Top Kenya Day Trips - page 3

Crescent Island Game Sanctuary is the perfect place for wildlife watching; there are lots of different creatures to see—including hippos, giraffes, and eagles. Instead of visiting the sanctuary on a crowded group tour, this private experience offers a more peaceful encounter. Get picked up from your Nairobi hotel, then travel in a private vehicle to Crescent Island, with a driver-guide to accompany you and provide commentary throughout your adventure.

Escape the bustle of the capital and spot Kenya’s most iconic wildlife species during this full-day private safari tour to Mt. Amboseli National Park from Nairobi. Travel in a comfortable vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal animal sightings. See tusked elephants, wildebeest herds, zebras, and other native species. Tours include bottled water and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit Kenya's former capital city of Mombasa on this private day tour, which includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in Diani Beach. You'll visit the Fort Jesus Museum, take a stroll on the Bamburi Nature Trail, spend time in local markets, and have the chance to dine on an included lunch of Swahili cuisine.

Make the most of your time between flights during this full-day private layover tour from Nairobi that combines hiking and biking, followed by an optional boat ride. Start with a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley View Point to admire the vast depression. Head to Hell's Gate National Park for a cycling excursion—with bike rental included—followed by a visit to the gorges. Door-to-door airport transfers are provided.

Go beyond the wildlife and immerse yourself in indigenous Kenyan culture on a tour of a traditional Masai village. Experience the kind of local insight that most travelers miss as you learn about the distinctive customs and dress of the community, and enjoy the chance to shop for traditional souvenirs.

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.

Wildlife safaris are a great way to observe animals in their natural habitats, but they often require several days—or even more. Ideal for travelers short on time, this full-day private brings you to Amboseli National Park and back to Nairobi in a single day. Get a chance to spot lions, hyenas, cheetahs, zebras, and more during a panoramic game drive, plus the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro.

In one day you can get to know the city of Malindi, with its markets, the hectic African life. To then cross the bridge and immerse yourself in the quiet of Robinson Island and be lulled by the sound of the sea. End the day with a trip to Marafa where Hell's Kitchen is the Devil's Kitchen, as it is hot during the day. You will be fascinated by the tale of the legend of the creation of Marafa, exploring its gorges on foot. You will end the day admiring a beautiful sunset.

Embark on a private day trip to Tsavo East National Park and spend hours immersed in the stunning wildlife and landscapes. Enjoy a morning game drive where you visit the Aruba Dam, a watering hole for many animal species. After a delicious lunch in a park lodge, head on another game drive to spot even more animals—from red elephants to varied bird species.

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.

Get a chance to observe many of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife species—cheetahs, lions, zebras, elephants, and more—during this full-day shared excursion to Amboseli National Park. Door-to-door transportation from Nairobi and drinking water are provided. Explore the park from a pop-up van during a safari ride through the park before setting back for your Nairobi hotel. Visits to a local Masaai community can be arranged at an additional cost.

Hike your way up Mt. Longonot on a private day trip from Nairobi, and admire the national park’s volcanic terrain of bubbling geysers and soaring rift valley cliffs. After your climb to the crater’s rim, you’ll relax with a lakeside lunch, then hop on a boat for a cruise around Lake Naivasha, looking for hippos and eagles as you go. The full climb and descent takes up to four hours, and a good general standard of fitness is needed.

Go into the Great Rift Valley to hike an extinct volcano and explore a shimmering lake on a full-day, private tour from Nairobi to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha. A guided hike to the summit earns sweeping views across the Great Rift Valley and into forested crater, and the tour’s early departure from Nairobi means you’ll be hiking Mount Longonot in the cooler morning hours.

Combine stunning natural landscapes with big game spotting during this full-day excursion to Amboseli National Park. Departing from Nairobi, you’ll travel comfortably by transportation with an English-speaking driver. Get a peek at lions, elephants, giraffes, and many more animals, plus views of Mt. Kilimanjaro if the weather permits. Park admission fees are paid separately. Upgrade to include a stop in a Maasai village.

Take a break from the bustling capital on a day tour to Hell’s Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha. Explore by bike, boat (own expense), and foot for an intimate perspective of the unique landscape, and gain insight into the region’s history and geology from your guide. Skip the stress of public transport with included round-trip transfer, and avoid hidden costs with bike rental and park entrance fees included.

Escape the busy streets of Mombasa for a safari adventure in Tsavo East National Park, one of the oldest national parks in Kenya. This private, full-day package takes care of all the details, from round-trip transport, a tour of the park, plus lunch and bottled water. Keep your eyes peeled for herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, zebras, and giraffes—all from your seat in a comfortable safari vehicle, with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing.

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See the world’s only remaining white rhinos—only with endangered black rhinos and chimpanzees—during this private, full-day excursion to Ol Pejeta Conservancy from Nairobi. Travel comfortably from the capital with your own driver and guide, with pickup and drop-off from your hotel accommodation included. Enjoy a safari drive in a vehicle with a pop-up roof as you observe wildlife at their waterhole.

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.

If you’re arriving into Mombasa by cruise ship, this private tour is ideal for exploring the city. Arrive at the shore of Mombasa and set off on a tour of highlights great for culture and history lovers. Visit Fort Jesus Historical Museum, explore Old Town and local markets, see the Mombasa Elephant Tusk monument, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for convenience.

Under the towering sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, experience a safari tour in Amboseli National Park that incorporates picturesque natural beauty with unforgettable close encounters with wildlife. See elephants numbering over 100 grazing in the grasslands, and spot zebra, impala, warthogs and more in the shrubs and down by the watering holes—as well as lions and cheetah.

Discover Nairobi’s art and cultural scene without deciding which museums and galleries to prioritize on your own. This private half-day tour brings together three of the city’s leading institutions for a broader look at Kenya’s heritage, from historical collections to modern and contemporary African art. Travel between stops with ease while gaining added context and insight throughout the experience.

Discover some of Kenya’s diverse cultures without leaving Nairobi on a full-day tour that includes a kazuri bead factory, Matbronze Wildlife Art, the Bomas of Kenya, and the Maasai Market. Traveling across the city with a local driver takes the hassle and stress out of exploring Nairobi, and you’ll get a great introduction to cultures from across the country, from art and artisans to traditional life.

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