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Nairobi-Half-Day Tour to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
Take a day out of Nairobi's hustle and bustle and head to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust....
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About this activity
Get up close with Kenya's largest flightless birds at this working ostrich farm outside Nairobi, where you can hand-feed, photograph, and ride these magnificent creatures. A half-day adventure combining wildlife interaction with cultural insight into Maasai farming practices.
Amazing opportunity to view and hand-feed dozens of ostriches, and if the weather is good, you can even take an ostrich ride! See boasting two types of ostriches, Maasai and Somali, you will not only get to tour the farm but you can also ride them too. It is fun, especially for the courageous ones. It also gives a lovely picture opportunity.
The tour of the farm takes almost half an hour depending on how inquisitive you are and what picture opportunities you will get out of your tour. It is very interesting seeing ostriches in different stages of growth and sizes.
The tour of the farm takes almost half an hour depending on how inquisitive you are and what picture opportunities you will get out of your tour. It is very interesting seeing ostriches in different stages of growth and sizes.
Highlights
- ✓Hand-feed dozens of ostriches in an open farm setting
- ✓Encounter both Maasai and Somali ostrich breeds
- ✓Optional ostrich riding experience (weather permitting)
- ✓Observe birds at all growth stages, from chicks to adults
- ✓Guided farm tour with photo opportunities
- ✓Learn about traditional pastoralist farming methods
Insider tips
- ★Wear closed-toe shoes and secure loose items—ostriches are curious and can be unpredictable
- ★Go early in the day when birds are most active and temperatures cooler
- ★Bring a camera with a good zoom; ostriches move quickly and make for dynamic shots
- ★Ask your guide about the difference between Maasai and Somali breeds before the ride—it's genuinely fascinating
Good to know
- •Tour duration is 8 hours total including Nairobi transport; farm tour itself takes approximately 30 minutes
- •Ostrich riding is weather-dependent and requires a reasonable level of fitness and confidence
- •Wear sun protection (hat, sunscreen) and bring water—the farm is in open terrain with limited shade
- •Hotel pickup and drop-off typically included; confirm exact meeting point and time with supplier
Who it's for
Adventure seekers and thrill-seekers keen to try something unconventionalFamilies with children interested in wildlife and animalsPhotography enthusiasts looking for unique wildlife shotsCultural tourists wanting hands-on interaction beyond traditional safari
Best time to visit
Visit during Kenya's dry seasons (June–October or January–February) when weather is most stable for outdoor activities and riding conditions are optimal. Early morning tours offer the best bird activity and cooler temperatures.
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