Nairobi National Park is the only national park in the world bordering a capital city. Only a short drive from the city centre, it offers a genuine safari with the Nairobi skyline as the backdrop — perfect on arrival day, before a flight home or as a day tour.
Why visit Nairobi National Park
If you have a free morning or a long layover, you can still see rhino, lion and giraffe. Nairobi’s other wildlife experiences — the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage and the Giraffe Centre — are nearby.
Animals you can see
- Black and white rhino
- Lion, cheetah and leopard
- Maasai giraffe, zebra and buffalo
- Hippo and crocodile
- Over 400 bird species
Best time to visit
All year. Early morning drives give the best chance of seeing predators.
How many days do you need?
We recommend Half day to full day in Nairobi National Park.
Things to do
- Morning or afternoon game drive
- David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage (pre-booked visiting slots)
- Giraffe Centre in Langata
- Ivory Burning Site monument and nature trails
Where to stay
Nairobi hotels and boutique lodges, including options in Karen and Langata close to the park.
Getting there
About 30 minutes from central Nairobi, traffic permitting.
