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Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage

Located within Nairobi National Park, the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage is a sanctuary for orphaned baby elephants and rhinos rescued from poaching, accidents, and other tragedies. Dedicated keepers nurture these animals, providing food, care, and emotional support until they are ready for release into the wild.

Here you can witness these adorable elephants being fed, playing in the mud, and bonding with their caretakers. This heartwarming experience offers a rare opportunity to get up close to the gentle giants in a safe and controlled environment, making it an unforgettable stop for wildlife lovers.

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Day 1

DAPHNE SHELDRICK ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE

Located at The Nairobi National Park, Daphne Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage looks after and supports orphaned baby elephants and rhinos who have lost their mothers to poaching, death, injuries, on getting lost in the wild or other tragedies. Besides feeding, washing and walking the babies, Daphne and her dedicated staff of keepers provide emotional support to the orphans as they raise them to be released back into the wild when they are ready.
It is worth a visit to the park to see the young elephants interacting with their keepers – playing, taking mud baths and being fed with milk. This is a rare sight to watch and a most memorable way to get up close to the babies and observe their playful habits, something which is not possible or even safe during your safari in the wild.