The capital city of Kenya prides itself as the only city that hosts a variety of wildlife roaming freely in the wild, right under the night lights of the city’s skyscrapers. Just a few minutes from your hotel or apartment, you can enjoy a game drive in Nairobi National Park and see lions, leopards, cheetahs, rhinos, antelopes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalos, and hippos.

Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary to delight in adorable creatures feeding from giant baby bottles! It is world-renowned for rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned baby elephants. A visit to the Karen Blixen Museum is also highly recommended; made famous by the movie Out of Africa, the museum offers a nature trail where you can see tree hyraxes and a haven for bird watchers.

The Giraffe Center is another premier attraction in Nairobi, hosting the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. Its main purpose is to educate Kenyan school children and youth on their country’s wildlife, while providing international visitors the opportunity to get up close and even feed the world’s tallest species.

We also recommend a visit to the dazzling Kazuri Bead Center, where female artisans create bright, handmade ceramic jewelry, or a stop at a Maasai market to browse authentic artifacts.

For a truly impactful day within sight of Nairobi, this tour is just one of Amazing Africa Tours and Travel’s private local excursions. You can also choose from our selection of unforgettable half-day trips and local experiences.