Top Nairobi How to Get Around

Nairobi is massive, and finding your way around can be a challenge if you explore independently. This tour makes seeing the best of the city easy, and includes pickup from your hotel and the services of a guide so that you don't need to worry about getting lost or missing highlights.

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.

Get the African safari experience without having to stray far from Nairobi with a day tour to Nairobi National Park. Your private guide picks you up at your hotel and takes you to the park, where you have the chance to see all sorts of wildlife against the backdrop of the Nairobi skyline, all from the comfort of an open-top vehicle.

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.

Get to know Nairobi beyond its history during this small-group walking tour with former street children. Follow your guides through the city streets and learn about their upbringing on the streets and how they transformed their lives with the Nai Nami project for underprivileged youths. Learn about life on the street, ask questions, and develop personal connections with the locals during this storytelling tour.

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.”

Ideal for first-time visitors to Nairobi, this one-to-three-hour introductory tour covers top sights within the Central Business District, otherwise known as CBD. See celebrated works of art within the National Archives. Pass by local landmarks like the Kenya National Theater, the Kenyatta International Conference Center, and the Nairobi Railway Museum. Listen to live commentary from a private guide along the way.

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.

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.

Nairobi’s best food isn’t found in restaurants designed for tourists, it’s in its street stalls, small eateries, and neighbourhood kitchens. This tour is built to take you straight to those places, cutting through the noise to show you how the city actually eats. With 15+ tastings across multiple stops, you’ll experience everything from simple staples and street snacks to the core dishes that define Kenyan meals, including ugali, greens, grilled meats, and coconut-based cooking. The experience takes place in central Nairobi, where the pace is busy and the food is constant. Visiting these spots with a knowledgeable local guide helps you navigate what to order, where to go, and why certain dishes matter. This is a curated food experience designed to give you a practical, in-depth introduction to Nairobi’s authentic food culture.

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

See free-ranging wildlife with the backdrop of the Nairobi skyline on a half-day tour to Nairobi National Park, a convenient way to experience a Kenya safari even if you have limited time. Door-to-door transport from Nairobi hotels make this a hassle-free way to get to the park, and you’ll have the chance to spot black rhinos, lions, giraffes, leopards, and hundreds of species of birds.

Many people meet members of the Maasai tribe during safari tours, but few get a chance to enjoy deeper and more meaningful interactions. Experience life in a Maasai village during this immersive half-day tour. Participate in village activities like milking goats, cooking ugali, and making your own beadwork. During Mondays and Fridays, visitors can also attend a livestock market.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tour Nairobi on your own terms, without having to deal with sorting out taxis from destination to destination, by hiring your own private, chauffeur-driven car for up to six people. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel or the airport and take you around town so that you can easily get from point to point, hassle-free.

Get an insider’s perspective on Kenya’s thriving coffee industry during this small-group, behind-the-scenes tour. Explore a working coffee farm outside Nairobi and see how premium Kenyan coffee is made farm-to-cup. Learn how coffee trees grow and get a chance to roast your own brew. Snacks, bottled water, and coffee are included.