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.

Get a real safari experience on a half-day tour from Nairobi
Visit a national park that’s home to rhino, lions, giraffes, and more
Airport drop-off option saves you a separate trip upon departure
Convenient pickup and drop-off at Nairobi hotels

What's Included

Bottled water
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
drive in an open roofed van for game views

Park entrance fee

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Apartments , homes

What To Expect

This Nairobi National Park safari begins with pickup at your hotel in Nairobi—the early start is timed to catch wildlife when they’re most active. (An early departure helps avoid Nairobi traffic, too.)

While some Nairobi tours just make short stops at the national park, this itinerary is designed for more in-depth game viewing. You’ll have four or five hours to watch free-roaming national park wildlife from black rhino to lions, leopards, cheetah, and giraffes. Unlike some big-bus tours, this small-group experience is limited to 15 people to ensure better views throughout the game drive.

After the game drive, this tour ends with drop-off at the location of your choice. You can return to a hotel in Nairobi, or head straight to a flight by choosing drop-off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Nairobi National Park

5 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infants must sit on laps

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Karim_A

William was a wonderful tour guide. Super helpful and fun. I would recommend him for everyone. The price was reasonable

Reviews

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First Visit to Kenya

MONIKA_G, Mar 2024

Lawrence was an absolute gem. He was patient kind he allowed for plenty of picture taken. He was knowledgeable about the animals and the safari . In addition to game viewing and wildlife tracking, African safaris nowadays are about: the experience of being out in the bush (wilderness) exploring scenic places and natural wonders. encountering the local cultures of Africa. They maintained that they planned a safari trip. The money you pay for safari trips helps national parks do their job of conserving wildlife.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Dear Monika, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Lawrence provided you with such a memorable experience during your safari tour in Nairobi National Park. Our team takes great pride in ensuring that our guests have knowledgeable and accommodating guides to enhance their safari adventures. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable safari experience in the future!

Great day in Kenya

Jekaterina_I, Mar 2024

Our amazing driver Francis was very punctual, helpful and friendly. Best experience ever: in time, no queuing at the entrance, lots of wild animals.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that your safari tour with Francis in Nairobi National Park was such a fantastic day. We take pride in providing punctual, helpful, and friendly service to ensure our guests have the best experience possible. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed seeing lots of wild animals without any hassle, and we're thrilled to have been a part of your memorable adventure in Kenya. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future with family and friends .

Great experience with Lawerence in Nairobi National Park

Gerald_M, Mar 2024

Lawrence was a great driver and guide! Really good experience. Recommend paying for park fees in advance to avoid issues. The eCitizen system is not always compatible with foreign accounts.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Dear Gerald, Thank you once again for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you had a great safari tour with Lawrence in Nairobi National Park. We appreciate your recommendation to pay for park fees in advance to avoid any potential issues, especially with the eCitizen system. We understand the challenges that can arise with foreign accounts and are grateful for your suggestion. We strive to ensure a seamless experience for our guests, and we're glad Lawrence could contribute to making your visit memorable. Should you plan another trip to Nairobi National Park or any other destination, we would be honored to welcome you back for another great experience.

Great half-day at Nairobi National Park

Ileana_L, Mar 2024

Great experience in Nairobi and it's a really good value for the money. We've been collected from the airport and shown around for a bery short bit the city. The driver was very knowledgeable and friendly and made sure we saw as many animals as possible. Definitely recommend!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Dear Ileana, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you had a great tour and that you found it to be excellent value for your money. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed being collected from the airport and given a brief tour of the city before heading to the park.We're glad to hear that your driver was knowledgeable, friendly, and dedicated to ensuring you saw as many animals as possible during your safari. Thank you for your recommendation, and we truly appreciate your kind words, we would be thrilled to welcome you back for another memorable experience!

Best Safari Guide in Nairobi!!

Kris_O, Mar 2024

Our guide was so knowledgeable and taught us so much about the animals…He made us laugh and told us many interesting stories of how the Lions mate…

More expensive than others.

Wendy_F, Mar 2024

My ticket through Víctor was more expensive than other providers. I paid US$85 while others that also bought the same day paid us$52.

Best safari experience

Luka_D, Mar 2024

A knowledgeable guide thats also a fast and good driver, really went out of his way to help us see all the animals in the park.. warm recommendation to anyone wanting to go on a safari.. i went with the toyota hiace van that was more than capable being even faster than jeeps when we were chasing to find the lions early in the morning.. guide julian is truly the best

Highly recommend

Indi_M, Mar 2024

Highly recommend. Our guide Lawrence was really nice, waited for me when I was late, gave really interesting information on the animals and was committed to making sure we saw all the animals (saw lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinos among many others)

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Dear Indi-m, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience on your safari tour in Nairobi National Park with Lawrence as your guide. It's fantastic to know that he was accommodating and patient, even waiting for you when you were late.We're delighted that Lawrence provided you with interesting information about the animals and was committed to ensuring you saw a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, and many others.Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate it. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another incredible safari experience in the future!

Super safari

Neil_M, Mar 2024

We saw everything: rhinos, lions, giraffes, hippos, the Nairobi skyline in the background. It's not the Serengeti but it's still a great experience. Best thing you can do in Nairobi.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Dear Neil, Thank you for sharing your amazing experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a super safari in Nairobi National Park and got to see such a diverse range of wildlife, including rhinos, lions, giraffes, and hippos, with the stunning Nairobi skyline as a backdrop.We're glad to know that despite not being the Serengeti, you still found it to be a great experience. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we're honored that you consider this safari tour to be the best thing to do in Nairobi.Thank you for choosing us for your safari adventure, and we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future!

Highly suggested

Naomi_W, Mar 2024

Awesome trip and wonderful guide. Very friendly and helpful. Great way to spend half a day seeing the awesome wildlife in Nairobi.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Naomi, Thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome safari tour at Nairobi National Park with our wonderful guide. We appreciate your recommendation and are delighted that you found it to be a great way to spend half a day enjoying the incredible wildlife in Nairobi. If you have any more adventures in mind, we'd be delighted to welcome you back. Safe travels!

A good safari tour

Loredana_S, Feb 2024

It was a good tour. We did not see the lions but we saw other animals. The driver was on time, all good. I recomend the experience.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your experience on the Safari Tour at Nairobi National Park. We're glad to hear that it was a good tour, and despite not seeing lions, you enjoyed observing other animals. We appreciate your positive feedback on the punctuality of the driver. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're honored to have been part of your safari experience. If you ever plan another adventure, we'd be delighted to welcome you back. Safe travels!

Get an open car

Lars_N, Feb 2024

The wildfire so close to Nairobi - seeing the animals in their natural habitat Lions giraffes rhinos hippos crocs

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Lars, Thank you for sharing your experience on the Safari Tour at Nairobi National Park. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed witnessing the animals in their natural habitat, especially with the backdrop of the wildfire. Lions, giraffes, rhinos, hippos. If you plan another adventure in the future, we'd be honored to welcome you back. Safe travels, and thank you for choosing us for your safari experience!

Excellent experience

Karim_A, Feb 2024

William was a wonderful tour guide. Super helpful and fun. I would recommend him for everyone. The price was reasonable

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Karim, Thank you for sharing your excellent experience on the Safari Tour at Nairobi National Park. We're thrilled to hear that William, your tour guide, was wonderful, helpful, and fun. We appreciate your recommendation, and we're delighted that you found the price reasonable. If you plan to embark on more adventures in the future, William and the team would be honored to welcome you back. Safe travels, and thank you for choosing us for your safari experience!

10/10 would safari again

George_R, Feb 2024

Amazing experience everything went smoothly pickup was on time and we saw so many fantastic animals!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear George, We're thrilled to receive your positive feedback on the Safari Tour at Nairobi National Park! It's fantastic to hear that everything went smoothly, from the on-time pickup to the abundance of fantastic animals. If you ever decide to safari again, we'd be honored to welcome you back. Thank you for choosing us for your memorable experience!

Lovely trip with a couple of pointers

Tara_W, Feb 2024

Two things that would be tremendously helpful: make sure the government park fees are clear when booking and make sure your staff knows who is exempt from the higher fees. Ex. Refugees. I paid $45 × 4 when I should've paid x 1. I am not foolish enough to hold my breath for a refund of $125 from the Kenyan government, but it would've made the trip less expensive! The trip itself was lovely!!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Tara, Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Safari Tour at Nairobi National Park. We appreciate your positive comments about the lovely trip. We sincerely apologize for any confusion regarding the government park fees. Your input is valuable, and we’ll work to ensure clearer communication about fees and exemptions for future bookings. We’re glad you enjoyed the trip, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide an even better experience in the future. Safe travels!

An unforgettable trip!

FAITH_N, Feb 2024

Crocodiles, lions, giraffes, rhinos, impalas, baboons, warthogs, a lush forest - an incredible experience right in the middle of Nairobi. Highly recommended!

Great safari experiences at Nairobi NP

Hiroaki_M, Feb 2024

The tour guide was Lawrence, who was truly knowledgeable in Nairobi NP. We needed to start the safari tour a bit late due to payment difficulties caused by the new payment system introduced by the government of Kenya, but Lawrence still showed a lot of amazing nature. Highlights I could see included the baby giraffe, a large group of rhinoceros, and a couple of male and female lions at the end. This tour company also provided free pick up at the airport as well as free drop off at the hotel in Nairobi CBD. I endorse this tour company for the great safari experiences in Nairobi NP!

A must do in Nairobi.

Ana_D, Feb 2024

it was an amazing experience in the middle of a large city. We were able to see 3 out of the Big Five.

Amazing

Mickael_D, Jan 2024

Very well organized and the driver well the park a lot of animals in the wild, good explanation given

Great tour with an experienced guide who knew the park well.

Kevin_F, Jan 2024

The lioness with her cub was the tour highlight. And the black rhino was an amazing experience. The tour exceeded our expectations.

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