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Dive into the cultural and natural treasures of Nairobi with our specially curated day tour, encompassing the Karen Blixen Museum, Kazuri Beads Factory, and the Giraffe Centre. This journey offers a blend of history, local artisan crafts, and wildlife interaction, making for a memorable day out in Kenya's vibrant capital city. Starting with the former home of acclaimed Danish author Karen Blixen, we delve into the pages of her famous book Out of Africa followed by a visit to the Kazuri Beads Factory where you experience firsthand the beautiful handcrafts made by local women. The day rounds off with a visit to the Giraffe Centre, offering the unique opportunity to come face-to-face with the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Let's embark on this exciting adventure! Appreciate African women craftsmanship at the beads women factory.

Explore the vibrant heart of Nairobi on this guided city tour, showcasing the rich history and culture of Kenya's capital. Stroll along Kenyatta Avenue, visit the iconic Macmillan Library, and admire the architectural beauty of Jamia Mosque. Experience the bustling atmosphere of City Market for some shopping and bargaining, then unwind in Uhuru Park and Jivanjee Park. Discover Nairobi University and Point Zero before concluding the adventure at the KICC with panoramic views of the city. Guided tour featuring Nairobi's key historical and cultural sites Visit iconic landmarks like the Macmillan Library and Jamia Mosque Enjoy a shopping experience at the lively City Market Conclude with stunning views from the KICC observation deck

During the tour, I will take you to the tallest building in Nairobi, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the city from above. From this vantage point, you’ll also see the statue of Kenya’s first president. Depending on the time of day, this stop offers a beautiful opportunity to experience either sunrise or sunset over Nairobi. We will visit the site of the 1998 U.S. Embassy bombing and discuss its historical significance. Along the way, we will explore and discuss the many monuments that have played an important role in the history of Nairobi and Kenya as a nation. Afterward, we will head to the Maasai Market, where you can shop for authentic African handicrafts, souvenirs, curios, and more. I will assist you throughout to ensure you get quality items at local prices. Once the tour is complete, I will recommend a good restaurant, and I will also help arrange an Uber to take you back to your hotel safely and conveniently.

Enjoy a guided tour to David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, one of the best places to visit while in Nairobi. The orphanage cares for rescued baby elephants. Watch them enjoy their formula milk up close and personal.

Being in Nairobi with limited time, take advantage of knowing the city streets and life in the slums by interacting with locals and making friends. Enjoy the tour with our professional local guides who can make you enter every city corner without fear. Get to know how slum life is as you interact with slum dwellers. A guide who is a Kibera resident, born and brought up there, will make the tour more exciting and enjoyable. Meet his friends and classmates as you visit every corner of the school where he received his education, the biogas center, typical Kibera houses, a beads factory, and a local women's craft center workshop that empowers women with HIV and widows, among many other places.

Join a private guide for a 4-day safari through Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Naivasha, and Lake Nakuru, customizing the trip by choosing standard, luxury, or superior accommodations. Visiting the three dramatically varied game reserves means you’ll have the opportunity to spot each of the classic Big Five wildlife in a natural habitat; optional added activities range from hot-air balloons to community-based tourism.

Nairobi Historical Walking city tour offers a comprehensive guide to Nairobi's rich history and diversity in addition to the modern architecture and the famous matatu culture. Itinerary for this activity: 1. Meeting point is at the entrance of Jamia Mosque Nairobi. 2. Activity proceeds to Nairobi city market to explore different sections of the market. 3. Pass by nation centre: one of Kenya’s premier media stations. No pictures allowed. 4. Explore Nairobi's masai market for Souvenirs 5. View Nairobi from Kenyatta International Convention Centre at a 360⁰ view. 6. Learn the comprehensive history of the old East African railway with various exhibits including: locomotive and rolling stock and historical artefacts.

Get an insider’s view of Nairobi on a walking tour of the city. 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. Learn about 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.

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Explore Amboseli National Park on a 3-day safari from Nairobi that can be fully tailored to your preferences. Exclusive private safaris offer accommodations from a luxurious lodge to classic tents, or you can select a cost-effective shared option with a small group of travelers. Whatever you choose, enjoy daily game drives at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, with the chance to spot vast elephant herds, brilliant birds, and top predators.

Enjoy Chiyo-Japanese & Korean Restaurant Dinner Experience with Cat Dance Show. An oasis of oriental calm set against a backdrop of rice paper screens, bamboo fronds and sculptured Japanese gardens, Chiyo showcases the essential culture of Japanese cuisine. Then after dinner you are entertained with Cat Dance show from 9PM to 10PM

By including all entry/admission fees required to visit this 2 top Nairobi attractions making it easy to see the wildlife capital. Private, on-site and on time arrival at all locations with a professional tour guide. Seamless experience well thought out to ensure its a memorable holiday and Visit at David sheldrick elephant orphanage & giraffe centre.

This guided tour of Masai Mara National Reserve is an ideal budget safari for first-time safari-goers. You have plenty of opportunities to spot animals like lions, leopards, elephants, and more in the wild, plus have details like lodging, meals, and transportation already taken care of. Traveling in a small-group tour of six people or fewer ensures a comfortable tour with plenty of attention from your guide.

Don’t miss learning about Kenyan culture both past and present. This hassle-free tour includes transport from Nairobi hotels and your admission ticket, so you don’t have to worry about organizing these elsewhere. You tour the museum on your own time, since this is a private experience where you’re not stuck with a tour group. After, your driver takes you back to your hotel.

Learn all about the African city of Nairobi and its wonderful history. Your guide will collect you from your hotel, and then you’ll set off. You’ll visit the most important landmarks, the Parliament buildings, the National Museum, the Railway Museum, and the city market. Your guide will tell you all about them, and answer any questions you may have.

This is our special tour that adds a historical touch to Nairobi's walking tours. It gives you an opportunity to view Nairobi in a different perspective.

Take a walking tour of Kibera, Nairobi’s largest slum. Drive to Kibera with a local guide, then explore the neighborhood on foot. Visit a local orphanage that doubles as a school, learn how locals turn animal bones into beads, and visit with a local family to learn more about everyday life in the area. The tour is a sobering, yet realistic look into the lives of these humble and friendly people.

Discover the iconic Maasai Mara on a 2-day tour from Nairobi, ideal for time-limited travelers. Cover the distance with ease, benefiting from round-trip transfer from your hotel or airport, and enjoy the more personalized experience of a small-group tour. Optimize your chances of spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, and more with two game drives included in the itinerary, as well as overnight accommodation and meals.

Get acquainted with Kenya’s oldest informal settlement during this private, two-hour community-led slum tour of Mathare. Meet local community members, including a visit inside the homes of local mothers. Understand the impact of HIV and other public health crises. Get a chance to visit local craft shops and shop for handmade beadwork. Bottled water is provided.

Enrich your visit to Nairobi with a local’s perspective during this half-day, small-group food and shopping tour. Enjoy panoramic views overlooking the capital from Kenya’s oldest skyscraper and a relaxing paddle-boat ride or ice cream in Uhuru Park. Then, head to the famous Maasai Market for a chance to pick up souvenirs, household products, handicrafts, and apparel. Lunch and bottled water are included.

Visit both Hells Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha in just one day with this group tour from Nairobi. Start at Hells Gate, where you get the chance to walk or cycle through the park, which is home to everything from zebras to gnus. Then head over to Lake Naivasha for an optional boat ride—if you're lucky, you may see hippos along with a variety of birds.

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.

Nairobi is known for its unique wildlife attractions, but ticking them all off can get expensive. Avoid any surprise costs on this full-day tour that includes entrance fees for Nairobi National Park, the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, the Giraffe Center, and the Karen Blixen Museum, as well as round-trip transportation from your hotel, so you can leave the travel purse and guidebook behind and dedicate a full day to immersing yourself in Kenya’s natural heritage.

Discover Kenya's rich cultural diversity on this tour from Nairobi to Bomas cultural dance show, a village that was constructed to represent elements of each of Kenya's 42 ethnic groups. Tour the village with a guide before enjoying traditional performances in dance, music, and storytelling to gain a greater appreciation and understanding of Kenyan life.