Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre Tour

Highlights

• ✓Feed giraffes by hand at the Giraffe Centre with expert guidance
• ✓Observe baby and young orphaned elephants during the 11am–12pm viewing window
• ✓Learn about wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts from conservationists
• ✓Photograph endangered Rothschild giraffes up close
• ✓Support active conservation projects through your visit

Insider tips

• ★Arrive early at David Sheldrick to secure a good vantage point; the noon slot fills quickly during peak season
• ★Bring pellets for giraffe feeding (often provided), but avoid direct hand contact with their long tongues—let them take food gently
• ★The morning light is best for photography at both venues; plan your camera time accordingly
• ★Wear neutral colours; bright clothing can startle the animals

Good to know

• •Duration is 6 hours total; plan for travel time between the two venues
• •Elephant orphanage viewing is strictly 11am–12pm—this is non-negotiable
• •David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage is closed on Christmas Day (25 December); alternative arrangements will be offered
• •Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection recommended; facilities are outdoors
• •Children welcome; supervision required for young visitors during giraffe feeding

Who it's for

Best time to visit

Visit in the early morning (tours typically depart 8–9am) to catch both sites during optimal wildlife activity and lighting. Dry seasons (June–October, January–February) offer the most comfortable weather and clearest photography conditions.