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“The World’s only Wildlife Capital”

A short drive out of Nairobi’s central business district is the Nairobi National Park. Wide open grass plains and backdrop of the city scrapers, scattered acacia bush play host to a wide variety of wildlife including the endangered black rhino, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, buffaloes, giraffes and diverse birdlife with over 400 species recorded. Visitors can enjoy the park’s picnic sites, three campsites and the walking trails for hikers.

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Key features

Protected area type, what to take with you.

• Animals include buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, baboon, zebra, wildebeest and cheetah---100 mammal species.
• 400 migratory and endemic bird species.

Picnic Facilities For corporate events, bush dinners, weddings, picnics, team building sessions, video and film production

• King Fisher
• historic ivory burning site
• Drinking water, picnic items.
• Also useful are: binoculars, camera, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and a guidebook

• By Road : Distance: 10km South of Nairobi City Center
• By Air : Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airports
• The only Wildlife park in the world that is so close to the city
• Black rhinoceros :which is an endangered species
• The first park to be gazetted in Kenya on December 16, 1946
• Major rhino sanctuary for breeding and restocking other parks
• Diverse birdlife:Has over 400 bird species. At least 20 of which are seasonal European migrants.
• Home to over 100 mammal species, four of the Big Five (lion, Buffalo, leopard and  rhino)
• Has a spectacular wildebeest and zebra migration
• Large predators- lion, leopard, hyena and cheetah.
• Aggregations of large herbivores- eland, buffalo, zebra and wildebeest
• Ivory Burning Site Monument
• Walking trails at hippo pools
• Nairobi Safari Walk & the Orphanage.
• Spacious accommodating picnic sites

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* Kindly refer to the KWS Conservation Fees document below for other services and charges.

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* Create a personal account on the eCitizen Government platform by visiting https://kws.ecitizen.go.ke and make park payments in advance for a fast and convenient park entry.

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Phone:  0756-414573

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Nairobi National Park,

The Warden,

P.O. Box 42076-00100,

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Nairobi National Park Tour

Half day group safari tours, get your safari on - just minutes from town, we offer two daily tours, meet us at the nairobi national park gate.

Same day Nairobi National Park tour bookings? Not a problem!

Our half-day Nairobi National Park tour is a great intro to safari life. Nairobi National Park  is close to the city but it’s the real deal. Incredibly, within sight of Nairobi’s skyline, you can spot lion, rhino, giraffe, buffalo, cheetah, hyena, and plenty more.

Where else in the world can you see downtown skyscrapers frame a grazing herd of giraffes? This is no zoo or theme park. No cages here. This is wildlife, naturally on the savannah as they have roamed for millennia.

Just think, minutes ago you were in a world-class capital city – now you’re on the plains where the East African migration of wildebeest and zebra invades by the thousands on their annual trek.

The park is only 30 minutes( 10KM)  south of Nairobi, but sightings of lions and hyenas are common. Seeing primal nature so close is an almost surreal experience – your friends won’t believe your photos!

And there’s lots more to experience in this unique spot – rhinos, hippos, ostrich, and hundreds of species of colorful birds. For us at  Africa Kenya Safaris , this is our home park, and we take special pride in showing it off.

Help Us Save the Kifaru… the Rhino

Do you speak any Kiswahili? You do now –  kifaru  is the word for rhinoceros. The park supports the largest population of endangered black rhinos in Kenya and has earned the special nickname of  Kifaru Ark.

Your visit helps fund the care and protection of the park’s rhinos. The conservation efforts here have been so successful the rhino population has steadily increased. Now the park has become a source for these endangered creatures for other reserves around the country.

Fast & Flexible

At AKS you write the rules. Travel and explore at your own pace in you own way. We’re fast, flexible, and always ready to respond to your requests. Book in advance or even the day before. We’ll get you out on safari – pronto!

On a Nairobi National Park Safari You Can Walk the Walk

Here’s another unique feature of the park –  walking trails . Most national parks have few if any walking trails… not here. Enjoy your choice of a series of well-marked trails and get closer to the action.

There’s also a walking trail to the hippo pool and watch for crocodiles there as well. While you follow these trails keep your camera ready for sightings of white or black rhino and cheetah, buffalo, and possibly leopard or lion.

Make Some Friends

A group safari is a great way to make friends and meet other safari-loving adventurers. Share photos, swap stories, and maybe even discover other parks together. We can arrange other group tours for you throughout our country-wide choices of great national wildlife reserves.

Poaching – The Ivory Burning Monument

Perhaps the most dramatic symbol in the park is the Ivory Burning Monument . Created as a protest to rampant elephant poaching, several past presidents of Kenya burned hundreds of tons of illegal ivory at this spot – about 5% of all captured ivory in the world.

These dramatic ceremonies were a turning point in Kenya’s awareness of this criminal enterprise and began its dedicated commitment to protecting the country’s elephants.

Check Out Your Ride

Experience your Africa Kenya Safari in a customized pop-top roof 4x4x Safari Jeep that features: Portable fridge/Cooler Box, 4 Binoculars, long-range high-frequency radio, 4G/LTE broadband WIFI connectivity, AC 230 V Power Outlets, First Aid Kit, Safari Guide Books, Baby Seats (on request), Side steps (on request) and most importantly an expert multi-lingual safari guide who will ensure you have an incredible safari experience.

Morning or Afternoon Nairobi National Park Tour Packages – Meet Us At The Park Gate.

Our tours of  Nairobi National Park  are 5 hours in duration, either mornings or afternoons.   Reservations are required.

You’ll meet us at the park gate:  Kenya Wildlife Service Headquarters(outside Wildly Coffee Restaurant), Langata Rd, Nairobi, Kenya .  Click here  for driving directions.

• Morning tour: Meet at 6:30 am
• Afternoon tour: Meet 1:30 pm

We can also pick you up and bring you back to your hotel for an additional fee of ten dollars (per car, oney way).  Just let us know when you make your reservations.

Just  contact   us at  Africa Kenya Safaris  and we’ll set up your day!

Time Capsule of Nairobi Park Group Tour

You’ll meet us at the park gate in a  4 x 4 pop-top safari Jeep.  Enjoy bottled water as we enter the  Nairobi National Park for a 5-hour exploration looking out for  lion, leopard, white and black rhino, cheetah, giraffe, buffalo, ostrich, birdlife, and other game.

We’ll also take a guided walking tour of the hippo pool trails. Of special note: we will visit the  Ivory Burning Monument  – site of the destruction of poached ivory and an important call to end this illegal behavior.

At the tour’s end, you will be  dropped at the park gate  or at an  extra USD 10 per car one way , you will be picked up or dropped off at your Nairobi hotel ,residence or Airport.

Tour Highlights

• The Big Four (no elephants) and much other wildlife on game drives
• Good chance to spot rhinos
• Walking trails and the hippo pools
• Over 400 species of birds
• Visit the Ivory Burning Monument
• Meet other safari lovers

OUR TOUR PRICE

Please check out our price for this group safari – you’ll see it is the most reasonable anywhere. There are no hidden fees, plus you’ll travel in safari-style in a 4 x 4 Land Cruiser Jeep .

If you would like to be picked up from your hotel or residence, the below extra cost PER CAR will apply

• Non-Residents: USD 10 (one way) and USD 20 (Return).
• Residents / Citizens: Ksh 1000 (one way) and Ksh 2000 (Return).
• Above transfer rates are per car .

Your Tour Includes

• Shared game viewing drives in 4wd pop up top safari Jeep.
• Services of English / other language speaking driver guide
• Park entry fees
• Bottled drinking water
• Government taxes and local levies

Why Visit Nairobi National Park?

Take a break from city life to refresh and recharge amongst the lions and the rhinos.

If you’ve come to Kenya on safari, this tour is a great way to get a taste of the wildlife experience before you journey on to the big parks.

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Africa Kenya Safaris Ltd is licensed under the Kenya Tourism Regulatory Authority ( TRA ) . It is Bonded member No. AS/720 of the Kenya Association of Tour Operators ( KATO ) , Ecotourism Kenya , East African Wildlife Society, and the African Travel and Tourism Association ( ATTA )

Nairobi Excursions

Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour

See free-ranging wildlife with the backdrop of the Nairobi skyline on a half-day tour to Nairobi National Park, a convenient way to experience a Kenya safari even if you have limited time. Door-to-door transport from Nairobi hotels make this a hassle-free way to get to the park, and you’ll have the chance to spot black rhinos, lions, giraffes, leopards, and hundreds of species of birds.

• Nairobi National Park tour with hotel pickup and drop-off
• Spot some of Africa’s ‘Big 5’ on a game drive
• Chance to take unique photos of wildlife with views of Nairobi
• Convenient morning and afternoon departure times available

What To Expect Itinerary

This is a typical itinerary for this product Stop At: Nairobi National Park, Nairobi Why go out of town to enjoy a safari, while you can start right here. Nairobi National park, one of Kenya’s most fascinating parks, is located only a few KMs from the city center and JKIA; is a haven that promises nothing short of Adventure! Start your day by an early morning pick from the hotel. After a short brief, make your way to the park, through the city lanes to the open savanna with our open rooftop tour vans. Famed for its open grass plains that play host to a rich cast of wildlife such as; the famous big five , including the endangered black rhinos ,not to mention over 400 bird species. The distant skyscrapers offer nostalgic city feels that acts as a perfect contrasting backdrop to natures finest, After 4 to 5 hours of an amazing game drive , coupled with stops to capture the perfect moments, with our well experienced and professional guide, it’s time to wind up and head back to the hotel or to the airport . At Kenya Bush expedition, we thrive in making your tours and safari count!

Hotel Pickup Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

What’s Included

What’s excluded.

-Park Entrance Fees

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking Children must be accompanied by an adult A current valid passport is required on the day of travel Not wheelchair accessible Infants must sit on laps Most travelers can participate.

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Nairobi National Park Tour: Different Packages with Prices

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Nairobi National Park Tour held Nairobians together when we had an inter-county Lockdown in Kenya. This was the only operational touristic site.

All the glory and merry about being the only National Park within a major city was not in vain.

You only miss the sun when it starts to snow. This was the case with the Nairobi National Park tour.

Thousands of tourists travel many miles overseas just to experience how it feels to do a game drive within a city.

Yet a Kenyan-born has never stepped into this Impeccable, picturesque, and enchanting Park.

Thanks to COVID 19 almost everyone went on a Nairobi National Park Safari. Netizens now appreciate it more than ever.

It came in handy, it was there for us when we needed it the most.

Without much ado, here is everything you need to know about the Nairobi National Park tour.

Why Nairobi National Park Stands Out.

I have been to this beautiful park countless times and I never get enough of it, no one does. Once you visit that’s it, you`re in for a long haul.

Now I want you to picture this. You’re in an office or hotel near this Park and all you have to do is just have a quick view over that window pane and suddenly you’re like a dog with two tails.

Viewing lions prowling on those Gazelles and to accentuate this, all you need is binoculars, and you’re Certainly sorted.

To spice it up, go for a game drive and take panoramic pictures of lions in their natural habitat with a backdrop of sky-scrapper city buildings.

Where else can you get such an experience? This makes the Nairobi National Park tour a unique tourist destination. Check out 7 attractions you can do from Nairobi.

Why you should do the Nairobi National Park Tour.

12.) Affordable.

The Nairobi National Park tour is the most affordable safari Package in Kenya.

COVID-19 measures recommend a minimum number of 6 pax per Tour Van or Land cruiser. This doesn’t mean the price has gone higher on the contrary it has gone down.

Nairobi National Park’s fee has always been almost half of the other National Parks’ fees. This is not because it has less to offer but because it is a Kenyan treasure for people all over the world.

In any case, the Nairobi National Park game drives are more engaging than most of the other National parks and reserves in Kenya.

The game drives start at 6:00 Am just like the other normal days and end at noon Six good hours of incredible Game drive. It is encouraged to do a family tour or with friends.

11.) Therapeutic.

This Safari will come in handy magically, You are on a business trip in Kenya and you only have a half-day in Nairobi?

Doing a game drive in Nairobi NP is the ideal activity in Nairobi. Isn`t it exhilarating to see that Lion with the black mane roar?

The moment you step in that KWS gate everything changes.

10.) Adrenaline rush

The thought of waking up early morning, the thrill of looking forward to the Big Day. The Game drive at Nairobi National Park Tour will keep you on your toes.

Just like back in the day on the eve of Christmas, that feeling before a big day will send those chills, and this is scientifically proven, to be a good course for your mind.

9.) Save Money

You will save a lot if you take the deals on the table. The Nairobi National Park Tour Packages are the most discounted and sold.

Some Tour operators will even extend the pleasure of receiving or dropping you at the Airport at no extra charge. or Dropping and picking you up at your Nairobi Residence.

The Attractions

8.) Black Rhinoceros.

This is one of the most endangered species in the history of Kenyan wildlife. Rhinoceros is hook-lipped, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

The black rhino population has declined by 97.6 from the 1960s, thanks to these assholes called poachers. Typing this name DRAINS ME.

I wish it never existed, wouldn’t the wildlife world be better? In 1993 before some of you were born, it was estimated that only 2300 black rhinos were remaining.

Thanks to digital conservation efforts across Africa. The population has risen to over 5,000 today. You’re lucky to be able to see a black rhino today.

It is a big deal to see a black rhino before it is too late, grab that phone, engage friends, or even do solo though sharing the cost with friends is always cheaper.

7.) The first park to be gazetted in Kenya.

we have many national parks sanctuaries and reserves in Kenya but Nairobi National Park was the first to be gazetted on December 16, 1946.

You will not only be doing a game drive but also going into history to experience the first park in the history of Kenya

6.) Diverse birdlife.

Nairobi National Park has over 500 bird Species. This means every corner you make in the park you will at least spot different species of birds if not rare.

20 Species are seasonal European migrants. This will go without saying that, Nairobi The Capital city of Kenya has the most bird species list in the world.

This park is widely and popularly known as a bird-guiding destination.

5.) The Big Five at Nairobi National Park.

Nairobi National Park is home to the big five except the Elephant which can be viewed at David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (Nairobi).

The Big Four, Lion, cheetah, leopard, and buffalo are just some of the animals you can encounter on a half-day trip on the Nairobi National Park Tour.

If you are lucky you will spot antelope species including the oribi, a grassland special. Coke’s hartebeest is quite common and if lucky, a herd of shy eland will come into view. Pairs of little Kirk’s dik-dik can be spotted as the endangered Hartebeest.

4.) Ivory Burning Site Monument.

This is one of the most important landmarks in the annals of conservation: It was here that the second Kenyan president, Daniel Arap Moi, made a dramatic statement to poachers by setting fire to 11 tonnes of seized ivory in 1989.

That event did send a strong message to the POACHERS. These Cold Hearted Ass** are the worst thing that ever happened to wildlife.

So, the burning meant we were strict about poaching and that it should stop immediately. somehow, I must say it kind of worked for a while.

Until 2016 the current president, Uhuru Kenyatta did the same as shown in the video above. He burned another 100 tonnes of Ivory at the same site.

I keep wondering what goes through the minds of these stone-cold-hearted humans. I know it must have hurt them, witnessing the ivory turn to ashes. This memorable site is within the park, precisely at the main Gate.

3.) Walking trails at hippo pools.

Following the Athi River Banks comes Nature trails inside the Nairobi National Park. This is one of the places you can take a walk or hike as there are raised wooden board path that allows you to have a panorama aerial view and the Hippo Pools. It is a showcase of the park, the route is patrolled by the KWS ( Kenya Wildlife Service) frequently just to keep you safe.

2.) The picnic site.

has facilities such as toilets, running water, and a parking area. Hiking, picnics, game viewing, and bird watching with animals, including hippos, crocodiles, monkeys, terrapins, and birds. The location of Hippo Pools Nature Trail is in Nairobi National Park’s southeastern end, near the Athi River.

1.) The Nairobi National Park Safari Walk.

With its raised wooden boardwalk that allows Panoramic Aeriel views of the wildlife, the Safari Walk is a showcase for Kenya’s Parks and Reserves, allowing an overview. You will be able to see wildlife including the rare bongo, white rhino, leopard, lion, cheetah, and many more…

Hotels inside the Nairobi National Park.

You will probably want to stay overnight and enjoy the roar of the lions, the hoot laugh of the hyenas, groans, and grunts of hippos and Leopards.

At the moment we only have one Tented Camp inside the Nairobi National Park.

Nairobi Tented Camp.

This is the only camp in Nairobi National Park to ever be allowed inside this incredible Gem at the moment.

I hope others not be allowed though due to conservation factors. The SGR should be the last construction in that park.

The Nairobi Tented Camp is only 7 Kilometers from Nairobi City.

The Camp Only consists of 9 tented Camps which can accommodate two pax per tent. They are instilled with showers and toilets. It is all Self-contained and you can enjoy the luxury of a Safari Camp.

Book Nairobi Tented Camp.

The Emakoko a boutique lodge.

There is the Emakoko a boutique lodge uniquely positioned on the edge of the Park. To access it you can drive through the park itself, with its beautiful scenery.

The only “transfer” delays likely to be encountered en route to or from The Emakoko are the natural pauses to watch a pride of lions or waiting for a Rhino or a tower of Giraffes to cross the road.

Book Emakoko a boutique lodge

The Ololo Safari Lodge and Farm.

One of the best Lodges on the banks of this magnificent Park. Wildlife is not scarce since they can come at an up-close and personal encounter.

Set on 20 Acres of land. Ololo Safari Lodge is a luxury lodge boosting beyond-expectations experience.

Book Ololo Safari Lodge.

Nairobi National Park Tour Packages 2022.

Well, the prices may vary depending on the season since tour Vans and Land Cruiser Jeep demand outweighs supply in Peak Season (July – February). Also, the Entrance fee during this period has long changed.

Nairobi National Park Tour Van Charges 2022.

According to Incredible Kenya Adventures , in 2023/24 Tour Van Charges are as follows.

Tour Van charges for locals.

• 1 Person Kes20,000
• 2 Pax Kes10,000
• 3 Pax Kes6,999
• 4Pax Kes4,999
• 5Pax Kes3,999
• 6Pax Kes3,599

Van charges for Non-Residents.

• 1 Person $200

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Nairobi National Park Land Cruiser (Jeep) Charges 2022.

4wd land cruiser charges for locals..

• 1 Person Kes25,000
• 2 Pax Kes13,000
• 3 Pax Kes9,999
• 4Pax Kes8,999
• 5Pax Kes5,499
• 6Pax Kes4,999

Land Cruiser charges for Non-Residents.

• 1 Person $250

Prices of the above package Include.

• Game drives for more than 5hrs
• Prices are Per Person
• English-speaking driver/guide.
• Pick up from the Hotel or Airport to the Park.
• Drop Off at the Airport or drop off at the place of your choice within Nairobi after the game drive.

NB// Prices Exclude Park Fees shown below .

Nairobi National Park Fees.

The new NNP Park fees are divided into two. High Season (July – February) and Low Season (March – June) as shown below.

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The Nairobi National Park Opening Hours.

Just like any other National Park in Kenya, all parks open at 06:00 AM and close at 6:00 PM. It is an offense to be in the park after the stated time unless it is a private conservancy.

You can do NNP in two sessions:

• The Morning sessions are usually the best. 06:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
• The Afternoon Session is from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

However, you’re free to do your game drives from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Although Nairobi National Park only needs 5 hours of game drives. You can combine NNP with Kitengela Hot Glass or Gp Karting Nairobi.

Nairobi National Park Map.

A detailed Map for NNP.

Which Animals are found in Nairobi National Park?

There are almost all sorts of animals in NNP. We have the big 5 Animals except for the Elephant as shown below.

The Lions of Nairobi National Park.

One of the most sought animals in Africa is the King Lion. Amongst the big Five, Lions are the favorite animal of many.

Nairobi NNP couldn`t be left out. There are plenty of lions roaming freely and are easy to spot during the Nairobi Tour.

Just like us, lions have a ruler, a king of a certain territory. Currently, in NNP there are the top three dominant lions as discussed below.

Mpakasi the Lion.

He is one of the most famous and photographed lions in Kenya. So, how do you identify Mpakasi from the rest?

He has a tracking collar around his neck. I would suggest they use GPS Chips instead though. He leads the Athi Pride together with his best friend Kitili.

(Athi pride consists of females, Solo, Serena, Zeeva, and Nala plus 10 Plus cubs) but he was recently spotted mating with Isinya a young lioness from the King Fisher pride which is led by Quntai and Leshan.

Sirikoi the Lion 

He was the direct competitor of Mpakasi, before he met his death (RIP 2014-2022) he ruled the KF4 pride. He was injured during a hunt and he was unable to walk again properly.

So the KWs moved in swiftly trying to save him by caging him but as fate would have it. He dislocated his jaws trying to free himself from the cage.

Sirikoi was the son of the late Mohawk who was gunned down in 2016 after straying.

(Mohawk is yet to get justice, he didn`t deserve to die that way). The rangers should have tranquilized him instead of shooting him dead.

Kitili the Terminator.

He was named after the former KWs Director General Kitili Mbathi. He is brother to Sirikoi but the best friend of Mpakasi.

The two (Mpakasi & Kitili) rule the same territory amicably. How do you identify Kitili? He has one eye, he lost his left eye from a thorn prick or something of the sort but not from a fight as many tend to believe.

You`re most likely to spot him on your Nairobi National Park Tour from a distance since his blind eye is conspicuous from a distance just like the Terminator.

He`s brother to Sirikoi and the Son of the late Mohawk.

Update: Unfortunately we lost Kitili the Lion, he was killed by other unidentified Lions. He was only trying to protect his Athi Pride Kingdom, he died a warrior .

Quntai and Leshan.

They are the future kings of NNP, these brothers hang out together most of the time. Quntai and Leshan are taking care of their King Fisher family after their seniors passed on.

They will soon take over the Park in no time. Mpakasi, Kitili & Sirikoi should watch out for these boys.

Frequently asked questions.

Why is it that there are no elephants in nnp.

Despite being the oldest park in Kenya, the park doesn’t have elephants because it is a small park and it doesn`t have enough wood. The elephants would struggle.

Is the Nairobi National Park Tour worth it?

Yes, especially if you`re not visiting other National main parks, and only have a short time in Nairobi. Then the park is worth every dime and second of it.

Anything else you would wish to know or something I should add regarding NNP? Hit me up in the comment section.

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Nairobi National Park Day Tour

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Nairobi National Park Day Tour is an action-packed 5-hour day safari in Nairobi National Park that begins at 0600 Hours or 1400 Hours. This safari is conducted in a 4×4 safari Landcruiser or an open-roofed safari van . The safari begins with a pickup from your hotel followed by a short drive of about 20 minutes (7 km from downtown Nairobi) to the entrance of the national park. Arriving at Nairobi National Park we check in and embark on our exciting game drive in the untamed bush.

Nairobi National Park wildlife : The park is a very successful rhino sanctuary and aside from elephants, you can expect to see giraffes, black and white rhinos, buffalo, leopard, cheetah, wildebeest, impala, zebras, hippos, waterbuck, warthog, eland, jackal and hyena, and even lion.  During the game drive, we pause to watch any interesting animal or bird sightings and take photographs.  Nairobi National Park is home to over 520 bird species . Some of the bird species that you will see include Martial Eagle, African crowned Eagle, Nairobi pipit, Desert cisticola, Violet wood-hoopoes, Saddle-billed stork zebras waxbill, Super starling, Lilac-breasted roller, Southern ground hornbill, Grey Crowned Crane, Secretary birds, Spikes weaker, Northern pied babbler

After a successful game drive, we make our way back through the national park watching for wildlife action along the way. We exit the park and later return back in the city. You can choose to be dropped off at one of Nairobi’s excellent restaurants or at your accommodation, bringing your action-packed safari to a close.

Nairobi National Park full or half-day tour is a 4-5 hour guided game drive through the Nairobi National Park. The park is located about 7 km (4.3 miles) from Nairobi’s central business district and is the only protected area in the world that is close to a capital city.

It was the first national park established in Kenya (1946), has an area of 45 square miles (117 km 2 ) , and lies about 5,000–6,000 feet (1,500–1,800 meters) above sea level. The park has over 80 species of mammals and more bird species than can be found in the whole of the British Isles.

Nairobi National Park has so many different habitats, represented, ranging from savannah grasslands, open woodland, scrub, bushed thickets, and dry wetland forests, others include rocky gorges, wetlands, rivers, and streams. The Park has prominently diverse indigenous flora comprising plants of more than 100 species.

Nairobi National park’s wide open grass plains and backdrop of the city scrapers, and scattered acacia bush play host to a wide variety of wildlife including four of the big five mammals (Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, and Rhino – more than 60 black rhinos).

Other animals to be encountered on a day tour include eland, impala, Grant’s and Thomson’s gazelles, Kongoni, zebra, wildebeest, Warthog, Maasai giraffe, Olive baboon, Syke’s monkey, Vervet monkey, cheetah, Chanler’s Mountain reedbuck,  hippopotami, crocodiles, and a diverse birdlife with over 400 species recorded.

Notable Birds in Nairobi National Park include Maasai Ostrich, African Darter, African Finfoot, Dwarf Bittern, Goliath Heron, Saddle-billed Stork, Spur-winged Goose, African Crowned Eagle, Secretarybird, African Fish Eagle, Ruppell’s Griffon Vulture, Black-chested Snake-Eagle, Gabar Goshawk, Augur Buzzard, Tawny Eagle, Bateleur, Grey crowned Crane and the Kori Bustard among others.

There are several designated picnic sites within the park; where you are entitled to get out of your vehicle, in the Nairobi National Park day tour and these include Impala Observation Point, Ivory Burning Site, Kingfisher Picnic Site, Mokoyeti Picnic Site and Hippo Pools and Nature Trail shaded picnic area.

The Nairobi National Park tour begins at 0600 Hours or 1400 Hours. The tour returns to the city centre at lunch hour or sundown. An early start in the morning helps in scoring more species, so pick up from the hotel/lodge is advisable to be early morning 0600hrs to be precise, the park opens at 0630 hours and closes at 0600 hours.

The cost of the day tour includes t ransport, park entrance fees, bottled water, and services of a local professional bird guide.

Nairobi National Park Day Tour Safari Morning Session

0530 Hours:  Pick up from your hotel or residence

0600 Hours : Arrive at the Nairobi National park entrance

0615 Hours to 1045 Hours:  Enjoy an extensive game drive in Nairobi National Park

1100 Hours to 1200 Hours:  Visit Baby elephant orphanage. (This is optional and at an extra cost)

1200 Hours:  Your African Spice Safaris driver guide returns you to your residence or drops you off at a restaurant of your choice within the city. (The lunch is optional and at an extra cost)

Nairobi National Park Day Tour Safari Afternoon Session

1400 Hours:  Pick up from your residence or Hotel

1445 Hours:  Arrive at the Nairobi National Park entrance Gate

1500 Hours to 1800 Hours:  After the game drive you may opt to visit the Nairobi Animal Orphanage or the Nairobi Safari Walk. (This is optional an attracts an extra cost)

1830 Hours:  Our driver guide transfer you back to the hotel/ residence or at a restaurant of your choice for dinner. (Meals are optional and attract extra cost)

Nairobi National Park Day Tour Prices

Nairobi national park day tour   rates includes:.

Professional English speaking guides + All entry fees, service charge and taxes + Game driving at Nairobi National Park Guided Tour & Pickup from your hotel in Nairobi and drop-off to your hotel

* Nairobi National Park is Open Daily (including public holidays) from 0600 Hours – 1900 Hours * This tour departs daily from Nairobi Hotels or from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport  or from any point within Nairobi

Nairobi National Park Day Tour   Rates Do Not Include:

* Drinks * Tips or gratuity * Travelers insurance * Communication charges * Minimum of one person required * Visas, international airfares and airport taxes; meals * Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities * Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)

Booking & Reservations Nairobi National Park Full or Half-Day Tour with a Guide Contact

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• Last Updated on October 25, 2020

Nairobi National Park Guide [Updated for 2022]

Nairobi National Park offers a taste of Kenya’s incredible wildlife and astounding beauty – without even leaving the city.  Spend your morning surrounded by giraffes, rhino’s, cheetahs, and lions and still be home in time for lunch.  

Yes, it may not live up to Kenya’s more famous and impressive parks like Maasai Mara and Amboseli. But what other city in the world has this kind of experience on its doorstep? 

If you want to escape into nature for a day, Nairobi National Park is the perfect place to go.

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• Visit Nairobi NP early in the morning for the best wildlife viewing.
• Nairobi NP has the highest concentrations of wild rhinos in Kenya. You’re guaranteed to see many on your visit. 
• Combine Nairobi NP as a day trip with nearby attractions like David Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary and Nairobi Giraffe Centre.
• If you don’t want to do a full game drive in the park, check out the Nairobi Safari Walk.

Nairobi National Park Fees

Additional charges.

All entry fees to Nairobi NP and any additional charges will be included in your game drive tour package. 

If you visit the park with your own vehicle, you’ll have to pay extra charges. If you stay overnight in that park at Nairobi Tented Camp , you’ l have to pay camping fees per person.

Nairobi National Park Wildlife

The park is home to a huge range of animals, both large and small. 

Over 100 mammal species live in the park, including 4 of the Big 5: lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalos. All that’s missing are elephants, but you can see plenty of them at Amboseli and Massai Mara. 

You’ll also get up close with giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeests, gazelles, baboons, hogs, and so much more. 

Nairobi NP is a hugely successful rhino sanctuary, and the species has been reintroduced to the park in huge numbers. Visiting the park is your best chance to see one of the most endangered animals on the planet. 

For bird watchers, over 400 migratory and endemic bird species live in or visit the park in large numbers. 

Best Time to Visit

Nairobi NP is best visited early in the morning. 

The local wildlife will be waking up and very active as they look for food and water. Depending on the season, the park can either get really hot or rainy by the early afternoon. 

Alternatively, you can come to the park for sunset. If you’re self-driving, this is a great option, as you can find the perfect viewpoint to watch the sun go down behind the hills. 

You can visit the park all year round.

Nairobi National Park Tours

Game drives.

Plenty of tour companies in Nairobi run daily game drives in the park, usually in the early morning and late afternoon. 

The tour lasts 5 hours in a comfortable 4×4, with stops across the whole park. They’ll pick you up and drop you off at your hotel or apartment, and you’ll get an expert guide as your driver. 

You’re guaranteed plenty of close encounters with the park’s wildlife.  

Combination Tours

For the complete Nairobi tourist experience, combine a game drive in Nairobi NP with a trip to some of the city’s other popular attractions.  

A trip to Nairobi NP perfectly compliments The Giraffe Centre and David Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary.  

Self-Drive Options

If you have a 4×4, it’s possible to visit the park without a guide or driver. 

However, you’ll need experience driving on the terrain and within close distances of wild animals. Otherwise, you risk scaring the animals away, completely missing them, or getting stuck in the mud for the afternoon. 

If you’re visiting the park for the first time, join a tour or hire a private driver and guide. It’s more fun, comfortable, and convenient.

Nairobi Safari Walk

If you’re looking for an even more relaxed wildlife experience, Nairobi NP also has a little known Safari Walk that doesn’t require entering the park, doing a game drive, and paying park entry fees. 

Tucked away in the far northwest corner of Nairobi NP, the Safari Walk is a 2.5km raised boardwalk that winds through three distinct ecosystems: wetlands, safari, and forestry. 

As you stroll along the boardwalk, you’ll get to see a wide variety of wildlife that populates Nairobi NP and all of Kenya: cheetahs, lions, hippos, monkeys, zebras, rhinos, and much more. Along the way, you’ll learn about Kenya’s diverse ecosystems, with plenty of excellent educational plaques and guides. 

If you’re spending the day in Karen and Langata, Nairobi Safari Walk is an excellent stopover on your way out of the city.

Nairobi National Park Map

Nairobi National Park Hotels

There are no hotels in Nairobi NP itself. However, you can stay at Nairobi Tented Camp , a boutique luxury campsite in the park. 

If you want to stay close to the park, there are plenty of great hotels along its border. Even better, many double as excellent airport hotels and are all close to Nairobi’s most popular tourist attractions and restaurants.

Main Gate/North of the Park

Tamarind Tree Hotel – A boutique art hotel with a heated outdoor swimming pool. Rooms are bright and colourful, just like the bar, restaurant, and lounge areas. 10-minute drive to Nairobi NP and Wilson Airport – for flights to the coast.

Emara Hotel Ole Sereni – Right on the border of Nairobi NP, the Ole Sereni offers stunning vistas overlooking the park from your room, the infinity pool, and the restaurant. The hotel itself is a luxurious mix of contemporary and traditional safari lodge architecture.

Eka Hotel – A modern, chic hotel with great outdoor facilities, including an excellent pool. Staff are attentive and can prepare a ‘breakfast box’ if you’re leaving for the park or an early flight in the morning. 

The Panari Hotel – Overlooking Nairobi NP and close to the airport. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool and spa, fitness centre and dining. 

Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport – One of two Hilton Hotels in Nairobi, Hilton Garden Inn offers the high standards and excellent facilities you expect from the chain. The rooftop infinity pool and bar area is definitely the highlight. 

South of the Park

What if you’re not in Nairobi and want to visit the national park but skip the city altogether? You can stay at some delightful, cozy lodges south of the park and enter from there. 

Nyati Hill Cottages – Traditional self-catering cottages with Swahili touches and private gardens. The beautifully landscaped gardens look out over Nairobi National Park and include a pool, restaurant, and breakfast area.

Frequently Asked Questions About Nairobi National Park

If you’re visiting Kenya for a short holiday, you’re better off visiting one of the country’s bigger parks.  However, do you live in Nairobi? In that case, the National Park is an excellent day out of the city – especially when combined with other tourist attractions like the giraffe centre and elephant sanctuary.

Yes!  Plenty of cities around the world have national parks closeby. But nobody else has one just 20 minutes/7 km from the city centre.

Absolutely! I’m not aware of any attacks or robberies in the park, and the animals pose no threat, so long as you stay in your vehicle and designated picnic areas and walking trails.

Tsavo is the biggest national park in Kenya. Tsavo National Park over 22,000 km sq. and made up of two separate national parks: Tsavo West and Tsavo East.  Of the two, Tsavo West National Park is a much better experience, with a lot more wildlife and better, more varied scenery.

Park Contacts

Nairobi National Park is managed by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). For any inquiries about the park, contact KWS. 

• Phone: 020-2423423, 020-2587435
• Email: [email protected] , [email protected]
• Website: www.kws.go.ke
• Postal Address: Nairobi National Park, The Warden, P.O. Box 42076-00100, Nairobi, Kenya

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1 Day Nairobi National Park Safari

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Nairobi National Game Park is a unique ecosystem by being the only protected area in the world close to a capital city. Located just 7kms from Nairobi’s city centre, Nairobi National Park is the perfect place for a half-day or full day excursion or Tour from the Kenyan capital. One of the only places on earth where you can be on safari with skyscrapers as part of your backdrop, it’s an ideal layover escape or add-on to your existing safari.

• See lions, rhinos, buffaloes in the Nairobi national park
• Visit the Animal Orphanage

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Nairobi National Park tour ,Baby elephant tour- Giraffes & Karen Blixen Museum Tour in Nairobi This full day tour is an excellent way to begin or end your East Africa safari. Search out wildlife at Nairobi National Park, on the outskirts of Nairobi. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the Karen Blixen Museum. Stop by the Giraffe Center for a close up look at the endangered Rothschild giraffe 1 full day Nairobi National Park tour, Baby elephant Giraffes & Karen Blixen Museum Tour in Nairobi

GREATER NAIROBI CITY TOUR 7am- 10am  – NAirobi Park Tour – Enjoy wildlife game viewing at Nairobi National park with close luck of lions and rhino among other animals

1100hrs-1200hrs : Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant orphanage, where young orphaned elephants are brought after being rescued and fed till they are mature to be released to the wild.

1200 -1300hrs:  Visit the Giraffe Centre where you feed the friendly Rothchilds Giraffe. They accept a kiss as they pick their food from your palms! Stop over at some shopping areas enroute.

1300-1400 hrs : You break for lunch at the Utamaduni -Verandah restaurant (paid direct as per the client’s choice of menu. Some shopping around.

1400-1500hrs : Visit the Karen Blixen museum, the house in the movie out of Africa.Visit the kazuri beads enroute.

1500hrs -1700hrs  Visit Bomas Of Kenya – Nairobi Tribal Toura Place named a tourist village in Langata, Nairobi. Bomas (homesteads) displays traditional villages belonging to the several Kenyan tribes.enjoy local tradition dances and acrobats and clients join as well in celebration local culture !

1630 : drop at airport for onward flight / your hotel for a deserved rest.

Welcome to Kenya’s most accessible yet incongruous safari experience. Set on the city’s southern outskirts, Nairobi National Park (at 117 sq km, it’s one of Africa’s smallest) has abundant wildlife which can, in places, be viewed against a backdrop of city skyscrapers and airliners coming in to land – it’s the only national park on earth that borders a capital city. Remarkably, the animals seem utterly unperturbed by it all.

Nairobi National Park has acquired the nickname ‘Kifaru Ark’, a testament to its success as a rhinoceros (kifaru in Kiswahili) sanctuary. The park is home to the world’s densest concentration of black rhinoceros (over 50). But even proximity to Kenya’s largest city couldn’t prevent poachers from killing one of the park’s rhinos in August 2013. It was the first such attack in six years.

Lions and hyenas are also commonly sighted within the park; park rangers at the entrance usually have updates on lion movements. You’ll need a bit of patience and a lot of luck to spot the park’s resident cheetahs and leopards. Other regularly spotted species include gazelle, warthog, zebra, giraffe, ostrich and buffalo.

The park’s wetland areas also sustain approximately 400 bird species, which is more than in the whole of the UK.

Ivory Burning Monument

Not far inside the park’s main Langata Road Gate, the Ivory Burning Monument marks the spot where, in 1989, Kenyan President Daniel arap Moi burnt 12 tons of ivory at a site near the main gate. This dramatic event improved Kenya’s conservation image at a time when East African wildlife was being decimated by relentless poaching.

Getting There & Around

Apart from the main entrance, which lies 7km from the CBD, there are other gates on Magadi Rd and the Athi River Gate; the latter is handy if you’re continuing on to Mombasa, Amboseli or the Tanzanian border. The roads in the park are passable with 2WDs, but travelling in a 4WD is never a bad idea, especially if the rains have been heavy.

Unless you already have your own vehicle, the cheapest way to see the park is on the park shuttle, a big KWS bus that leaves the main gate at 2pm on Sunday for a 2½-hour tour. You need to book in person at the main gate by 1.30pm. There was talk of this service being discontinued so ring ahead to avoid disappointment.

What’s included on the price of the safari.

Transport based on customized seven-sitter safari Van with specially modified suspension.Seats designed with seat belt and all clients are guaranteed window seats.

• All applicable game Park Entrance fees.
• All Camping Fees
• Finest accommodation offered in tent.
• Three meals a day while on Safari.
• Airport picks up on arrival in Nairobi.
• Professional Safari Guide/Driver.
• Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari.
• Round trip transport from Nairobi to the designated National Park.
• Pre–tour itinerary document.
• Extensive Game drives.

What’s not included on the price of the safari.

• Personal expense such as communication charges like emails, faxes, and phone calls
• Drinks like sodas, water, beer and wines
• Gratuity for the driver guide, waiter
• The cost of obtaining visa
• Pre- tour accommodation which can be arranged on request.

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Nairobi National Park Game Drive, Updated Tour Van Charges

Overview of our nairobi national park game drive, with our 2022 updated tour van charges and land cruiser tour prices.

Nairobi National Park Game Drive is a 6-hour game drive experience that starts and ends in Nairobi. The price per vehicle is $158 for a tour van and $263 for a land cruiser. Each vehicle can carry up to 8 guests. While at the Nairobi National Park game drive, you have a chance to see lions, buffaloes, wildebeest, baboons, cheetahs, rhinos, crocodiles, impalas, zebras, ostriches, leopards, and more than 100 species of mammals. This Nairobi National Park tour is one of our most popular day tours and excursions in Kenya and is the perfect safari park for a half-day or full-day excursion from the Kenyan capital, Nairobi.

Key features of the Nairobi National Park Tour

Key features of the Nairobi National Park.

• Animals include buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, baboon, zebra, wildebeest, and cheetah+++100 mammal species.
• 400 migratory and endemic bird species.

Picnic Facilities at The Nairobi National Park For corporate events, bush dinners, weddings, picnics, team building sessions, video and film production

• King Fisher
• historic ivory burning site

One of the only places on earth where you can be on safari with skyscrapers as part of your backdrop, it’s an ideal layover escape or add-on to your existing safari.

Nairobi National Park Tour Van and Tour Van Game Drive Charges

So how much does it cost to do a game drive at the Nairobi National Park in 2022? Here are the best charges for a Nairobi National Park tour in 2022:

January - December 31, 2022, Nairobi National Park Tour prices for a tour van or a land cruiser:

Option 1 - Tour Van Prices for a Nairobi National Park Tour

• The price per tour van is $158/15,000KES

Option 2 - Safari Land Cruiser Prices for a Nairobi National Park Tour

• The price per land cruiser is $263/25000KES

What is included in the prices for a Nairobi National Park tour above:

• Pick up from your Nairobi hotel
• Comprehensive game drives at the Nairobi National Park for 6 hours as per the itinerary below.
• Services of an experienced and professional English-speaking tour driver
• Sanitizer on board
• Drop off at your Nairobi Hotel

What is not included in the prices for a Nairobi National Park tour above:

• Park entry fee - $60 for an adult, $20 for a child to be paid directly at the gate of the park
• Meals and Drinks

INCLUSIONS OF OUR NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK HALF-DAY GAME DRIVE PACKAGE

• Pick up from your home, airport, or hotel within Nairobi or some parts of Kiambu county.
• A comprehensive game drive for 6 hours
• Sanitizer on Board
• Services of a professional driver guide.
• Drop off at the point of pick

Nairobi National Park Tour Itinerary (Typical, not fixed)

6:30 AM - Pick up from your hotel in Nairobi

7:15 AM - Arrival at the Nairobi National Park. The Park fee is paid at this moment - please carry US Dollars cash or use your card. You will also be requested to present your identification document, the passport.

7:30 - 1:30 PM - Enjoy a memorable Game Drive at the Nairobi National Park

1:45 PM - Exit the park and commence the trip back to your hotel

How to Book the Nairobi National Park Tour with Expeditions Maasai Safaris:

• Choose your preferred option (Van or Land Cruiser)
• Please click the link below to pay securely:
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• Email your payment confirmation to [email protected] or send the same to our WhatsApp contact number +254783999999 and include your day of choice for the trip, the name of the hotel/Apartment and the mobile contact to be used by our driver to contact you on the day of the trip.
• Receive an official receipt, relax and wait for our driver to pick you up.

Frequently Asked Questions: Nairobi National Park Tour

How much is the park entry fee charged at the Nairobi National Park?

Answer: Here is the park fee charges at Nairobi National Park in 2022:

• Each Kenyan adult pays 500 Kes. per adult, 215 Kes. per child
• Each non-resident adult pays $60, a non-resident child will pay $20

How long is the game drive for a Nairobi National Park tour?

Answer: The duration of a game drive at the Nairobi National Park is 6 hours. This is considered an adequate duration to view most if not all of the sightings at the Nairobi National Park.

How late can I book a Nairobi National Park tour?

Answer: We accept bookings as late as 12 hours prior to your trip

Which animals will I see at the Nairobi National Park?

Answer: The Nairobi National Park is home to buffalos, giraffes, lions, leopards, baboons, zebras, wildebeest, and cheetah, a total of 100 mammal species. The park also hosts over 400 migratory and endemic bird species.

Must I go on those hours or I can choose my own hours?

Answer: We are flexible and allow all our customers to choose their preferred timings. The timings provided above are the optimal times but do not imply you have to go on those specific times only.

Are there elephants at the Nairobi National Park?

Answer: No, there are no elephants at the Nairobi National Park.

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Nairobi National Game Park is a unique ecosystem by being the only protected area in the world close to a capital city. Located just 7kms from Nairobi’s city centre, Nairobi National Park is the perfect place for a half-day or full day excursion or Tour from the Kenyan capital. One of the only places on earth where you can be on safari with skyscrapers as part of your backdrop, it’s an ideal layover escape or add-on to your existing safari.

Nairobi National Park Kenya’s first ever National park is a unique and unspoilt wildlife haven within sight of the city’s skyline. Rhino, buffalo, cheetah, zebra, giraffe, lion and plenty of antelopes and gazelles can be seen roaming in this open plains country with a section of highland forest as well as stretches of broken bush country, deep, rocky valleys and gorges with scrub and long grass.

Ornithologists catch with over 300 bird species including the Secretary bird, crowned cranes, vultures, peckers and many more.

Nairobi National Park is the oldest of all Kenya’s national parks. It is known for its Black Rhino Sanctuary and, despite bordering the city, it is home to lions, leopards and hyenas as well as many other Kenyan animals.

Its closeness to Nairobi also means it is very accessible to Kenyans and tourists alike who want to experience a safari without having to travel and stay overnight elsewhere.

Situated around the Embakasi River, Nairobi National Park has herds of buffalo and a concentrated population of ostriches. It is also a good place to experience the wildebeest migration in the summer months and to see four of the “ Big Five ” African animals.

Nairobi National park history and overview

Nairobi National Park covers just 117km² (44 square miles), and consists of typical, original Kenyan landscape such as plains, forests, steep gorges and lush vegetation along the banks of the Embakasi River. It has a high-altitude, savannah landscape with acacia trees dotting across the open plains.

The park is located just outside of  Nairobi , the capital city of  Kenya , and its boundary adjoins the city’s industrial area.

The protection of animals such as lions, leopards and rhinos, as well as the black rhino conservation program, so close to a major city sometimes results in conflicts between the local Maasai tribe and the city’s four million inhabitants.

There are further problems as development continues and air pollution from the nearby industrial area increases. It is quite odd to see a giraffe grazing against the distant backdrop of high-rise buildings!

Nairobi National Park  is perhaps best known for its significant  black rhino sanctuary.  This is the best place to see these endangered animals in their native environment. There are no elephants in this national park, but four of the “Big Five” can be seen here (lions, leopards, buffalo and rhinos).

Other wildlife commonly seen in the national park include giraffes, elands, zebras and wildebeest. As well, hippos and crocodiles can often be spotted along the Embakasi River.

Nairobi National Park attracts over 150,000 visitors who come to the park every year to see the native African wildlife. Carry a notebook and a spotter’s guide, as well as plenty of water when you go on safari.

Safari Highlights: 1 Day Nairobi National Park Tour

• See lions, rhinos, buffaloes in the Nairobi national park
• Visit the Animal Orphanage

Detailed Itinerary for 1 Day Nairobi National Park Tour

Morning option - ½ day nairobi national park.

0745hrs:  Arrive at the Nairobi National park for the game drive/park Formalities.

0745hrs  – 1100hrs: After the game drive spend some time at the Safari Walk.

Afternoon Option - ½ Day Nairobi National Park

1445hrs:  Arrive at the Nairobi National park for the game drive/park Formalities.

1445hrs – 1700hrs : After the game drive spend some time at the Safari Walk.

Nairobi National park – weather and climate

How to get to nairobi national park.

By road : Nairobi National Park is only 7km from Nairobi’s city center via Langata Road and visitors can get there by private or public mass transport.

By Air : You arrive through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airports.

What to see and what to do at Nairobi National Park

The annual  wildebeest and zebra migration  takes place from July to October when 1.5 million animals migrate in search of water and grazing. The best time to see this incredible movement is in July and August.

The  endangered black rhinoceros  is protected here and the park supplies black rhinos to other national parks. Other major wildlife attractions to the park include the lion, cheetah, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, hyena and zebras. There are also sanctuaries for rhino breeding, nature trails, hippo pools and an animal orphanage.

Take a  game drive  to see four of the “Big Five” – lions, leopards, buffalo and rhinos, but no elephants.

Walking trails  can be enjoyed, along with five  picnic sites .

Bird watching  is popular here, with 400 species recorded.

Turtle and tortoise watching can also be enjoyed.

The park is open for  game viewing, bush dinners, film production  and  weddings .

Nairobi National Park tour van charges

The  Nairobi National Park tour van charges offered by City Sightseeing Tours are competitive and provide excellent value for your money. The charge range from USD 160 for a tour van to USD 300 for a 4×4 Lan cruiser for a Nairobi National park private tour.

Nairobi National Park Attractions and Key Features

The park offers a wide range of  wildlife, birds, and picnic facilities .

• Wildlife : Animals include lions, zebras, leopards, giraffes, wildebeests, cheetahs, baboons, buffalos, and over 100 mammal species.
• Birds : Over 400 endemic and migratory bird species.
• Nairobi National Park Picnic Sites : Impala, King Fisher, Mokoyiet, and Historic Ivory Burning Site.

Nairobi National Park Quick Facts

Here are four facts  about Nairobi National Park:

• Nairobi  National Park  Location : About 7 kilometers from the central business district; closest game reserve to a capital city in the world.
• Popular For : Small size of about 117 square kilometers; among the smallest in Africa.
• Wildlife Spotting Opportunities : Ideal for spotting buffalos, black rhinos, antelopes, giraffes, zebras, and hippos.
• Birdlife : About 400 species of endemic and migratory birds are found here.

Nairobi National Park Entry Fees for Non-Residents

The table below looks at the Nairobi National Park entry fees for non-residents, as outlined by the  Kenya Wildlife Service  (KWS).

East Africa Citizen pays Ksh. 2000 per adult & Ksh. 500 per child. The rest of Africa pays USD 50 per adult & USD 20 per child between July-March and USD 25 per adult & USD 10 per child between March-June.

Children are between the ages of 5 to 17 years.

Included in the Safari Cost

• Arrival & Departure airport transfers complementary to all our clients.
• Transportation as per itinerary.
• Accommodation per itinerary or similar with a request to all our clients.
• Meals as per itinerary Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
• Game Drives
• Services literate English driver/guide.
• National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary.
• Excursions & activities as per itinerary with a request
• Recommended Mineral Water while on safari.

Excluded in the Safari Cost

• Visas and related costs.
• Personal Taxes.
• Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature.
• International flights.
• Top tour destinations
• Experienced, well trained tour guides
• Reliable tour vans and experienced drivers
• Value for your money
• Great wildlife, sceneries, cultures
• 24/7 support through out

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