Daphne Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage Tour

What’s Included:

• Insightful guided tour by knowledgeable staff
• Up-close encounter with orphaned baby elephants and rhinos
• Heartwarming narratives of rescue and rehabilitation efforts
• Exclusive feeding session with baby elephants
• Time for photos and interaction with the animals
• Optional visit to the gift shop featuring unique wildlife-themed souvenirs

A Trust Worker Shares Laughter with a Playful Baby Elephant. Image by DSW

Overview

Go on an enchanting journey to the heart of Nairobi’s natural wonders with a visit to the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, operated by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Delve into the heartwarming tale of rescue, rehabilitation, and release as you witness the incredible bond between humans and orphaned baby elephants. The highlight of this experience is an intimate opportunity to feed these gentle giants, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Brief Itinerary:

• 11:45 AM: Arrival at the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
• 12:00 PM: Introduction to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Mission and Background
• 12:15 PM: Guided Tour of the Elephant Nursery and Rhino Enclosures
• 12:30 PM: Heartfelt Stories Behind Each Rescued Elephant and Rhino
• 12:45 PM: Feeding Session: Interact and Feed Baby Elephants
• 1:00 PM: Tour Conclusion and Optional Souvenir Shopping

Elephant conservationist Dame Daphne Sheldrick (2ndR) with her family and Trust staff.

Story Behind the Establishment

The Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, now managed by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, stands as a living testament to the late Daphne Sheldrick’s lifelong dedication to conservation. Daphne, a British-Kenyan wildlife conservationist, pioneered innovative methods for nurturing orphaned elephants and reintroducing them into the wild. Her deep understanding of these magnificent creatures led to the development of the Trust, which continues her legacy today.

Driven by her passion, Daphne Sheldrick and her team overcame challenges to rescue and raise orphaned elephants and rhinos, providing them with love, care, and a second chance at life. Visitors to the orphanage are invited to be part of this remarkable journey, gaining firsthand knowledge of the Trust’s tireless efforts to protect and preserve Africa’s iconic wildlife.

Don’t miss the chance to be a part of this heartwarming conservation endeavor. Join us for a once in a lifetime experience at the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and make a lasting impact on the future of these incredible creatures.

This tour can be combined with The Giraffe Center Tour