Top Nairobi Cultural Tours

Ideal as an introduction for first-time visitors to Nairobi (or anyone looking to enhance their understanding of the Kenyan capital), this customizable small-group tour ditches the dry historical information and gives travelers an insider’s view of the city. Highlights include Jamia Mosque, souvenir shopping at City Market, and a city-wide panorama from KICC. Bottled water and door-to-door, air-conditioned vehicle transfers are provided.

Visit the largest urban informal settlement in Africa during this private, half-day tour through Nairobi’s Kibera slum. Explore the vibrant community with a born-and-bred Kibera local. Get an insider’s perspective as you see local landmarks like a crafts workshop, the main marketplace, and even a personal visit to your tour guide’s family home. Round-trip transfers from your hotel accommodation are provided.

Kenya is well known for its landscape and wildlife, but visitors are often left wondering about the lifestyle and culture of the country’s indigenous communities. Separate the fact from the fiction on this day tour to a Maasai village and hear first-hand insights into Maasai traditions directly from community members. Benefit from the personalized attention and insights of your private guide and travel the distance easily with round-trip transportation from your Nairobi hotel.

Get to know a Nairobi beyond its history during this private walking tour with former street children. Follow your guides through the city streets and learn about their upbringing on the streets and how they transformed their lives with the Nai Nami project for underprivileged youths. Learn about life on the street, ask questions, and develop personal connections with the locals during this storytelling tour.

Prepaid entrance fees and private transportation make for a foolproof day of Nairobi sightseeing. Visit top Nairobi sites such as Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre,—all with the benefit of a personal guide to share information about the local wildlife, history, and culture as you go.

Guarantee a smooth and easy transfer from Nairobi's International Airport to your hotel by pre-booking your transfers. You'll ride in a private vehicle just for your party, with the option to upgrade to a limo or an SUV on request. As an added bonus, your driver will meet you at the airport and will track your flight in case of any delays.

Spend an afternoon with some of Africa's most iconic animals on this day tour from Nairobi that gives access to giant elephants and towering giraffes. TThen stop at the Giraffe Center, where you'll find Rothschild giraffes wandering the grounds. This memorable experience includes a tour of the Kazuri beads women factory

Forget the hassle of multi-day excursions and discover African wildlife just outside the capital on a small-group trip to Nairobi National Park (entrance fee not included). See native species such as lions, rhinos, and giraffes against an urban backdrop, and learn about the region’s flora and fauna from your professional guide. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule, and benefit from round-trip transfer for a hassle-free experience.

Learn about two of Kenya's most famous animals on this tour to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. See the animals in a safe, contained environment focused on rehabilitation and conservation. This tour includes all entrance fees and private transportation for a hassle-free experience.

Spot free-roaming wildlife at the edge of Nairobi on a Nairobi National Park game drive in an open-top safari vehicle. An early-morning departure means cooler temperatures and the chance to see the animals when they’re most active, prowling grassy plains and acacia bush with the dramatic backdrop of city skyscrapers.

Without leaving Nairobi, you can still see plenty of wildlife in just a few hours on this tour to Nairobi National Park. A private vehicle takes you through the park in search of animals like lions, zebras, and giraffes in a wild habitat, and an in-the-know guide shares information and ups your chances of seeing the animals you most want to see.

Treat yourself to a smooth and hassle-free arrival or departure from Nairobi during this private, one-way vehicle transfer between your city hotel and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Just provide your flight details and get picked up and dropped off in accordance with your schedule. Choose between sedans, passenger vans, and buses depending on your group size.

Kenyan tea is renowned around the world and the Kiambethu Tea Farm is among the country’s oldest, dating back to 1910. This private full-day tour from Nairobi includes a tour of the tea plantation, a delicious 3-course lunch, and an expert-led tea tasting. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Discover the beautiful Nairobi National Park on this half-day tour just outside Kenya’s capital. Take a tour through this wildlife sanctuary and see numerous animals such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, the endangered black rhino, and over 400 species of birds in a spacious setting of grass plains. Over 50 species of mammals are on display here including four of the Big Five, except for the great elephants.

Get a taste of Kenyan wildlife and culture on this guided tour from Nairobi. Visit the Giraffe Center and the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, one of the most successful elephant rescues in the world, before heading to a traditional bead workshop and a music and dance performance at Bomas of Kenya. A professional guide and private transportation ensure a comfortable and convenient trip.

Bike, hike, and sail your way through Hell's Gate National Park on this private guided tour from Nairobi. Keep your eyes out for sightings of animals such as baboons and buffaloes inside the park, and then take the waters of Lake Naivasha to see hippos and birds. This tour also includes a visit to a Maasai community, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a break for lunch at your own expense.

Take a guided walking tour of Nairobi with a private guide. Visit Jevangee Garden, a park donated to and owned by Kenya’s poor, and City Market, where you can purchase cultural souvenirs, clothing, and fresh food. You will also visit the Kenyatta International Conference Center for a chance to see panoramic views of Nairobi from its tower.

Spend the day at the Kiambethu Tea Farm just outside Nairobi and learn all about tea during this small-group tour. Once you arrive, listen to engaging commentary about the history of Kiambethu and the process of making tea before embarking on a guided tour of the farm. Then enjoy a farm-fresh 3-course lunch, along with a cup of tea, while admiring the sweeping views of the Ngong Hills tea fields.

Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of the most famous game reserves in the world, known for its native populations of antelopes, gazelles, giraffes, and more. Make the most of your trip to the reserve on this 3-day budget tour, which includes multiple game drives for the greatest chance of spotting wildlife. See Mount Longonot National Park and Mara River, and enjoy the convenience of having meals, transport, and safari tent accommodation included.

The flamingoes that gather at Lake Nakuru National Park are considered one of Africa’s greatest natural sights, but the area’s wildlife and scenery go far beyond the bright pink birds. This 11.5-hour, private guided tour from Nairobi offers ample time to explore the park, spot animals on morning and afternoon game drives, and see birds and hippos from a boat on Lake Naivasha.

Spend a day exploring Kenya’s capital city and some of its most popular attractions. First, visit Nairobi National Park, a unique preserve where big game graze just beyond the downtown skyscrapers. Then visit elephant and giraffe centers to learn about local conservation efforts. After lunch, choose between visiting either the Karen Blixen Museum (the Out of Africa house) or Bomas of Kenya, a tourist village that celebrates traditional Kenyan culture.

Between fake souvenirs and the national bargaining culture, shopping in Nairobi can be a minefield. Find the best quality arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, and homewares at sensible prices on this small-group guided door-to-door shopping tour. Visit the African Heritage House, Utamaduni Craft Centre, Kazuri Beads Factory, Marula Studios, the City Market, and, if it’s open, the Maasai Market, and leave with souvenirs that will last a lifetime.

Visitors to the capital on limited time can still experience Kenya’s famous wildlife on a private half-day tour to Nairobi National Park, where lions, rhinos, and more live naturally on the outskirts of the city. Explore by open-top vehicle for an intimate glimpse of native species, and enjoy insights provided by your guide. Round-trip transfer ensures a hassle-free experience, and early departure allows you to pack more into your day.