Experience the Green City of Nairobi
Nairobi is the beating heart of Kenya - a dynamic, cosmopolitan capital where glass towers rise alongside a national park teeming with lions, rhinos and giraffes. It is the natural gateway to the country's great safari destinations and a dazzling destination in its own right.
The Nairobi National Park, right on the city's doorstep, offers a surreal wildlife experience, while world-renowned attractions such as the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust's elephant nursery, the Giraffe Centre and the Karen Blixen Museum bring Kenya's heritage vividly to life.
Basic Information
From its buzzing markets and gourmet restaurants to its rich museums and cultural scene, Nairobi offers an exhilarating blend of modern Africa and untamed wilderness.
- Destination
- Country
- Best Time to Visit
- National Park
- Main Attractions
- Gateway
- Nickname
- Nairobi
- Kenya
- Year-round; Jun-Oct & Jan-Mar
- 117 sq km
- National Park & museums
- Safari gateway
- Green City in the Sun
Nowhere else on earth do you watch lions and rhinos roam against a glittering city skyline, and cradle a rescued elephant calf by afternoon - Nairobi is where the wild and the modern meet.
The Gorge Tours Safari Guide
The best time to visit Nairobi is year-round, with the driest and clearest months from June to October and January to March being ideal for game drives in the national park and outdoor sightseeing, while the city thrives in every season.
Whether you come for the surreal safari in the city, the gentle companionship of orphaned elephants, or the rich museums and markets, Nairobi is both a world-class gateway to Kenya and an unforgettable destination in itself.
Sample 2-Day Nairobi Itinerary
Start with a morning game drive in Nairobi National Park, where lions, rhinos and giraffes roam against the skyline. After lunch, visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to see rescued elephants, then enjoy a sunset at a city rooftop or a cultural visit before overnight at your Nairobi hotel.
Visit the Giraffe Centre to feed the endangered Rothschild giraffe, explore the Karen Blixen Museum and shop at the vibrant Maasai Market. In the afternoon, discover the Nairobi National Museum or the historic railway museum before transferring to the airport or continuing your Kenyan journey.
This is a sample itinerary and can be fully customized to suit your dates, budget and interests.
Highlights
- Safari in Nairobi National Park against the skyline
- Meet rescued elephants at the David Sheldrick Trust
- Feed Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Centre
- Tour the Karen Blixen Museum of Out of Africa
- Explore city landmarks & the National Museum
- Shop for crafts at the vibrant Maasai Market
- Enjoy rooftop dining with a wild-city sunset
