Nairobi city is the capital of Kenya and a gateway for all types of safaris in the East Africa region. It is popularly Known as “the green city under the sun” and is the starting point for safaris to the top destinations in Kenya and safaris heading to Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda and South Africa.
From its origins in the 1890s as a small settler town hosting builders of the Railway line, [ the railway would link Mombasa to inland Kenya], Nairobi has grown to become a recognized city in the African continent and a choice destination for travellers intending to see wildlife such as the big five.
Nairobi is your go-to East African city for a hotel staycation in some of the world-class accommodation facilities, or a game drive safari experience a few minutes drive from the city centre. The city’s strategic location connecting different safari circuits in the country makes it the best starting point for your safari in Kenya. The following are some top attractions and things to do when visiting Nairobi city.
Click to choose any of these Nairobi excursions to see details of the tour.
- Nairobi City Tour
- Nairobi National Park Game Drive
- Nairobi National Museum Tour
- Bomas of Kenya Tour