Welcome, friend! Upon arrival at JKIA or after being picked up from your hotel, you will be greeted with warmth and given a brief overview of what lies ahead. Gathering will commence at 1000 hrs. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Explore the David Sheldrick Elephant, a place where young orphaned elephants find refuge after being rescued and are nurtured until they are ready to return to their natural habitat. 1200 - 1300 hours Explore the Giraffe Centre and enjoy the experience of feeding the friendly Rothschild's giraffes. They embrace a kiss as they gather their meal from your hands. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM You pause for a meal at Tamambo Restaurant or its sibling, Carnivore. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Explore the Karen Blixen museum, the iconic house featured in the film Out of Africa. Explore Kazuri Beads along the way. 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Explore the KWS Safari walk, where you can encounter a variety of wildlife thriving in their natural surroundings, all while being safely protected by a barrier. Among these are the majestic White Rhino, the rare Albino Zebra, the charming pygmy Hippo, and an array of magnificent big cats, all accompanied by a stunning variety of beautiful birds. At the end of an exciting day, you will be taken to either your hotel or the airport. Primary Location: Nairobi (City)
1-Day Visit Nairobi City Tour with a Local Guide
Uganda: Private tour • 1 day
Tour overview
Start your day with an exhilarating game drive in Nairobi National Park, then embark on exciting excursions around Nairobi. Enjoy a delightful half day exploring the historical Karen Blixen museum (Out of Africa) and getting up close with giraffes and baby elephants! Exploring the Giraffe Center and the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage - The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust: A Sanctuary for Elephants and Rhinos.
Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival and Transfer at Nairobi National Park
Your 1-day Kenya safari, day by day
Each day below shows where you go, what you experience, and where you can stay—luxury, mid-range, and budget lodge options included.
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- Main destination
- Nairobi National Park
Inclusions & exclusions
| What's included |
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| Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala |
| Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, fuel, and professional English-speaking guide |
| Accommodation and meals as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary |
| National park entrance fees and ranger guide fees on included activities |
| Bottled drinking water during road transfers |
| Rhino tracking activity at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where included on the route |
| What's not included |
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| International flights to and from Uganda |
| Uganda visa fees and travel insurance |
| Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff |
| Personal expenses (laundry, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, etc.) |
| Optional activities not listed in the itinerary |
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- Tour type: Uganda: Private tour • 1 day
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