Nairobi National Park Safaris & Half-Day Tours | From Nairobi

See lions, rhinos & giraffes minutes from Nairobi. Half-day & full-day Nairobi National Park safaris with hotel/airport pickup. Book your city safari today.

Lions • Rhinos • Giraffes • Short Drives • Perfect for Stopovers

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK – The Only Wildlife Park Inside a Capital City

ust 15–20 minutes from Nairobi’s city center, Nairobi National Park is one of Africa’s most unique safari experiences — a thriving wildlife reserve set against the dramatic backdrop of Nairobi’s skyline.

This is the perfect choice for travelers on a tight schedule, business visitors, families, and anyone looking for a half-day or full-day safari without long drives.

You can land in Nairobi in the morning and spot lions, rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, and hundreds of birds before lunch.

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Best Nairobi National Park Safaris & Tours

Tropical Wild Expeditions offers private and group tours with flexible pickup from Nairobi hotels, JKIA Airport, or Wilson Airport.

Half-Day Nairobi National Park Game Drive (Private)

Duration: 4–5 hours
Departure: Morning or afternoon

Perfect if you have a layover, short stay, or early arrival.

Includes:

Private 4×4 Land Cruiser

Park entry fees

Professional guide

Complimentary bottled water

Full-Day Nairobi National Park + David Sheldrick + Giraffe Centre

The most popular Nairobi excursion, combining wildlife with conservation experiences.

Highlights:

  • Game drive in the park

  • Baby elephants at David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

  • Feed giraffes at Giraffe Centre

  • Optional Karen Blixen Museum or Kazuri Beads tour

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Nairobi National Park Sunrise Safari

Early morning is the best time for lion and cheetah sightings.

Perfect for: photographers, early birds, couples, and families.

Wildlife Encounters Right Outside the City

Safaris Departing from Nairobi

Our Nairobi safaris range from quick two-day getaways to extended journeys across Kenya’s most stunning parks.

2-Day Amboseli Private Safari Kenya

2-Day Ol Pejeta Safari Kenya

3-Day Amboseli Safari Kenya

3-Day Masai Mara Safari Kenya

3-Day Samburu Safari Kenya

4-Day Masai Mara & Nakuru Safari Kenya

4-Day Masai Mara Safari Kenya

4-Day Naivasha & Masai Mara Safari Kenya

4-Day Ol Pejeta & Samburu Safari

4-Day Tsavo East West & Amboseli Safari

6-Day Amboseli & Masai Mara Safari Kenya

6-Day Samburu, Nakuru & Masai Mara Safari

7-Day Samburu Aberdare Naivasha & Masai Mara Safari

8-Day Discover Kenya Safari – Amboseli to Masai Mara

9-Day Kenya Safari – Tsavo, Amboseli & Masai Mara

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Why Visit Nairobi National Park?

Nairobi National Park is famous for its accessibility and big wildlife in a compact, easy-to-explore reserve.

 Top Highlights

  • The closest safari to any major city in the world

  • Over 100 mammal species, including lions, rhinos & giraffes

  • Guaranteed sightings of black and white rhinos

  • Perfect for half-day or full-day tours

  • Ideal stopover before or after a longer Kenya safari

  • Only 10–15 minutes from most hotels and Jomo Kenyatta Airport

  • Excellent for photography with the city skyline as a backdrop

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Wildlife in Nairobi National Park

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Wildlife in Nairobi National Park

Despite being close to the city, the park offers excellent wildlife density.

Big Game Sightings

  • Lions (regular sightings on early morning drives)

  • Black & white rhinos

  • Buffalo

  • Giraffes

  • Zebras

  • Cheetahs

  • Hyenas

  • Hippos (Nairobi River)

 Other animals

  • Impalas

  • Elands

  • Hartebeests

  • Warthogs

  • Baboons

  • Ostriches

 Birdlife

Over 400 bird species — one of the best urban birding destinations in Africa.

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Main Attractions Inside Nairobi National Park

1. Ivory Burning Site

Famous memorial symbolizing Kenya’s strong anti-poaching stance.

2. Predator Territory

Your best chance to see lions resting or hunting.

3. Plains & Savannah Grasslands

Perfect open photography scenery with zebras & giraffes.

4. Nairobi Animal Orphanage (Optional Stop)

Great for children and education-focused visitors.

5. Hippo Pools & Nature Trail

Short walk with rangers, ideal for stretching your legs.

Where to Stay Nearby

Nairobi National Park sits close to excellent hotels and lodges:

 Luxury

  • Emara Ole Sereni

  • Hemingways Nairobi

  • Giraffe Manor (Karen)

 Midrange

  • Eka Hotel

  • Four Points JKIA

  • Tamarind Tree Hotel

 Budget

  • Wildebeest Eco Camp

  • Town hotels near Wilson Airport

Best Time to Visit Nairobi National Park

The park is great year-round, but the best wildlife sightings happen:

✔ Early morning (6:00–9:00 AM)

Lions are active

Cooler temperatures

Best light for photography

✔ Dry seasons

June–October and January–February
Animals concentrate around watering points.

Who Is Nairobi National Park Perfect For?
  • Families wanting an easy safari

  • Business travelers with limited time

  • Transit passengers on long layovers

  • Travelers beginning or ending a longer Kenya safari

  • Wildlife photographers

  • Couples & honeymooners wanting a gentle first safari

  • School, student & incentive groups

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Distance & Accessibility

From Nairobi CBD:

15–20 minutes

From JKIA Airport:

10–15 minutes

From Wilson Airport:

5 minutes

It’s the most accessible national park in Africa.

Plan Your Nairobi National Park Safaris

Experience lions, rhinos & giraffes minutes from the city. Half-day & full-day Nairobi National Park safaris with expert guides.

Email: info@tropicalwildexpeditions.com
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Departure: Nairobi
Call/WhatsApp: +254 700 123 456 Email: info@tropicalwildexpeditions.com

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