What to do and see in Nairobi, Kenya: The Best Day Trips from

January 4, 2022 Chanda Heide

Known as the safari capital of Africa, Nairobi is an energetic, modern city that serves as a fascinating introduction to both wildlife and nightlife. Music clubs pulse with life, shops and markets bustle, and a mélange of restaurants will tempt your palate in this former Maasai watering hole. Top sights include the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre and the black rhinos of Nairobi National Park. The compact city center is safe to walk in and taxis make other areas accessible.
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1. Nairobi Hiking Adventure to Mt. Longonot

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Wonderful View of the Great Rift Valley,8 Km Hike and Bird Watching. A great way to keep fit and improve your fitness level. A good must do thrill. Pickup from the Hotel at 6:00am and head to Mt. Longonot as the sun is rising from the floor of the Great Rift Valley, like a monolith is the extinct volcano of Mount Longonot. Arrive at Mt. Longonot at around 7am for a unique feature is the thick forest that lies within the crater of the mountain. The crater rim also provides great scenic views across the beautiful Rift Valley all the way to Lake Naivasha. In Mount Longonot National Park, set out on the 4-mile (6.4-kilometer), round-trip hike to the edge of the crater, with the option to extend the hike an additional 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers), walking all the way around the crater rim. There after the Hike you get local food at the local resturant then head back to the Hotel. On your way pass be the curio shops for some gifts.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Hotel Pickup and Drop off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Park Fees of 26USD Adult, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By mellie075

It was a amazing expierence!! From the first second you feels like a part of the family! I recommend it for everyone who wants to see the life in a village. Obed was a fantastic professional guide, who makes the tour more better!! He is a friendly and respectfull man.

2. Nairobi national park

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Benefit from early morning pickup at your hotel to take a tour of Nairobi National Park when the animals are at their most active after a night of hunting (Entry fee not included) Embark on a half – day tour offering you the opportunity to discover Nairobi’s beauty and history within a short time. Nairobi National Park is the world’s wildlife capital, just a short drive out of Nairobi’s central business district. Wide open grass plains and a backdrop of the city scrapers play host to a wide variety of wildlife including the endangered black rhino, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, buffaloes, giraffes and diverse bird life, with over 400 species recorded.

Inclusions: pick up and drop off, bottle of drinking water, professional tour guide

Exclusions: Entrance fee to the park 43 usd adults and 22 usd child, lunch

Reviewed By Shelmith N

It was a great experience,, we would definitely go back the services were greate and the staff friendly..it was worth it.

3. Day Tour to Amboseli National Park

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Amboseli is set on the Kenyan plains with Mt Kilimanjaro as a backdrop in the distance, the park is world-famous for its substantial population of African Elephants which can be seen in herds of over 100 individuals. In particular the large bull elephants have some of the largest tusks in the animal kingdom. Also to be spotted are ample herds of buffalo, wildebeest, zebra and impala, as well as giraffes and warthog. With all this variety you can be sure a healthy population of predators also call Amboseli home. Lions, leopards, caracals, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas and serval cats are all frequently seen in the park.

Inclusions: All Transport in a proper safari vehicle with a pop up roof., Lunch at OLTUKAI lodge, Pickup and drop off to your hotel or airport., Bottled water, Airport pickup

Exclusions: Drinks and beverages.

Reviewed By mellie075

It was a though but fantastic tour to mount longonot. We walked about 3 hours to see the crater, some animals and the beautiful nature. After that we spent some relaxing time at the boat trip at lake naivasha, and see some hippo's, birds and zebra's. Driver Sammy and guide Peter were 2 excellent and professional persons who make you're day more better. They're also very helpful, respectful and friendly. I recomment this tour to everyone who loves the nature!

4. Amboseli Day Tour from Nairobi

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Experienced driver/guide Well serviced tour vans with open roof Pick up/Drop off included Complementary drinking bottled water

Inclusions: Transport in tour van/pick up/drop off/Drinking water/Game drives

Exclusions: Park entry fees/Lunch/Maasai village visit/Sovenirs/Any other extras not mentioned.

Reviewed By Celass

I was lucky enough to find Julius of Wasili Kenya Safaris and I am so very glad I did. I have traveled to two parks with him including Nairobi National Park and Amboseli National Park on a different trip. After my first trip with Julius, I realized what an incredible and knowledgeable safari guide he was and was lucky enough to book with him an overnight trip to Amboseli. He knew everything answer to every question I had, he knew where to find the animals and where they would be at dawn and dusk. Julius always position his vehicle so that I would have the best view and photo opportunity. I have amazing photographs and fantastic memories of these trips, thanks to Julius. Needless to say, I highly recommend him and Wasili and can’t wait to return to Kenya to travel with Julius again. Thank you Julius for an trip, I will never forget.

5. Day safari to Olpejeta Rhino and Chimpanzee conservancy

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A great experience to learn deeply about the Black and White rhino both Northern and Southern White rhino. Get to see both the common and gravy Zebra. Great views of Mt. Kenya on central Kenya.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By mellie075

It was a amazing expierence!! From the first second you feels like a part of the family! I recommend it for everyone who wants to see the life in a village. Obed was a fantastic professional guide, who makes the tour more better!! He is a friendly and respectfull man.

6. Day Tour To Kiambethu Tea Farm in Limuru

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Just a short drive from the heart of Nairobi, Kiambethu Farm at Limuru provides a tranquil insight into life on a settler farm. Situated at 7,200 ft., Kiambethu was bought and farmed by AB McDonell in 1910. He was the first person to grow, make and sell tea commercially in Kenya – now one of Kenya’s biggest exports. Five generations have lived on the farm and it is currently run by his granddaughter Fiona Vernon. The farm house is set within beautiful gardens surrounded by acres of tea and indigenous forest – home to the Colobus monkey and plenty of other wildlife.

Inclusions: Pickup and drop off to your hotel or residency within Nairobi CBD, All transport, All fees., Lunch, Drinks at the farm, Our assistance at any point, Airport pickup

Exclusions: Tips (Optional)

Reviewed By mellie075

It was a though but fantastic tour to mount longonot. We walked about 3 hours to see the crater, some animals and the beautiful nature. After that we spent some relaxing time at the boat trip at lake naivasha, and see some hippo's, birds and zebra's. Driver Sammy and guide Peter were 2 excellent and professional persons who make you're day more better. They're also very helpful, respectful and friendly. I recomment this tour to everyone who loves the nature!

7. Nairobi National Park Game Drive Half Day Tour with Pickup

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Nairobi National Park is a national park in Kenya that was established in 1946 about 7 km south of Nairobi. It is the only park within a city as it is with in the capital of Nairobi. It is 117kmsq and contains big four out of the big five the lions, rhinos, buffalos and leopards. Other animals include the giraffes, antelopes, zebras and many others including more than 300 spices of birds. Adjacent to it is the elephant orphanage. Get to visit this park and enjoy a game drive with the view of the skyline of the city.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport with tour van with pop up rooftop, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Nairobi national park entry fees @35 $, Lunch, Breakfast

Reviewed By Mumotravelers254

Lovely experience & great memories for kids. Everyone loved the trip. Thank you team!..Looking forward for more.

8. Private Tour to Mount Longonot and Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha

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Mt Longonot National Park is located 90km from Nairobi city on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. The mt Longonot national park is a popular park for hiking and mountain climbing that takes less than 3-4hrs to climb/hike up and down. It is one of the best adventure day trips from Nairobi. Longonot national park is easy to get to and has the best sightseeing opportunities and one can look inside the mountain crater.

Inclusions: Professional English speaking guide/driver., Pickup and drop-off to your hotel within Nairobi CBD, Private tour, Transport, park entrance fees

Exclusions: Boat ride (25 USD per person), Lunch (We are happy to drive you to a restaurant., Pickup and drop off to the airport at 20 USD.

Reviewed By B9362LMvaleriag

George and his guide are so caring and will make you feel so safe and plan the trip so you can have the maximum exposure and experiences possible. The lunch spot at the lake is delicious and the lake ride is one of a lifetime. Also bike riding to where the lion king’s animation is based is highly recommended to Disney geeks and everyone else

9. Day tour Nairobi natioanal park, Elephant orphanage , giraffe center and Bomas

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Spend a fun day out in Nairobi, including visiting Nairobi"s top attractions, Elephant orphanage , giraffe center and Bomas of kenya Book guaranteed Daily Trips,Tours and Excursions from Airport,Nairobi hotels or Nairobi Guest houses or Apartments and be dropped at Airport,Train station or shuttle service Point or your original place of pick at No extra cost !

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour upon request at no additional charges, Transport by air-conditioned minivan or by private vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance fees ( David sheldrick 5$, Giraffe center 10$ , Bomas of kenya 10$, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks

Reviewed By dansZ5067TW

Half day Nairobi National Park game tour and giraffe sanctuary, organised through Peter, with driver Alex. A wonderful experience, picked up promptly, safe driver and vehicle, knowledgeable.and knew where to find the animals. The various drivers stopped to tell each other where the sightings were, so we even managed to spot the group of 8 lions, which were breathtaking. Also stopped at the giraffe sanctuary and a Masai restaurant for lunch. Thoroughly recommend.

10. Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha

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Enjoy this 11.5-hour tour of Lake Nakuru National Park, home to one of the most remarkable wild bird populations in all of Africa. Get up close with wildlife on a game viewing drive, and be on the lookout for the park’s amazing flamingos. Enjoy a 1-hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha as well before being transported back to your Nairobi hotel.

Inclusions: Private tour, Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or residency within Nairobi., Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Airport pickup

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Boat ride in Lake Naivasha ($25 USD/person), Entrance fees ($60 USD/person), Gratuities

Reviewed By mellie075

It was a though but fantastic tour to mount longonot. We walked about 3 hours to see the crater, some animals and the beautiful nature. After that we spent some relaxing time at the boat trip at lake naivasha, and see some hippo's, birds and zebra's. Driver Sammy and guide Peter were 2 excellent and professional persons who make you're day more better. They're also very helpful, respectful and friendly. I recomment this tour to everyone who loves the nature!

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