Nairobi National Park Day Trip

Overview

Nairobi National Park is a remarkable wildlife refuge on the edge of Kenya’s capital—a rare chance to see lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and more against a backdrop of city skyscrapers. With expert guides in open-roof jeeps, you’ll traverse the savannah at dawn, sip bottled water as the sun rises, and witness predators stirring in their natural haunts. By midday, you’re back in town, amazed that such an untamed landscape exists just minutes from urban hustle.

The name “Nairobi” means “cool water,” inspired by the swamps and springs that dot the park floor. Since its founding in 1946 it has protected endangered black rhinos and offered a front-row seat to Kenya’s conservation story. Every drive deepens your understanding of the delicate balance between city life and wild lands—and reminds you why safeguarding this sanctuary matters today more than ever.