Top Nairobi Sightseeing Tours

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.

Nairobi gathers Kenya’s diverse cultures, cuisines, and people into one vibrant city, but with so much to see and do it's hard to know where to start. Sample a little bit of everything on a Nairobi adventure that combines a guided tour of downtown with a trip to Bomas of Kenya, where you’ll see dances, crafts, music, and homes brought from all over the country.

You will have a great experience at the only wildlife National Park in the world within a capital city. The park is made of wide open grass plains, and scattered acacia bush and plays host to a wide variety of wildlife including the endangered black rhinos, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes and a diverse birdlife with over 400 species recorded. All this is in the backdrop of the city scrappers. You will have a short rest at one viewpoint located in the park and also the best place for the photos.

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.

Kenya is famed for its biodiversity, but not everyone has days to spend exploring the country’s safari parks. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this full-day tour covers multiple wildlife spots in just one day, without ever journeying beyond the capital. Spot animals on a safari drive in Nairobi National Park, see orphaned baby elephants at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and learn about conservation efforts at the Giraffe Centre.

Many of Nairobi’s top attractions are located far outside the city center, and it can be difficult to check them off in limited time—especially without your own transportation. On this private tour, combine visits to Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage, the Giraffe Centre, and the Karen Blixen Museum, plus a stop at Kobetough to learn about how local jewelry and leather goods are made by hand.

Maasai Mara is one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserves, known for its “Big Five” viewing opportunities and unique landscapes—but to get off the tourist track and experience the best this national park has to offer, an off-road vehicle is essential. On this small-group, 3-day tour from Nairobi, embark on multiple guided game drives by 4x4 Land Cruiser, covering more ground than standard vehicles and maximizing your animal sightings.

Visit East Africa’s largest informal settlement during a private half-day visit to the Kibera slum. Navigate the sprawling network of unmarked streets and narrow alleys with an informative guide. Listen to stories about the resilience and ingenuity of Kibera residents in the vibrant and multi-faceted community, and understand why it is nicknamed the “City of Hope.”

Spot plenty of iconic wildlife species without ever even leaving the Kenyan capital during this six-hour safari tour in Nairobi National Park. Ride in a special tour van with a pop-up roof for optimal viewing. See lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and many more animals, with hotel or airport pickup and drop-off provided free of charge.

Just 6 miles (10 kilometers) from Nairobi, Nairobi National Park is a must-visit for any traveler to the city. Enjoy a private dawn safari in a vehicle with a pop-up roof for easier viewing: expect to see zebras, buffalo, gazelles, giraffes, and likely lions, hyenas, and hippos. Your package includes a guide, bottled water, and round-trip transfers from the airport or your hotel or residence within the Nairobi metropolitan area.

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.

A visit to Nairobi National Park shouldn’t be missed when in the Kenyan capital—but to get the most out of the experience, a 4x4 vehicle is indispensable. Access ruggeder areas of the park inaccessible to standard sedans on this half-day tour and game drive. Get a chance to spot the “Big Five,” plus over 400 bird species, with a guide on hand to fill you in their stories.

Between the language barrier and the prevalence of low-quality goods, souvenir shopping in Kenya can be a minefield. Navigate it with ease on this door-to-door private tour, with your driver/guide on hand to translate, carry heavy items, and advise if required. A typical tour includes stops at four high-caliber stores: Kazuri Beads Factory, Utamaduni Crafts Centre, the Maasai Market, and Galleria Shopping Mall.

It is the cheapest slum tour and high quality life changing experience for those who have never been in the slums because we want a lot of people to understand our way of life in the slum. We have provision for edutainment where we have traditional dances from the school. The pick-up point will be flexible for both parties. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the innermost part of the slum and the households of the real slum. The visitor will see the mixture of different cultures staying together as one in the slum. Most importantly, we are not highlighting poverty but the resilience of the human spirit in adversity by supporting a school called Agape hope for kibera.

This being a private tour in a safari car and free internet on board, you will have a good chance to interact with your driver, who is also the guide, as you pass through the city lines and ask any questions freely. Visit the Karen Blixen museum and get all the information with memories of Out of Africa. Learn more about the endangered Rothschild giraffe and how they are rescued and reintroduced into the wild. This tour allows you to select your favorite time due to the many time slots.

Kenya is famous for its wildlife, but most safaris take place far outside the capital. For anyone with limited time to spare, this half-day private excursion to Nairobi National Park lets you gaze at lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and more in the wild—without ever leaving the city. Even better, chauffeured excursions leave your hands free to focus on snapping the perfect lion shot.

Make the most of your layover in Nairobi during this private, half-day city tour. Follow a bespoke itinerary built around your interests and schedule, with airport pickup and drop-off times tailored to your incoming and departing flights. Choose between museums, parks, a giraffe feeding center, downtown boutiques, and more, navigating the city with your own personal tour guide.

Enjoy advanced reservations to Nairobi’s premier dinner and cultural show, located in stunning Safari Park Hotel. Small-group tours include door-to-door pickup and comfortable transfers in a private vehicle. Watch colorful acrobatic performances and listen to live music from local Swahili acts while digging into a traditional Kenyan dinner, with classics like barbecued meat and jacket potatoes.

Kenya is well known for its landscape and wildlife, but visitors are often left wondering about the lifestyle and culture of the country’s indigenous communities. Separate the fact from the fiction on this day tour to a Maasai village and hear first-hand insights into Maasai traditions directly from community members. Benefit from the personalized attention and insights of your private guide and travel the distance easily with round-trip transportation from your Nairobi hotel.

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.

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.

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.

Embark on an awe-inspiring adventure at Nairobi National Park, where the golden rays of dawn unveil a wildlife spectacle like no other. Join us on an exhilarating four-hour game drive just moments away from the bustling city. Get ready to witness graceful giraffes gracefully grazing, majestic lions commanding their kingdom, and elegant cheetahs sprinting across the horizon. With each passing moment, anticipate the thrill of encountering elusive rhinos, playful zebras, and a mosaic of vibrant birdlife.