ORPHAN TRAIL SAFARIS

INCLUDING NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK

Nairobi National Park- 2 rhinos in grass field

Our tours that include Nairobi National Park are perfect for elephant lovers, elephant foster parents &
‘would-be supporters’ of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.  You will experience a half-day game drive in the Nairobi National Park, visiting the Giraffe Centre and the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Elephant Orphanage.

You will then transfer to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Reintegration Units in Tsavo whilst staying at the SWT’s private Eco-Camps; Ithumba Camp or Ithumba Hill Camp, Galdessa Camp in Voi (on selected tours only) and Umani Springs.

Here you will learn more about the ‘Orphans Project’ and experience being ‘up
close & personal’ with the orphaned elephants and their Keepers, often accompanied by ex-orphans and wild elephants.

Whilst staying at Galdessa Camp, you will enjoy wildlife game drives within the southern territory of Tsavo East National Park and visiting the Orphans at their daily mudbath.

ABOUT NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK

READ WHAT OUR PAST GUESTS ARE SAYING

"I did the safari in September 2018 and what was meant as a once in a lifetime trip has left me wanting more. Every day was different in its own way and the experiences so different and unique at Nairobi nursery, Ithumba and Umani. It gave me a real behind the scenes of DSWT and a new found appreciation of what they do and not just for the elephants but other wildlife and the ecosystem. Travelling with Beverly was amazing and some special surprises along the way. Beverly was always approachable and our group worked well together. a treasured and memorable 8 days to last a lifetime."

- Rachael Pereira
Herts, UK
“Beverly has been running the safari for many years & she really knows how to properly plan all the details. She also knows the Sheldricks, the staff and many of the keepers at the SWT, so you really get an in-depth experience with the elephants! The camps are gorgeous, the food is prepared by very talented chefs, & the Nairobi operator Beverly uses is really top-notch. I highly recommend Orphan Trail Safaris if you want an ethical experience with elephants, you will never forget."

- Toshia McCabe
Massachusetts, USA
"The best trip I have ever taken. Organised, intimate and private. Honestly, only the rich and famous take this level of trip and I am neither. Every single day of the trip I would say to myself, it just can't get any better and it did. No joke! Just interacting with our sponsored elephants and seeing their personalities up close and personal was so meaningful. I would highly recommend this trip with Beverly and am trying to figure out when I can return. Trip of a lifetime in so many ways. Thank you Beverly!

- Vanessa Cairns
California, USA
5/5

UPCOMING TOURS

INCLUDING NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK (JUNE 2024)

FULLY BOOKED

Duration
13 Days
ARRIVAL
19th june
DEPARTURE
1st july
GROUP SIZE
4-6
MEALS
INCLUSIVE

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK
TOUR OVERVIEW

WHAT is INCLUDED?

WHAT'S
INCLUDED?

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

  • Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport where you will be met by our Airport Concierge Executive and assisted to clear with Immigration and Customs formalities. Transfer to a beautiful Guest House in the district of Kareen.
  • Meet your fellow group members and depart for a day of exciting excursions in Nairobi, including The Giraffe Centre with a breeding program for the endangered Rothchild Giraffe and the Private Visit to The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage.
  • Enjoy a picnic breakfast at one of the beautiful view points in the park. The park is unique being the only protected wildlife area so close to a modern City and has a large population of wildlife, including most of the “Big Five” but with no wild elephants.

  • Depart for Umani Springs Lodge set deep within the Kibwezi Forest. Later Visit the Umani Springs Reintegration Unit and meet the special vulnerable compromised orphans at the stockades.
  • Spend two more days at Umani Springs getting to know the Orphans and their Keepers, understanding these elephant’s tragic stories
  • Depart for Ithumba Camp run by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and located in the remote northern area of Tsavo East National Park. Later visit the Ithumba Reintegration Unit.
  • Spend two more days in Ithumba interacting with the SWT Elephant Orphans and their Keepers.

  • Set on the banks of the Galana River in the southern territory of Tsavo East National Park. Later enjoy a wildlife game drive within the Park.
  • Spend two more days experiencing wildlife game drives within the Park and visiting the SWT Voi orphans at their daily mudbath.

Return to Nairobi by high-speed Standard Gauge Railway (SRG) on arrival you will be met and transferred to the Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel Nairobi within the airport perimeter for Day Rooms. Later transfer to the departure’s terminal for international flights home.