Top Nairobi Full-day Tours

Short on time but still want the safari experience? Consider this day tour from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. Your driver will pick you up at your Nairobi hotel or at the airport and take you out to the park, where you'll get the chance to go on a game drive and visit a local Masai community, and still make it back to Nairobi in time for dinner.

Amboseli is one of the best places in Africa to observe large herds of elephants up close. Watching them roam freely against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro is a sight you’ll cherish.

Travelers with limited time in Nairobi can still experience the country’s famous rural landscape on this full-day safari tour to Hell’s Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha. Zip around by bike to see zebras, gazelle, and more, then embark on a guided hike for a more intimate glimpse of the flora and fauna. Return transfer from your Nairobi hotel ensures a seamless trip, plus park fees and cycle hire comes included in the price.

See herds of elephants at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro on a full-day tour from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. An early morning departure ensures you’ll reach Amboseli with time for morning and afternoon game drives, searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebra, and more; exploring in an open-top safari vehicle means unobstructed views for observing and photographing Amboseli wildlife.

Nairobi is surrounded by stunning Great Rift Valley scenery, but getting off the beaten track usually requires private transportation—a prohibitive cost for many independent travelers. Visit two of Kenya’s most iconic natural attractions without breaking the bank during this shared full-day outdoor tour. First, cycle past gorges and scenic viewpoints in Hell’s Gate National Park. Then, spot birds and hippies during a boat ride over Lake Naivasha (own expense).

Kenya is known for its wildlife, but exploring its famous parks takes days of planning. For time-pressed travelers who aren’t able to journey beyond the capital, this full-day tour in Nairobi covers multiple conservation spots in just one day. Embark on a safari drive through Nairobi National Park, see baby elephants frolic and feed at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and learn about efforts to protect giraffes at the Giraffe Centre.

Discover the beating heart of Kenya with our specially designed one-day cultural and historical tour of Nairobi, a city renowned for its vibrancy, diversity, and rich heritage. Experience a perfect blend of past and present, urbanity and nature, all within the bustling capital. From colonial-era history to cultural performances, and from wildlife conservation to local craftsmanship, Nairobi distinctive charm is sure to captivate every traveler. Start your journey through time at the Nairobi National Museum, where Kenya cultural and natural heritage is beautifully showcased. Immerse yourself in Kenya diverse cultures, and finally, experience the colorful crafted artifacts at the utamaduni craft Centre. Get ready to explore, learn, and be inspired as we navigate the best of what Nairobi has to offer.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with the exclusive private day tour to Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations. Famous for its large herds of elephants and stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, this experience combines breathtaking scenery with unforgettable wildlife encounters. Your journey begins with a comfortable drive to the park, where vast open plains, swamps, and acacia woodlands await. Keep your camera ready as you spot elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and over 400 species of birds in their natural habitat. The highlight? Watching majestic elephants roam beneath the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro – Africa’s tallest mountain and the perfect setting for incredible photos. As this is a private tour, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace, guided by a professional who shares expert insights and hidden gems along the way.

Discover tree-climbing lions, rhinos, and flamingos just a day trip away from Nairobi, on a small-group tour of Lake Nakuru National Park that takes you straight to the wildlife. Varied habitats on the floor of the Great Rift Valley attract a wide range of animals — as well as massive flocks of migratory birds — making Lake Nakuru a favorite destination for animal-lovers and birdwatchers alike.

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.

Visit Amboseli National Park from Nairobi on a full-day tour that includes a game drive and lunch at a safari camp. Traveling in a climate-controlled van ensures a comfortable day of exploring Amboseli National Park, where big-tusked elephants and other wildlife graze with the spectacular backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro, and you’ll also have the chance to interact with Maasai people in a community near the park.

Embark on this memorable day trip to Hell’s Gate with an optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha. Experience the beauty of Hell’s Gate National Park as you walk or bike alongside zebras, giraffes, and antelopes in their natural habitat. Explore dramatic gorges, bubbling geothermal springs, and towering cliffs, then unwind with an optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha to spot hippos and waterbucks up close. It’s the perfect escape for anyone with limited time in Nairobi.

Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the capital on a private day tour to Kiambethu Farm in Limuru, and learn about the history and cultivation of one of Kenya’s top export- tea. Explore the serene grounds with a guide for insight into the traditional and modern uses of the native flora, and unwind with lunch, drinks, and round-trip transfer included.

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.

This is an excursion focusing on bird life, walking safari on Crescent Island, adventure activities, boat excursion, biking and hiking and small game viewing. Hell’s gate is one of the world’s park where you can walk and ride bicycle while watching animals. While in lake Naivasha boat ride our captain will explain to you different bird species and you will see hippos. Get up close with wildlife and be on the lookout for the park’s amazing species.

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.

Just because you have limited time in Kenya doesn’t mean you have to miss out on an exciting safari. This full-day, private tour takes you from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve for a chance to see the Big Five and, if you’re traveling between July and September, the wildebeest migration. Learn about the ecosystem from your guide and easily spot animals through your pop-up roof safari vehicle.

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 is a mini safari where you will be able to see varieties of wildlife including at least 3 of the big five. For example lions, rhinos and herds of buffalos. This is a private tour only for your Party and we use a customised safari car with a pop up roof for easier game viewing and photography. Our guides are proffesional and not hotel taxi drivers. All entrances are included.

Ride a bike and hike through Hell’s Gate National Park on a full-day, private tour from Nairobi to the wildlife reserve and Lake Naivasha that includes entrance fees, bikes, and round trip-transport from Nairobi. This customizable tour offers the rare chance to see wildlife outside of a safari vehicle while exploring a scenic part of the Great Rift Valley.

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.

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.

Take a guided walking tour of Nairobi with a private guide. Visit Jevangee Garden, a park donated to and owned by Kenya’s people, 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.