Bomas Of Kenya , Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage With Local Lunch
This tour is a great way to experience some of the best that Nairobi has to offer in one day. You'll start your day at the Giraffe Center, where you'll get up close and personal with endangered Rothschild's giraffes. Then, you'll head to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, also known as the Elephant Orphanage, to learn about their work rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned elephants. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a delicious local lunch, and then finish your day at the Bomas of Kenya, where you'll learn about Kenyan culture through traditional dances, music, and demonstrations.
Morning:
- 8:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel in Nairobi.
- 9:00 AM: Arrive at the Giraffe Center. Take a guided tour of the center and learn about the Rothschild's giraffe, a critically endangered species. You'll have the opportunity to feed the giraffes from a raised platform and even get a kiss from one!
- 10:30 AM: Depart for the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (Elephant Orphanage)
- 11:00 AM: Arrive at the Elephant Orphanage. Watch the baby elephants being fed and learn about the Trust's work in rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned elephants. You may even have the opportunity to see the elephants mud wallowing or playing with each other.
Afternoon:
- 12:30 PM: Depart for lunch. Enjoy a delicious local lunch at a restaurant near the Elephant Orphanage.
- 2:00 PM: Depart for the Bomas of Kenya.
- 2:30 PM: Arrive at the Bomas of Kenya. Take a guided tour of the cultural center and learn about the different tribes of Kenya. You'll see traditional homesteads, watch cultural performances, and learn about Kenyan crafts and traditions.
- 4:00 PM: Depart for your hotel.
Things to keep in mind:
- Be sure to book your tours and activities in advance, especially if you are traveling during peak season.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing that you don't mind getting dirty, should the baby elephants decide to suprise you
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
- Bring Kenyan shillings for any souvenirs or gratuities.
- You will have a qualified Driver-Guide for your tour
- Bottled Water will be provided
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses
- Pick Up and Drop off is included - Remember to send over your address to help coordinate this
- All Entry Fees has to be pre-paid either by us (if indicated) or by yourself
What is Included
- Transport
- Pick-Up and Drop off
- Bottled Water
- Lunch
- Entrance fee for various sites
- Driver guide
What is Excluded
- Food and Drinks
- Travel Insurance
- Anything not mentioned