The Best of Full-Day Nairobi City Tour: Karen Blixen Museum, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre & Bomas of Kenya.

Tour Overview

Experience the best of Nairobi on this exciting full-day city excursion, combining wildlife conservation, Kenyan history and authentic African culture. Visit four of Nairobi's most popular attractions: the Karen Blixen Museum, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre and Bomas of Kenya.

Get up close to endangered Rothschild's giraffes, witness the incredible work involved in rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned elephants, discover the fascinating history of Karen Blixen and enjoy spectacular traditional dances and cultural performances representing Kenya's diverse communities.

This Nairobi day tour is ideal for visitors with limited time who want to experience Kenya's wildlife, history and cultural heritage in one unforgettable day.

 

Tour Highlights

Visit the famous Karen Blixen Museum, home of the author of Out of Africa.


Discover the conservation work of the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.


Watch rescued baby elephants during their feeding and mud-bathing session.


Enjoy a close encounter with endangered Rothschild's giraffes at the Giraffe Centre.


Explore Kenya's rich cultural heritage at Bomas of Kenya.


Experience traditional Kenyan music, dances and acrobatic performances.


Enjoy a memorable full-day sightseeing experience in Nairobi.


 

Detailed Nairobi Day Tour Itinerary

7:30 AM – Hotel Pick-Up and Departure

Your professional English-speaking driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel or residence within Nairobi. After a short introduction and briefing about the day's activities, you will begin your Nairobi city excursion.

 

8:30 AM – Visit Karen Blixen Museum

Explore the historic Karen Blixen Museum, situated at the foot of the beautiful Ngong Hills in Nairobi's Karen suburb.

The museum was once the farmhouse of Danish author Karen Blixen, best known for her autobiography Out of Africa, which was later adapted into the famous 1985 film of the same name.

During your guided visit, discover the history of the former coffee plantation, explore the historic farmhouse, view fascinating historical artefacts and learn about Karen Blixen's life in Kenya.

Enjoy the peaceful gardens and beautiful views of the Ngong Hills while discovering an important part of Kenya's history.

10:00 AM – Transfer to David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

After exploring the Karen Blixen Museum, proceed to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, located inside Nairobi National Park.

 

11:00 AM – Visit David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage

Enjoy one of Nairobi's most memorable wildlife conservation experiences at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

 

The sanctuary is internationally recognised for rescuing, raising and rehabilitating orphaned elephants and rhinos. Many of these animals have lost their mothers due to poaching, human-wildlife conflict or other natural causes.

 

During the public visiting session, you will watch young elephants enjoying their milk feeds and mud baths while experienced keepers explain their individual stories and the conservation work involved in caring for them.

 

Learn how the elephants are nurtured and gradually prepared for eventual reintegration into the wild.

Important: The public elephant viewing session takes place from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and requires advance booking.

 

12:15 PM – Visit the Giraffe Centre

Continue to the famous Giraffe Centre, one of Nairobi's most popular wildlife attractions.

Here, you will have an opportunity to meet the endangered Rothschild's giraffes and learn about the conservation programmes protecting this unique species.

From the raised feeding platform, enjoy an unforgettable experience as you feed the giraffes using specially provided food pellets. You can also observe them at close range and take memorable photographs.

 

The centre offers an excellent opportunity to learn about wildlife protection and environmental conservation in Kenya.

 

1:15 PM – Lunch Break

Take a relaxing lunch break at a nearby restaurant, such as Mamba Village, where you can enjoy delicious Kenyan or international cuisine.

Lunch and drinks are available at your own expense.

 

2:30 PM – Visit Bomas of Kenya

After lunch, proceed to Bomas of Kenya, a wonderful cultural centre established to preserve and showcase Kenya's rich cultural heritage.

 

Discover traditional homesteads representing different Kenyan communities and learn about their traditional lifestyles, architecture, customs and cultural practices.

Enjoy colourful traditional dances, live music, energetic acrobatic performances and cultural displays showcasing the diversity of Kenya's communities.

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to experience the traditions, music and cultural identity that make Kenya unique.

 

4:30 PM – Return to Your Hotel or Airport

After an exciting day exploring Nairobi's wildlife, history and cultural attractions, your guide-driver will drop you off at your hotel or another agreed location within Nairobi.

 

 

Airport drop-off can also be arranged upon request.

End your day with wonderful memories of Nairobi and its incredible wildlife and cultural heritage.

 

Tour Inclusions

•           Pick-up and drop-off within Nairobi.


•           Professional English-speaking driver-guide.


•           Private transport in a comfortable safari vehicle.


•           Bottled drinking water during the tour.


•           Entrance fees to the attractions, if included in the selected package.


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•           Assistance with advance booking for the elephant orphanage.


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Tour Exclusions

•           Lunch, snacks and other meals.


•           Alcoholic and soft drinks.


•           Personal expenses and souvenirs.


•           Tips and gratuities.


•           Any services not specifically mentioned under inclusions.


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Important Booking Information: David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust requires advance reservations for its 11:00 AM public viewing session. Its nursery donation and the separate Nairobi National Park entry fee should be clearly accounted for when confirming the tour price. Please confirm which attraction entrance fees are included in your package before booking.

 

Why Book This Nairobi City Tour?

This full-day Nairobi excursion offers an excellent combination of wildlife, history and culture. Whether you are visiting Kenya for the first time, travelling with family or enjoying a short stopover in Nairobi, this experience allows you to discover some of the city's most iconic attractions in one convenient day.

Book your Nairobi city tour today and experience the beauty, history and cultural diversity of Kenya

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