A Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk tour or Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage tour is best for visitors who want more than a game drive alone. These combinations work because Nairobi National Park gives you the main safari experience in open habitat, while Nairobi Safari Walk and Nairobi Animal Orphanage add different educational layers afterward. Safari Walk adds ecosystem interpretation and easier wildlife learning. Animal Orphanage adds a rescue, rehabilitation, and animal-care perspective. Doing all three creates the fullest wildlife-and-learning day within the Nairobi National Park complex.
This page is specifically for visitors comparing these three product formats:
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
This post is a decision and booking page for visitors who want the right park + Safari Walk / Animal Orphanage combo based on time, interests, and travel style. It is helpful to clarify that this tour package is a specific Nairobi National Park combo tour page focused only on combinations with Nairobi Safari Walk, Nairobi Animal Orphanage, or both, and it should be read as a supporting subpage to the broader Nairobi National Park Combo Tours page, which covers the wider range of combo options. It is not a general guide to all Nairobi National Park tours.
Quick comparison: which combo is best?
| Combo | Best for | Typical total outing time | Starting price | Main trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk | Families; first-time visitors; educational travelers | 6.5 to 7.5 hours | From USD 230 for 1 person if priced like park half-day + one add-on | Less rescue-and-care depth than adding the orphanage |
| Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage | Animal lovers; families; rescue-focused visitors | 6.5 to 7.5 hours | From USD 230 for 1 person if priced like park half-day + one add-on | Less ecosystem interpretation than adding Safari Walk |
| Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage | Families; school groups; first-time visitors wanting the fullest day | 8 to 9 hours | From USD 245 for 1 person | Less park-only safari depth than a full-day game drive |
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk Tour
Best for safari plus wildlife education:
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk is the best combo for visitors who want a real safari first and easier wildlife learning second. The park gives wildlife in habitat. Safari Walk gives a slower, clearer interpretive layer through its raised boardwalk and its wetland, savannah, and forest design. KWS describes Safari Walk in exactly those terms, which is why this combo is especially strong for families, students, and first-time visitors.
- Why this combo works: safari remains the anchor; Safari Walk adds interpretation rather than repeating the safari; the day stays wildlife-focused without becoming too heavy; it is easier than a three-stop full-day circuit
- Pros: real safari plus structured learning; strong family appeal; easier species and ecosystem understanding; good fit for first-time visitors
- Cons: less rescue-and-care perspective than adding the orphanage; less safari depth than a full-day park-only drive; weaker fit for photographers
- Ideal for: families; first-time visitors; students; educational travelers; short-stay guests wanting safari plus learning
- Less suited for: repeat safari-goers wanting maximum park time; serious wildlife photographers; visitors wanting a stronger rehabilitation or welfare angle
- Recommended tour structure: pick-up around 6:00 AM; Nairobi National Park game drive from about 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM; Safari Walk from about 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM; lunch and drop-off after; game drive duration: about 4 hours; total outing time: about 6.5 to 7.5 hours
- Indicative pricing: use the half-day Nairobi National Park safari price, then add one attraction on the same per-person add-on logic you use for comparable wildlife add-ons. For example, if 1 person is USD 180 for the park half-day and the single add-on is USD 20, the total is USD 200.
To learn more about the attraction itself, read our Nairobi Safari Walk guide.
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage Tour
Best for safari plus rescue-and-care perspective:
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage is the best combo for visitors who want a real safari plus a stronger rescue, rehabilitation, and welfare perspective. The park gives the open-habitat safari experience. The Animal Orphanage adds a different conservation layer through managed animals under care. KWS describes the orphanage as a refuge for orphaned, injured, aged, and abandoned wildlife, which is why this option is stronger for visitors interested in care and rehabilitation than a standard safari alone.
- Why this combo works: wildlife in habitat comes first; the orphanage adds a rescue-and-care dimension that the park does not provide; it is simpler than the three-stop version but more emotionally layered than park-only
- Pros: stronger welfare and rehabilitation perspective; emotionally memorable; good for families and animal lovers; easier than the three-stop full-day circuit
- Cons: less ecosystem interpretation than adding Safari Walk; less safari depth than a full-day park-only drive; weaker fit for birders and photographers
- Ideal for: families; animal lovers; first-time visitors; short-stay travelers; visitors interested in rescue and care
- Less suited for: serious photographers; birders; repeat safari-goers wanting deeper park time; guests wanting the fullest wildlife-learning day
- Recommended tour structure: pick-up around 6:00 AM; Nairobi National Park game drive from about 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM; Animal Orphanage from about 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM; lunch and drop-off after; game drive duration: about 4 hours; total outing time: about 6.5 to 7.5 hours
- Indicative pricing: use the half-day Nairobi National Park safari price, then add one attraction on the same per-person add-on logic you use for comparable wildlife add-ons. For example, if 1 person is USD 200 for the park half-day and the single add-on is USD 30, the total is USD 230.
To understand the rescue-and-care side better, read our Nairobi Animal Orphanage guide.
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage Tour
Best for the fullest wildlife-and-learning day:
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage is the best combo for visitors who want the fullest wildlife-and-learning day within the Nairobi National Park complex. It combines wildlife in habitat, easier ecosystem interpretation, and rescue-and-care perspective in one coherent itinerary. That makes it especially strong for families, school groups, educational travelers, and first-time visitors who want more than a game drive but less scatter than a broad city combo.
- Why this combo works: the park gives the primary safari; Safari Walk explains ecosystems and species more clearly; the Animal Orphanage adds welfare and rehabilitation perspective; the day stays within one wildlife-and-conservation complex
- Pros: fullest wildlife-and-learning day; strong family and school-group appeal; combines safari, ecosystem interpretation, and rescue context; highly memorable for first-time visitors
- Cons: less park-only safari depth than a full-day game drive; can feel busy if poorly paced; less suited for photographers, birders, and repeat safari-goers
- Ideal for: families; school groups; first-time visitors; educational travelers; guests wanting the most complete wildlife-learning day
- Less suited for: wildlife-first travelers wanting maximum park time; photographers; birders; repeat safari-goers
- Recommended tour structure: pick-up around 6:00 AM; Nairobi National Park game drive from about 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM; Safari Walk from about 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM; lunch break from about 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM; Animal Orphanage from about 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM; drop-off after; game drive duration: about 4 hours; total outing time: about 8 to 9 hours
Which Tour is best for your trip?
Best for families
The strongest family option is Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage because it balances safari, learning, and easier close-up viewing. The second-best family option is Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk if you want a lighter day.
Best for first-time visitors
The best broad introduction is Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage. The lighter first-time option is Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk.
Best for short stays
The best short-stay combo is usually Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk or Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage, depending on whether you prefer easier ecosystem learning or rescue perspective.
Best for school groups and educational travel
The strongest educational choice is Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage because it combines safari, structured interpretation, and care context.
Best if wildlife in habitat is still your main priority
The best combo is Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk, because it keeps the add-on lighter. But if wildlife depth is truly your main priority, you should usually choose a park-only safari instead.
If you want the family-focused alternatives, read our Nairobi National Park Family Safari page.
What is the difference between Safari Walk, Animal Orphanage, and doing both in Combined Tour?
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk
This is best if you want safari plus easier ecosystem and species learning.
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
This is best if you want safari plus rescue, rehabilitation, and animal-care perspective.
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
This is best if you want the fullest wildlife-and-learning circuit within the Nairobi National Park complex.
That is the simplest way to choose:
- choose Safari Walk for learning
- choose Animal Orphanage for rescue perspective
- choose both for the fullest educational wildlife day
What is realistic to see at each stop?
Nairobi National Park
This is the open safari section. KWS lists major mammals and rich birdlife in the park. Realistic expectations are:
- giraffe
- zebra
- buffalo
- antelope
- ostrich
- birdlife
- often rhino
Predators remain possible but never guaranteed.
Nairobi Safari Walk
This is the easiest part of the day for structured wildlife interpretation. KWS describes it as a raised-boardwalk wildlife facility with wetland, savannah, and forest ecosystems. Expect:
- easier wildlife viewing than the park
- clearer ecosystem understanding
- slower, family-friendly pacing
- strong educational value
Read about all the animal species at Nairobi Safari Walk.
Nairobi Animal Orphanage
This is the rescue-and-care part of the day. KWS presents it as a refuge for managed wildlife under care. Expect:
- closer managed-animal viewing
- rescue, rehabilitation, and welfare perspective
- educational context around care rather than wild-habitat behavior
You’ll find details of the animals at Nairobi Animal Orphanage here.
Recommended itineraries
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk itinerary
- 6:00 AM pick-up
- 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM Nairobi National Park game drive
- 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM Nairobi Safari Walk
- lunch and drop-off after
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage itinerary
- 6:00 AM pick-up
- 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM Nairobi National Park game drive
- 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Nairobi Animal Orphanage
- lunch and drop-off after
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage itinerary
- 6:00 AM pick-up
- 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM Nairobi National Park game drive
- 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM Nairobi Safari Walk
- 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM lunch
- 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM Nairobi Animal Orphanage
- drop-off after
Pricing for each combined Park Tour + Safari Walk & Animal Orphanage Tours
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk pricing Table
Adult-Only Pricing Table
Maximum 7 guests per vehicle
| Number of Adults | Price Per Adult | Adult-Only Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 adult | $230 | $230 |
| 2 adults | $125 | $250 |
| 3 adults | $95 | $285 |
| 4 adults | $80 | $320 |
| 5 adults | $68 | $340 |
| 6 adults | $60 | $360 |
| 7 adults | $54 | $378 |
Kids Pricing Table
Child price = 50% of the adult increment for the seat the child occupies
| Child Added as Guest Number | Adult Increment for That Seat | Child Price at 50% | Clean Quoted Child Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd guest | $20 | $10 | $10 |
| 3rd guest | $35 | $17.50 | $18 |
| 4th guest | $35 | $17.50 | $18 |
| 5th guest | $20 | $10 | $10 |
| 6th guest | $20 | $10 | $10 |
| 7th guest | $18 | $9 | $9 |
How kids’ rates are calculated:
Children pay a reduced rate based on the extra adult cost for the seat they occupy. A child is charged approximately 50% of the adult increment for that seat. This keeps family pricing lower than the adult-only price for the same total number of guests. Maximum vehicle capacity is 7 guests.
Mixed Adult + Child Pricing Table
Maximum 7 guests per vehicle
| Adults | 0 Children | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children | 4 Children | 5 Children | 6 Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 adult | $230 | $240 | $258 | $276 | $286 | $296 | $305 |
| 2 adults | $250 | $268 | $286 | $296 | $306 | $315 | — |
| 3 adults | $285 | $303 | $313 | $323 | $332 | — | — |
| 4 adults | $320 | $330 | $340 | $349 | — | — | — |
| 5 adults | $340 | $350 | $359 | — | — | — | — |
| 6 adults | $360 | $369 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 7 adults | $378 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Cost of Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage?
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage pricing Table
Adult-Only Pricing Table
Maximum 7 guests per vehicle
| Number of Adults | Price Per Adult | Adult-Only Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 adult | $230 | $230 |
| 2 adults | $125 | $250 |
| 3 adults | $95 | $285 |
| 4 adults | $80 | $320 |
| 5 adults | $68 | $340 |
| 6 adults | $60 | $360 |
| 7 adults | $54 | $378 |
Kids Pricing Table
Child price = 50% of the adult increment for the seat the child occupies
| Child Added as Guest Number | Adult Increment for That Seat | Child Price at 50% | Clean Quoted Child Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd guest | $20 | $10 | $10 |
| 3rd guest | $35 | $17.50 | $18 |
| 4th guest | $35 | $17.50 | $18 |
| 5th guest | $20 | $10 | $10 |
| 6th guest | $20 | $10 | $10 |
| 7th guest | $18 | $9 | $9 |
How kids’ rates are calculated:
Children pay a reduced rate based on the extra adult cost for the seat they occupy. A child is charged approximately 50% of the adult increment for that seat. This keeps family pricing lower than the adult-only price for the same total number of guests. Maximum vehicle capacity is 7 guests.
Mixed Adult + Child Pricing Table for NNP+ Animal Orpahanage Tour
Maximum 7 guests per vehicle
| Adults | 0 Children | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children | 4 Children | 5 Children | 6 Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 adult | $230 | $240 | $258 | $276 | $286 | $296 | $305 |
| 2 adults | $250 | $268 | $286 | $296 | $306 | $315 | — |
| 3 adults | $285 | $303 | $313 | $323 | $332 | — | — |
| 4 adults | $320 | $330 | $340 | $349 | — | — | — |
| 5 adults | $340 | $350 | $359 | — | — | — | — |
| 6 adults | $360 | $369 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 7 adults | $378 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Cost of Nairobi National Park, Nairobi Safari Walk & Animal Orphanage Tour
Adult-Only Pricing Table
Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage Tour Pricing
Maximum 7 guests per vehicle
| Number of Adults | Adult-Only Total | Approx. Price Per Adult |
|---|---|---|
| 1 adult | $245 | $245 |
| 2 adults | $270 | $135 |
| 3 adults | $310 | $103 |
| 4 adults | $345 | $86 |
| 5 adults | $370 | $74 |
| 6 adults | $390 | $65 |
| 7 adults | $415 | $59 |
Kids Pricing Table
Child price = approximately 50% of the adult increment for the seat the child occupies
| Child Added as Guest Number | Adult Increment for That Seat | 50% Child Price | Clean Quoted Child Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd guest | $25 | $12.50 | $15 |
| 3rd guest | $40 | $20 | $20 |
| 4th guest | $35 | $17.50 | $20 |
| 5th guest | $25 | $12.50 | $15 |
| 6th guest | $20 | $10 | $10 |
| 7th guest | $25 | $12.50 | $15 |
For this Nairobi National Park, Nairobi Safari Walk and Animal Orphanage combined tour, children aged 5 to 7 pay a reduced rate based on the additional adult cost for the seat they occupy. For this 3-location tour, the child rate is calculated at approximately 50% of the adult increment for that seat and rounded for easy quoting. This keeps family pricing lower than the adult-only price for the same total number of guests. Maximum vehicle capacity is 7 guests.
Mixed Adult + Child Pricing Table for NNP+Safari Walk+Animal Orphanage Tour
Maximum 7 guests per vehicle
| Adults | 0 Children | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children | 4 Children | 5 Children | 6 Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 adult | $245 | $260 | $280 | $300 | $315 | $325 | $340 |
| 2 adults | $270 | $290 | $310 | $325 | $335 | $350 | — |
| 3 adults | $310 | $330 | $345 | $355 | $370 | — | — |
| 4 adults | $345 | $360 | $370 | $385 | — | — | — |
| 5 adults | $370 | $380 | $395 | — | — | — | — |
| 6 adults | $390 | $405 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 7 adults | $415 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Use the table above for the full three-stop version.
Inclusions
- private 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for the safari segment
- professional English-speaking driver-guide
- pick-up and drop-off within Nairobi
- vehicle and driver park entry fees
- drinking water
- fuel and vehicle insurance
Exclusions
- guest Nairobi National Park entry tickets
- guest Nairobi Safari Walk entry tickets
- guest Nairobi Animal Orphanage entry tickets
- meals, drinks, and snacks
- tips and gratuities
- souvenirs and personal expenses
KWS also handles official entry payments through the KWS eCitizen portal. KWS fee regulations include a Nairobi Package category covering Nairobi National Park, Nairobi Safari Walk, and Nairobi Animal Orphanage, so guests should confirm the current applicable payment method and visitor category at booking.
Choose & Book the right Tour
- choose Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk if you want safari plus wildlife education
- choose Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage if you want safari plus rescue-and-care perspective
- choose Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage if you want the fullest wildlife-and-learning day
- choose park-only safari if you want deeper wildlife immersion
If your interest is more specialized, use:
- Photography and Safaris at Nairobi National Park for photography-first travel
- Nairobi National Park Birding Tour for birding-first travel
- Conservation at Nairobi National Park for deeper conservation context
How to Book Nairobi National Park + Safari Walk / Animal Orphanage Tour
Booking this Nairobi National Park + Safari Walk / Animal Orphanage combo tour is straightforward, but it works best when confirmed early enough to match your preferred safari window, pickup point, and attraction sequence. Because this is a private wildlife combo tour, the vehicle is reserved specifically for you and your group, and the day is planned around the park game drive first, followed by the add-on attraction or attractions you choose.
To request a booking, please send:
- your preferred date
- number of guests
- pickup location in Nairobi, JKIA, or Wilson Airport
- the combo you want
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
- flight details, if airport pickup is needed
Once we receive those details, we will send you the full quote and confirm the timing that works best for your selected combo.
Payment and Confirmation
To confirm the booking, we usually require a 50% deposit. Payment can be made through a secure Pesapal payment link, which allows payment by card or M-Pesa. If your booking is within 24 hours of travel, full payment is normally required in advance so the vehicle, guide, and timing can be secured properly.
Once payment is received, we will:
- confirm your booking
- assign your safari vehicle
- plan the route and timing for your chosen combo
- share the driver-guide’s contact details closer to the tour date
Important Notes
- Guest entry tickets for Nairobi National Park, Nairobi Safari Walk, and Nairobi Animal Orphanage are not included unless clearly stated otherwise in your quote.
- For airport pickups, advance coordination is strongly recommended so the itinerary can be aligned with arrival time, traffic, and the opening hours of the attractions.
- Pickups or drop-offs outside Nairobi may attract an additional transfer charge.
- Same-day requests are possible subject to availability, but earlier booking is always better, especially for morning departures and three-stop combos.
How to Proceed
If you would like to book, send us the following to Bookings@NairobiPark.org
- your date
- number of guests
- pickup point
- the exact combo you want
We will then send you the quote and next booking steps.
Frequently asked questions
Can you combine Nairobi National Park and Nairobi Safari Walk in one day?
Yes. This is one of the easiest and strongest two-stop wildlife combos in Nairobi.
Can you combine Nairobi National Park and Nairobi Animal Orphanage in one day?
Yes. This is a realistic one-day combo and is strongest for visitors wanting safari plus rescue perspective.
Can you do Nairobi National Park, Safari Walk, and Animal Orphanage in one day?
Yes. The strongest structure is Nairobi National Park first, then Safari Walk, then Animal Orphanage.
Which is better after Nairobi National Park, Safari Walk or Animal Orphanage?
Safari Walk is better for ecosystem learning and easier interpretation. Animal Orphanage is better for rescue, rehabilitation, and welfare perspective.
Is Nairobi Safari Walk worth visiting after a safari?
Yes, especially for families, students, and first-time visitors who want easier species and ecosystem understanding.
Is Nairobi Animal Orphanage worth visiting after a safari?
Yes, especially for visitors interested in rescued animals, welfare, and rehabilitation.
What is the best Nairobi National Park combo for families?
The best family option is usually Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage.
What is the best Nairobi wildlife learning combo?
The strongest wildlife learning combo is usually Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage, with Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk as the lighter alternative.
Make your Booking Today!
The best Nairobi National Park combo depends on whether you want wildlife education, rescue perspective, or the fullest wildlife-and-learning day.
If you want to book one of these combos, send us:
- your travel date
- your number of guests
- your pick-up location
- the combo you want:
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
- Nairobi National Park + Nairobi Safari Walk + Nairobi Animal Orphanage
We will then send you the full quote and booking details.
