Top Nairobi Half-day Tours - page 2

Even if you only have a day free in Nairobi, escape the city and discover some spectacular birds and wildlife on this door-to-door private guided tour. First, drive to Lake Nakuru, where hundreds of thousands of flamingos can often be seen. Next, travel to Lake Naivasha and enjoy a boat ride as you watch hippos and feed eagles. Please note: Entrance fees and boat fare are at your own expense.

Visit East Africa’s largest black rhino reserve on a full-day tour from Nairobi to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Watch for wildlife on morning and afternoon game drives through a park that’s home to the world’s three remaining northern white rhino, and enjoy front-row views of a watering hole at a safari lodge. This full-day Ol Pejeta wildlife tour includes pickup and drop-off in Nairobi, game drives, and entrance fees at Ol Pejeta Conservancy.

Visit East Africa’s largest informal settlement during a private half-day visit to the Kibera slum. Navigate the sprawling network of unmarked streets and narrow alleys with an informative guide. Listen to stories about the resilience and ingenuity of Kibera residents in the vibrant and multi-faceted community, and understand why it is nicknamed the “City of Hope.”

Enjoy advanced reservations to Nairobi’s premier dinner and cultural show, located in stunning Safari Park Hotel. Small-group tours include door-to-door pickup and comfortable transfers in a private vehicle. Watch colorful acrobatic performances and listen to live music from local Swahili acts while digging into a traditional Kenyan dinner, with classics like barbecued meat and jacket potatoes.

Travel to or from Nairobi stress free knowing you’ve booked this one way transfer, that is guaranteed to get you where you need to be on time. For arrival choose between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or Wilson Airport to your departure, and vice versa. Your driver will be waiting with a name card, and they will take you the fastest and easiest route to your destination. Relax and enjoy the ride.

Many people meet members of the Maasai tribe during safari tours, but few get a chance to enjoy deeper and more meaningful interactions. Experience life in a Maasai village during this immersive half-day tour. Participate in village activities like milking goats, cooking ugali, and making your own beadwork. During Mondays and Fridays, visitors can also attend a livestock market.

Spend the day spotting Kenya’s most iconic wildlife species—and be back in Nairobi by nightfall—during this full-day private excursion to Amboseli National Park. Make the most of your day trip with morning and afternoon safari game drives. Enjoy views from an open-roof minivan or upgrade to a sturdy Land Cruiser. Lunch, hotel transfers, and bottled water are provided.

Choose a private tour of Lake Nakuru National Park for morning and afternoon game drives across the floor of the Great Rift Valley, with the individualized service of a private safari guide throughout the day. Private transport from hotels in Nairobi means less time on the road, and even more time to watch for rhino, lion, giraffe, buffalo, leopard, and Lake Nakuru’s brilliant flocks of pink flamingoes.

This overnight excursion packs several mini-adventures into one convenient tour. Travel to Mt. Longonot National Park with a stop to view the Great Rift Valley. Hike to a crater, take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, see wild animals in their natural habitat, and enjoy a bicycle tour in Hell's Gate National Park. Most meals and entrance fees are included and pickup or drop-off from the Nairobi airport is available for an additional fee.

One of Africa’s smallest national parks, Nairobi National Park sits right on the city’s outskirts, making it the ideal stop for time-pressed travelers: it hosts rhinos, lions, hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and more. Prebook your ticket online to guarantee entry, but do note that this is not a mobile ticket. You will need to arrange to redeem a physical ticket on arrival in Nairobi.

Combine two Nairobi highlights on a tour that starts at the Bomas of Kenya then continues to the Carnivore Restaurant for a sizzling dinner served on Masai swords. It’s a cultural immersion that packs traditions from all over Kenya — from dance to song and folklore — into one afternoon, and visiting the adjacent destinations on a single excursion means less time on the road and more time to experience Kenyan culture.

Kenya is famous for its wildlife, but most safaris take place far outside the capital. For anyone with limited time to spare, this half-day private excursion to Nairobi National Park lets you gaze at lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and more in the wild—without ever leaving the city. Even better, chauffeured excursions leave your hands free to focus on snapping the perfect lion shot.

Between the language barrier and the prevalence of low-quality goods, souvenir shopping in Kenya can be a minefield. Navigate it with ease on this door-to-door private tour, with your driver/guide on hand to translate, carry heavy items, and advise if required. A typical tour includes stops at four high-caliber stores: Kazuri Beads Factory, Utamaduni Crafts Centre, the Maasai Market, and Galleria Shopping Mall.

Immerse yourself in Nairobi’s vibrant neighborhoods on a 5-hour walking tour of the city, enjoy a traditional Kenyan lunch in a local restaurant and get a glimpse of daily life in Kenya’s capital. Stroll through the shady paths of Uhuru Park with your local guide, then walk past parliament buildings and the poignant tomb of the country’s first president. Discover Kenya’s rich artistic traditions and regional handicrafts at the National Archives and finish your tour with a classic Kenyan meal at a nearby restaurant. 

Instead of researching where to buy the best souvenirs in Nairobi, this convenient tour saves you time and takes you to a shortlist of great shopping spots. Browse traditional African fabric, ornaments, sculptures, and artwork—without any worries about language barriers, as the driver is there to help translate if you need assistance. Stops include the Kazuri Beads Factory—which makes ceramic beads, and Utamaduni Craft Centre.

Nairobi gathers Kenya’s diverse cultures, cuisines, and people into one vibrant city, but with so much to see and do it's hard to know where to start. Sample a little bit of everything on a Nairobi adventure that combines a guided tour of downtown with a trip to Bomas of Kenya, where you’ll see dances, crafts, music, and homes brought from all over the country.

With the aid of an expert guide & a proper safari Landcruzer, you’ll not only explore the park but also enjoy the rich history attached to the wildlife. By the end of the safari, you will have explored the only park at the center of a capital city and are happy to know you have a new family in Nairobi. Ready to assist with recommendations and any help you may need while in the Silicon Valley of Africa - Nairobi!

Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust on a half-day tour of a Nairobi elephant orphanage that’s home to adorable baby elephants that have been rescued by conservationists. Unlike some tour options that feature a long list of stops, the focus is on the elephant orphanage alone, so you’ll have even more time to watch the baby elephants bottle feed and play with their keepers. If desired, you can add a trip to the Giraffe Centre, climbing onto a viewing platform to see endangered Rothchild's giraffes from the treetops. Pre-booking transport from your Nairobi hotel ensures a hassle-free trip to these two family-friendly wildlife destinations.

Get a peek at lions, leopards, giraffes, and many more wildlife species—without ever leaving Nairobi’s city center—during this half-day excursion to Nairobi National Park. Ride comfortably from any hotel or private residence within the Kenyan capital. Then, settle back and relax as you journey through the dedicated nature reserve in a tour van with an open roof for optimal wildlife viewing.

An all-inclusive tour of top Nairobi wildlife attractions, opening an opportunity to see Kenya’s famous animals, within Nairobi. A professional guide takes you directly to the elephant orphanage trust and the giraffe center to learn about them and the conservation efforts in place to protect these animals in the wild. Optional free complimentary tour to the beads women factory will enrich your experience. An option to include Nairobi National Park available.

Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust on a half-day tour of a Nairobi elephant orphanage that’s home to adorable baby elephants that have been rescued by conservationists. Unlike some tour options that feature a long list of stops, the focus is on the elephant orphanage alone, so you’ll have even more time to watch the baby elephants bottle feed and play with their keepers.

Spot plenty of iconic wildlife species without ever even leaving the Kenyan capital during this six-hour safari tour in Nairobi National Park. Ride in a special tour van with a pop-up roof for optimal viewing. See lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and many more animals, with hotel or airport pickup and drop-off provided free of charge.

Get an insider glimpse of Nairobi’s Kibera neighborhood on this walking tour, led by an NPO worker. Visit neighborhood landmarks, meet local residents, and learn about daily life in Africa’s largest informal settlement, as well as the work currently done by local and government agencies to further improve the area’s infrastructure.