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Nairobi National Park
DESTINATION GUIDE THE URBAN WILD

Nairobi National Park, Kenya

The world's only wildlife capital. Where the skyscraper meets the savanna.

1.2921° S, 36.8219° E
117 km² National Park
Best: Year-round; an easy add-on before an international flight
THE URBAN WILD

Where lions graze with a capital city skyline on the horizon, carving out the world's only national park bordering a metropolis.

A short drive from downtown Nairobi, this is the only national park in the world bordering a capital city. Lions, giraffe, and rhino graze with the city skyline rising behind them.

It's a perfect way to open or close a longer safari itinerary without losing a full travel day, or a satisfying half-day for travelers on a tight layover.

Key Wildlife & Rare Species Lion, Black Rhino, Giraffe, Buffalo, 400+ Bird Species
Accessibility 20-Minute Drive from Nairobi City Center
Conservation Status The World's Only Wildlife Capital
Signature Nairobi National Park Encounters

Activities & Experiences in Nairobi National Park

From dawn tracking to fireside evenings, discover the signature rituals that define a safari here.

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EXPERIENCE 01 · SIGNATURE VIEW

Skyline Game Drive

EASTERN PLAINS, PARK-WIDE

A guided game drive across open plains where lion, giraffe, and both black rhino species graze with the Nairobi skyline visible on the horizon, a contrast found nowhere else on Earth.

Skyline Game Drive

GUIDE TIP

The skyline-and-wildlife photo works best in the golden hour before sunset, when the city's towers catch the light.

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EXPERIENCE 02 · CONSERVATION HISTORY

Ivory Burning Site Memorial

IVORY BURNING SITE MONUMENT

Stop at the park's Ivory Burning Site Monument to learn about Kenya's landmark stance on the illegal ivory trade and its conservation history.

03
EXPERIENCE 03 · RHINO CONSERVATION

Black Rhino Tracking

PARK-WIDE PROTECTED ZONES

Dedicated tracking for the park's black rhino population, one of the most accessible viewing opportunities for the species anywhere in Kenya.

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EXPERIENCE 04 · FAMILY FRIENDLY

Nairobi Safari Walk

NAIROBI SAFARI WALK, PARK ENTRANCE

An elevated boardwalk trail near the main gate, ideal for a shorter, walkable introduction to the park's wildlife before or after a drive.

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EXPERIENCE 05 · GOLDEN HOUR

Sundowner with City Views

EASTERN OVERLOOK POINTS

Close the visit with a sundowner at a viewpoint where the savanna foreground and city skyline share the same frame.

CURATED ITINERARIES

Safari Packages in Nairobi National Park

Private, small-group expeditions designed around this ecosystem's seasonal rhythms and signature wildlife.

Nairobi National Park gallery image
Nairobi National Park gallery image
Nairobi National Park gallery image
Nairobi National Park gallery image

What's Included

  • Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle

    Custom Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and dedicated guide throughout.

  • Accommodation

    Hand-picked camps and lodges matched to your comfort level.

  • Park Fees & Conservation Levies

    All national park and reserve entry fees are bundled in.

  • Meals While on Safari

    Full board at camps, plus bush breakfasts and picnic lunches on drive days.

Not Included

  • International Airfare

    Flights into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • Travel Insurance

    Comprehensive medical and travel insurance is required.

  • Staff Gratuities

    Discretionary tips for guides and camp staff.

Plan Your Nairobi National Park Journey

Whether seeking a curated package or a fully custom itinerary, our specialists tailor every journey to this ecosystem's seasonal rhythms.

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