First time at Nairobi National Park
Book a private morning half-day. Your own vehicle, 05:00 hotel pickup, and the cool hours when animals are most active. $300 (about KSh 39,000) per group (your group only, park fees paid separately).
Expect open grass, the city skyline and a guide on the radio. Giraffe, zebra, buffalo and antelope are regular sightings. Lion and rhino are what the guide hunts for. There are no wild elephants here; for elephants, add the Sheldrick nursery.
| Do this | Skip this |
|---|---|
| Buy the KWS ticket on KWSPay the day before, in the right category | Arriving at the gate hoping to pay cash |
| Wear a layer at 06:00. See what to wear | Bright white or neon clothes |
| Give the morning to the park | Starting at the Giraffe Centre and reaching the gate at 11:00 |
| Tell the guide which animals matter most to you | A printed checklist you expect to finish |
What it costs
Two non-resident adults on a private half-day pay $300 for the tour plus $80 each to KWS. Two Kenyan citizens pay $300 plus KSh 1,000 each. On a budget, the weekend Land Cruiser drive is KSh 4,500 per resident. Every option is on the tour prices page.
Making your own way? Read how to get to the park and which gate to use.
Travelling with kids? See the family guide for safaris with children. Not sure whether to book a half or full day? Here is how long a Nairobi National Park safari takes.
More animal guides: zebras, buffalo, hippos, cheetahs, birds and leopards, with where and when each is usually seen.
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Send the date, the group, and the pickup. We confirm availability on WhatsApp or email, with the tour price and the park fees to budget. See our deposit and cancellation policy.