Top Nairobi Half-day Tours - page 4

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.

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.

Head to the Nairobi National Park and join a group to see a morning game drive. You can choose a half or full day, but either way you will be with your guide trying to spot as many of the big 5 as you can. Hopefully you can see rhino, buffalo, cheetah, zebral, giraffe, lion, and many more. There are also over 300 bird species to look for, so keep your eyes peeled.

Travellers without much time in Nairobi often think their wildlife-watching options are limited, but it’s possible to enjoy a close encounter with African animals right in the city. Optimize your chances of seeing native species on this combo day tour that includes a morning safari drive through Nairobi National Park, as well as a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where rescued elephants and rhinos are rehabilitated for release.

The ideal way to tick off the Karen Blixen Museum and Denys Finch Hatton’s grave site in a day—this private tour helps you avoid the hassle of waiting around for local buses. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle and enjoy commentary to help you learn about the fascinating life story of Karen Blixen and her famous memoir “​​Out of Africa”.

Get to know a different side of Nairobi on this half-day guided tour to the Kibera Slums. See what daily life is like for the residents of Africa’s largest slums as you tour the open-air markets, nursery schools, and a local Biogas plant that uses human waste as its raw material and powers 200 homes in the area. Get an insider perspective and get a deeper understanding of these slums.

This is a short excursion that takes you to the giraffe centre. You will be able to feed the giraffes and offers a great chance for photography.

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!

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.

Game drives in Nairobi National Park offer a classic Kenyan safari even if your time is limited. Enjoy unobstructed wildlife viewing and photography from the open top of a safari van, plus round-trip transport from hotels and the airport. Free-ranging black rhinos, lions, and hyenas are just some of the animals in the national park, where you can spot wildlife herds within view of the Nairobi skyline.

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.

Bypass the taxi lines and make the most of your Nairobi layover by departing the airport and heading out for a private city tour. Tick off a shortlist of top sights with ease by embarking on a private walking tour. Sights to look forward to include the American Embassy Memorial Garden’s rooftop observatory, a local market, and Uhuru Park.

Tour Overview Your adventure begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel, apartment, or the airport. From there, you’ll head to the charming suburb of Karen for a visit to the Kobe Beads Centre, where you’ll discover beautifully handcrafted beads made by local artisans. Next, continue to the iconic Giraffe Centre, located in the historic Karen area at the foot of the scenic Ngong Hills. Here, you’ll have the unforgettable opportunity to learn about giraffe conservation and even interact with these gentle giants. Your journey then takes you to the Karen Blixen Museum, the former home of the celebrated author of Out of Africa. Explore the beautifully preserved farmhouse and learn about Karen Blixen’s remarkable life in Kenya. Finally, conclude your tour with a stop at the Love Birds Paradise along Langata Link Road, a wonderful spot for souvenir shopping and unique locally crafted gifts. Enjoy a day filled with culture, history, wildlife, and authentic Kenyan artistry.

Waiting for your next flight but you have some time that you don't want to spend at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Good news! We have got you covered. Join us for tour gain a deeper understanding of Kenyan life and culture on a visit to the Kibera slum, one of the largest slums in Africa and a sight unseen by most visitors. Visit workshops, vendors, and schools in Kibera to learn how the slum's 250,000 residents live on a day to day basis while your guide provides informative commentary about the area's challenges and opportunities

Experience the thrill of soaring through the treetops of Kenya on a private zipline tour in the Aberdare Forest. Drive from Nairobi with hotel pickup included, then get geared up for your adventure. Feel the wind in your hair as you complete the series of ziplines in the lush landscapes and take in the scenery.

Enhance your knowledge of traditional home cooking in Kenya with this combination of a local market tour and a cooking lesson. Enjoy one-to-one guidance and a more personalized experience than large group classes, as it’s a private session for just your party. To begin, source fresh local ingredients from the market, then cook a five-course meal with Kenyan and Indian influences—such as curries, and “ugali” (cornmeal).

If you’re looking for a memorable dining experience in Nairobi, look no further than Carnivore Restaurant, where crocodile, camel, ostrich flesh is roasted, carved, and served right in front of you. The menu also includes more traditional cuts, as well as salads, veggies, and Kenyan coffee. Opt for lunch or dinner service to suit your schedule, and save the hassle of finding the location with included hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the best of Nairobi’s wildlife, culture, and history in one enriching day. Start with an up-close encounter with the endangered Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Centre, then explore a traditional bead and leather workshop where skilled artisans craft beautiful handmade pieces. Continue to the iconic Karen Blixen Museum for a fascinating look into Kenya’s colonial past and the story behind Out of Africa. Enjoy the comfort of private transport and the insights of a professional guide throughout your journey.

Take a day off your busy schedule in Nairobi City and enjoy breath taking game drives around a park of its kind in the whole world located within a proximity of the city. The park is home to over 400 species of birds as well as Cape buffalo, baboon, eastern black rhino, gazelle, Grant's zebra, cheetah, Coke's hartebeest, hippopotamus, African leopard, lion, eland, impala, Masai giraffe, ostrich, vultures, water-buck among others. You will wind up the tour with a visit to Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage for a chance to interact with orphaned baby elephants as you learn about great conservation and rehabilitation efforts about them. Later, you will be driven back to your hotel/residence.

Kenyan tea is renowned around the world and the Kiambethu Tea Farm is among the country’s oldest, dating back to 1910. This private full-day tour from Nairobi includes a tour of the tea plantation, a delicious 3-course lunch, and an expert-led tea tasting. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Perfect for time-tight travelers—this tour visits an Elephant Orphanage and a Giraffe Center on the same day. Avoid the hassle of waiting for public transport and enjoy a hassle-free excursion with hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers between sites included. The tour is completely private, so there’s no need to wait around for other travelers to be picked up.

This hiking adventure takes you to the stunning natural wonder of Mount Longonot National Park. Instead of organizing car rental and searching for a parking spot, benefit from having round-trip hotel transfer from Nairobi included. Once at Mount Longonot National Park, set off on a trail to explore the crater of an extinct volcano. Then, enjoy a hassle-free return to Nairobi.

Learn about settler culture and history in Kenya on this tour to Kiambethu Tea Farm, which has been owned and operated by the same family since its founding in 1910. Enjoy a walk through an old forest known for its population of Colobus monkeys, a 3-course lunch with fresh ingredients, and of course, a cup of tea and walk through the tea gardens.

Gain an intimate glimpse of Kenya’s tea industry on this full-day tour to the Riara Tea Farm, with hassle-free round-trip transportation from your Nairobi hotel. Explore the plantation with your professional guide to learn more about the processes of tea production, then sample a fresh cup along with your complimentary lunch and enjoy sweeping views of the lush landscape, with the Ngong Hills and Yatta Plateau visible in the distance.