Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
Morning Game Drive
Upon arrival at Nairobi National Park, enter the park through the main gate and pay the entrance fee at the KWS headquarters and begin your morning game drive in search of wildlife, accompanied by an experienced safari guide or driving yourself if you're familiar with the park.
Nairobi National Park is home to a variety of wildlife, including lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, and various antelope species. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings as you explore the park's diverse habitats, which include grasslands, woodlands, and wetlands.
Midmorning: Visit to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Consider making a stop at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, located adjacent to Nairobi National Park, to learn about their conservation efforts for orphaned elephants and rhinos.
Visitors can enjoy a guided tour of the elephant orphanage and observe the young elephants during their daily mud bath and feeding sessions, which take place in the late morning.
Picnic Lunch
Bring along a packed lunch or snacks to enjoy at one of the designated picnic sites within Nairobi National Park and find a scenic spot with views of the park's wildlife and landscapes to relax and refuel before continuing your safari adventure.
Afternoon Game Drive
After lunch, resume your game drive in Nairobi National Park, focusing on areas where wildlife sightings are most common and take advantage of the afternoon hours to search for elusive predators such as lions and leopards, as well as smaller species such as ostriches, warthogs, and mongooses. Visit the park's various viewpoints and waterholes, which offer excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.
Late Afternoon: Return to Nairobi
Complete your game drive and exit Nairobi National Park before the park's closing time in the late afternoon. Depart from the park and return to Nairobi, where you can reflect on your wildlife encounters and memorable experiences from the day trip.
Evening: Relaxation and Dinner
Arrive back in Nairobi in the early evening, filled with memories of your day trip to Nairobi National Park. Relax and unwind at your hotel or accommodation, or consider dining at one of Nairobi's restaurants to savor delicious Kenyan cuisine and share stories of your safari adventure.