Nairobi City Highlights Tour
Nairobi National Park, Sheldrick elephants, Giraffe Centre & Kazuri Beads in one day
- Full day (about 8 hours)
- Nairobi National Park · Sheldrick Wildlife Trust · Giraffe Centre · Kazuri Beads Workshop
- Confirmation within minutes
Quick answer
The Nairobi city highlights tour costs $250 per person based on a minimum of two travellers, or $350 for a solo traveller. In one full day you take a game drive in Nairobi National Park (the only national park inside a capital city), meet orphaned elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, hand-feed endangered Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Centre, and visit the Kazuri Beads workshop, which supports local single mothers.
How the day unfolds
Indicative timings — your exact schedule is confirmed in the written quote.
- 06:30
Hotel or airport pickup
- 07:00
Game drive in Nairobi National Park — rhino, lion, giraffe
- 11:00
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust — orphaned elephants at feeding time
- 13:00
Lunch stop (own account, guide recommends)
- 14:30
Giraffe Centre — hand-feed Rothschild giraffes
- 15:45
Kazuri Beads workshop tour
- 17:00
Drop-off at your hotel or the airport
- Game drive in Nairobi National Park — rhino, lion, giraffe with a city skyline backdrop
- Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage visit
- Feed Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Centre
- Kazuri Beads workshop — handmade ceramics with a social mission
- Private vehicle with professional driver-guide
- Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
What to bring
- Passport or ID for park entry
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Camera or phone — giraffe selfies guaranteed
- Light jacket for the early game drive
Destinations on this tour
Nairobi City
Discover Nairobi, the dynamic capital city of Kenya and the gateway to East Africa's most incredible safari experiences. Known as the "Green City in the Sun," Nairobi combines modern skyscrapers, rich cultural heritage, world-class restaurants, thriving nightlife, and unique wildlife attractions. Visitors can enjoy Nairobi National Park, the Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, museums, shopping centers, and vibrant local markets. Whether you're beginning a safari adventure, exploring Kenya's culture, or enjoying a city break, Nairobi offers unforgettable experiences for every traveler.
Nairobi National Park
Nairobi National Park offers a rare safari experience just minutes from the city, where wildlife roams freely against an urban backdrop. It’s perfect for a quick yet authentic introduction to Kenya’s wildlife.
Nairobi City Highlights Tour — questions, answered
How much does the Nairobi City Highlights Tour cost?+
Nairobi City Highlights Tour: $250 per person (min 2 pax), $350 solo traveller. Private tour — you set the pace. Final inclusions are confirmed in your written quote. Availability on request — response and confirmation within minutes, or a few hours at busy times. T&Cs apply.
How long is the Nairobi City Highlights Tour and where does it start?+
Full day (about 8 hours). The tour starts from any Nairobi hotel, residence or the airport.
What is included in the Nairobi City Highlights Tour?+
Private vehicle with professional driver-guide; Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off; Bottled water. Final inclusions are itemised in your written quote before you pay anything.
What should I bring on the Nairobi City Highlights Tour?+
Passport or ID for park entry; Sunscreen and a hat; Camera or phone — giraffe selfies guaranteed; Light jacket for the early game drive.
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