Nairobi
Kenya’s capital is the gateway to East Africa’s greatest safaris, with wildlife on its very doorstep — and the legendary Maasai Mara just beyond.
Things to do in Nairobi
Tours in Nairobi
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Nairobi is the beating heart of East African safari. Kenya's capital is the only major city with a national park on its doorstep, where lions and rhinos roam against a skyline backdrop. It's the launchpad for the legendary Maasai Mara and a worthwhile stop in its own right, full of wildlife encounters and culture.
Top Things to Do in Nairobi
Spot lions, giraffes and rhinos on a game drive in Nairobi National Park, minutes from downtown. Meet rescued calves at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and hand-feed endangered Rothschild's giraffes at the Giraffe Centre.
For the ultimate adventure, Nairobi is the gateway to multi-day safaris in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli and beyond.
Tours Worth Booking
- Maasai Mara multi-day safari packages
- Nairobi National Park half-day game drives
- Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre tours
- Amboseli and Lake Nakuru safari trips
Best Time to Visit
The dry seasons of June–October and January–February are best for wildlife viewing, when animals gather around water. The Great Migration reaches the Maasai Mara roughly July–October. The wet seasons bring lush landscapes and lower prices but trickier roads.
Getting Around
Ride-hailing apps (Uber, Bolt) are the easiest and safest way around the city. For game drives and safaris, organised tours with a guide and 4x4 vehicle are essential — and the standard way to experience Kenya's parks.