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Tour Vans
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3 & 4 Stars Hotels
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Nairobi CBD
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All round season
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All meals during the Safari
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English, Spanish, French & Italian
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Easy to Moderate
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2-15
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5
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100
Overview
This is an opportunity to enjoy the only city in the world with a national game park. Unlike other safaris which incur transport costs, you can land in the international airport and drive straight to Nairobi National Park.
Location & Accessibility
It’s just 7 km (4 miles) from Nairobi’s city center making it the only national park in the world next to a capital city!
Drive: ~15-30 minutes from most parts of Nairobi.
Airport Proximity: ~20 minutes from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
Wildlife & Ecosystem
Despite its small size (117 km² / 45 mi²), Nairobi National Park is home to a wide- variety of wildlife.
The Big Four: Lions, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos (no elephants).
Largest Black Rhino Sanctuary in Kenya.
Other Animals: Giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and over 400 bird species.
Savanna & Wetlands: Features open plains, acacia woodlands, and the Mbagathi River.
Top Things to Do
- Game Drives: Best done in the early morning or late afternoon.
- Walking Safari at Hippo Pools: Guided by rangers along the Mbagathi River.
- Birdwatching: Spot flamingos, ostriches, and secretary birds.
- Ivory Burning Site Monument: A historic site where Kenya burned illegal ivory to fight poaching.
- Nearby Attractions: Combine with a visit to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or Giraffe Centre.
Accommodation & Restaurants
- Inside the Park: Nairobi Tented Camp (luxury tented experience).
- Nearby Hotels: Ole Sereni, Emara Ole Sereni, and Eka Hotel.
- Dining Options: Carnivore Restaurant (famous for Nyama Choma), Talisman, or Hemingways Nairobi.
Best Time to Visit
- June – October (Dry Season): Best wildlife sightings.
- December – March: Green scenery for easier to spot newborn animals.
- Avoid heavy rains (April – May): Roads can be muddy.
Travel Tips
Park Entry Fee: $43 (non-residents), Ksh 430 (residents).
Transport: 4×4 vehicle recommended for game drives.
What to Carry: Camera, hat, sunglasses, water, and binoculars.
Best Time for Game Drives: 6 AM – 10 AM or 3 PM – 6 PM.
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Highlights
- Game Drives: Best done in the early morning or late afternoon.
- Walking Safari at Hippo Pools: Guided by rangers along the Mbagathi River.
- Birdwatching: Spot flamingos, ostriches, and secretary birds.
- Ivory Burning Site Monument: A historic site where Kenya burned illegal ivory to fight poaching.
- Nearby Attractions: Combine with a visit to David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or Giraffe Centre.
