encounter with a pack of 7 lions, as well as white rhinos, black rhino, and so much more. I had no idea how big Nairobi National Park is and how many animals there are there. The elephant orphanage and giraffe center were so special and interactive. We had a truly amazing, unforgettable day. So glad we got to go with Ernest as we had booked last minute.
Mwalim tours gave us one of the best experience I and wife as we celebrated our 13th anniversary.The rates were quite pocket friendly.The guide was really helpful as and kind and well knowledgeable with terrain.
Hi Jackson, What a special way to celebrate your 13th anniversary - thank you for choosing to spend it with us! We’re truly honored to have been part of such an important milestone for you and your wife. It’s wonderful to hear that you found the experience one of the best, from our pocket-friendly rates to your guide’s knowledge, kindness, and understanding of the terrain. We take great pride in making sure every detail is just right, especially for occasions as meaningful as yours. From all of us at Mwalim Tours and Safaris, congratulations again on your anniversary! We hope to welcome you both back for many more celebrations and adventures ahead. 🌿
VeryGood and the park had great veiw the experience was one of a kind being the lions, rhino,it was the best safari
Hello again Samuel, We truly appreciate you sharing another wonderful review! It’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the great views and had such a unique experience -especially getting to see lions and rhinos. Those are unforgettable safari moments. We’re delighted that you consider it your best safari experience. That’s exactly what we strive for at Mwalim Tours and Safaris — creating one-of-a-kind adventures filled with incredible wildlife sightings and breathtaking scenery. We can’t wait to host you again for even more amazing encounters in the wild! 🦁
The customer service was great and the plan for paying was accomodating, and we enjoyed the different experience we were driven too
Thank you so much Leah for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our customer service and that the payment plan worked well for you - we always aim to make everything as smooth and accommodating as possible. We’re especially happy to hear you enjoyed the unique experience and your time with Leah. She truly loves creating memorable moments for our guests, and we’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to her. We appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you again for another great adventure soon!
All I can say is wow, we had the best time ever, most of all we our driver ernest was so cool. He had vast knowledge of all the animals we say educated us, allowed us to take our time taking photos and enjoying the game drive.
Wow! - thank you for this amazing review! Hearing that you had “the best time ever” truly means the world to us. We’re especially happy to hear that Ernest made such a strong impression. He’s incredibly passionate about wildlife, and his knowledge of the animals is something he genuinely loves sharing with our guests. A game drive is so much more than just spotting animals - it’s about understanding them, appreciating them, and being fully present in the moment. We’re also glad you never felt rushed. Taking your time with photos and really soaking in the experience is exactly how a proper game drive should be enjoyed. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Ernest - he’ll be thrilled. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon!
We had a good time with my friend's at Nairobi national park,the guide was very smart and knowledgeable.They planned the trip very well,I recommend mwalim tour and safaris to everyone who want to visit Kenya for safaris.
Dear Karry, Thank you so much for choosing Mwalim Tour and Safaris for your visit to Nairobi National Park. We’re delighted to hear that you and your friends had a great time! It’s wonderful to know that you found your guide smart and knowledgeable - we truly believe that a safari becomes unforgettable when you understand what you’re seeing, not just see it. We also take great pride in carefully planning each trip to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish. Your recommendation means so much to us. Thank you for trusting us with your Kenyan safari experience - we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! Warm regards, The Mwalim Team
it was very amazing ,we had fun this guy knows everything about the wild and he was very friendly and on time it was our greatest moments in the wild
Thank you so much! We’re really happy to hear you had such an amazing time and enjoyed every moment in the wild. It means a lot to us that you felt comfortable and had fun, and we’re glad our guide’s knowledge and friendliness made the experience even better. Hope to see you again for another great adventure!
Very proffesional driver and full of knoledge ,
Thank you, Jonathan! We really appreciate your kind feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the drive and found our guide professional and knowledgeable. Hope to see you again for another great experience!
