Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery : info and guided tour

Introduction to Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery is the rescue and care center of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, in Nairobi, not far from Magadi Road. This animal sanctuary is best known for caring for orphaned baby elephants, but also for other young wild animals in need of specialized care before a possible return to the wild.

The site is part of the work of the foundation created in Kenya by the Sheldrick family, whose conservation efforts have become a benchmark. The nursery offers a discreet, supervised setting in which to observe the key stages in the rehabilitation of the animals taken in: feeding, rest, veterinary care, and the gradual learning of independence.

The site is not an architectural monument, but a functional space designed with animal welfare in mind. Visitors will find suitable enclosures, mud areas, and water points, all essential to elephants’ daily lives. Its reputation rests on the rare proximity it offers to a highly regarded conservation program in Nairobi.

Discover Nairobi with a private guide

A private guide can help you better understand the nursery’s specific role, how it operates, and the place it holds in wildlife protection in Kenya. Their guidance also provides valuable insight into the site’s history, its organization, and the behaviors observable among the young animals being cared for.