Refuge for the Wild
The Nairobi Animal Orphanage, located inside Nairobi National Park, is one of Kenya’s top wildlife sanctuaries and educational attractions. Established in 1964, the orphanage serves as a rehabilitation center for injured and abandoned wild animals from across the country. With its lush green vegetation contrasting with the park’s red soil and dry clay terrain, it is a must-visit destination for both locals and international tourists. The orphanage attracts over 200,000 visitors annually.
Every animal at the Nairobi Animal Orphanage undergoes a full medical check-up, treatment, and is then placed in a feeding and rehabilitation program. This makes the facility not just a tourist spot, but also an important conservation and training center in Kenya. At any given time, visitors can see more than 20 different exotic animal and bird species up close.
It is Kenya’s oldest wildlife rehabilitation center, caring for rescued and injured animals since 1964.
It is inside Nairobi National Park, about 7 km from Nairobi city center, off Lang’ata Road.
You can see lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, monkeys, rare Sokoke cats, baboons, warthogs, and various birds.
Entry fees vary for citizens, residents, and non-residents. Check the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) website for updated rates.
Yes, it is family-friendly and popular for school trips, offering education about wildlife conservation.
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