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Nairobi

Nairobi City & National Park Experience

A short introduction to Kenya that combines the city with a genuine game drive. Nairobi National Park borders the capital, so you can see rhino and lion in the morning and be back in town for lunch.

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Duration3 days
DestinationKenya
Overview

About this trip

A short introduction to Kenya that combines the city with a genuine game drive. Nairobi National Park borders the capital, so you can see rhino and lion in the morning and be back in town for lunch.

This works well for short stays, stopovers and anyone arriving ahead of a longer trip.

Highlights
  • Game drive in Nairobi National Park against the city skyline
  • The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage
  • Hand-feeding giraffes at the Giraffe Centre
  • Nairobi's markets and cultural sites
  • Kenyan history at the National Museum
  • Urban wildlife conservation at work
  • Kenyan food and coffee
Itinerary

Day by day

  1. 1
    Day 1

    Arrival and city tour

    Arrive in Nairobi and meet your guide. City tour taking in the National Museum, local markets and the city's food scene. Overnight at a city hotel.

  2. 2
    Day 2

    Nairobi National Park

    An early game drive in Nairobi National Park, looking for rhino, lion and giraffe with the skyline behind them. Afterwards, the Giraffe Centre and the Karen Blixen Museum. Afternoon at leisure or free for shopping.

  3. 3
    Day 3

    Elephant orphanage and departure

    Visit the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage, then transfer to the airport for your departure or onward travel.

What is included

  • ✓Accommodation in Nairobi
  • ✓Breakfast daily
  • ✓Park entry and attraction fees
  • ✓Transfers and city transport
  • ✓Professional guide

Not included

  • ×Lunch and dinner
  • ×Personal expenses
  • ×Optional activities
Questions

Frequently asked

Is airport pickup included?
Yes. All transfers are included.
Can I add more days?
Yes. We can extend your stay or add excursions, and this trip works well as the opening leg of a longer safari.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. The Giraffe Centre and the elephant orphanage are popular with families.
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