Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Center + Kazuri Bead Factory Day Tour

Nairobi Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Center and Kazuri Bead Factory Day Tour

This guided Nairobi day tour combines wildlife conservation with local craftsmanship, visiting three of the city's most distinctive attractions. You'll meet orphaned elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, hand-feed endangered Rothschild's giraffes at the Giraffe Center, and watch skilled artisans create handmade clay beads at the Kazuri Bead Factory.

The tour starts at the Giraffe Center, where you can observe and feed these towering animals in a protected environment. Guides explain giraffe behaviour and the conservation work protecting this endangered subspecies. Next, you'll visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to watch baby elephants play, bathe in mud and feed whilst learning about their rescue stories and rehabilitation process. The day concludes at Kazuri Bead Factory, where you'll see the complete process of creating handmade beads and pottery, from shaping to kiln firing.

What is Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Nairobi
• Transportation throughout the tour
• Entry fees to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
• Entry fees to Giraffe Center
• Guided visit to Kazuri Bead Factory
• Professional guide throughout the day

Good to Know

The tour includes hotel pickup 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. All three locations are wheelchair accessible for guests with mobility needs. Children will particularly enjoy the animal encounters and interactive activities at both wildlife centres.

Follow your guide's instructions at each site and avoid feeding animals with unauthorised food. At the Kazuri Bead Factory, respect the artisans' workspace and avoid touching unfinished products. The factory also offers souvenir shopping opportunities if you wish to purchase handmade items.

If you're planning to explore more of Kenya's wildlife, consider adding a Nairobi National Park safari to see the Big Five just outside the city centre. For those interested in cultural experiences beyond this tour, a Nairobi cultural heritage tour provides deeper insight into the city's diverse communities and traditions.