This Kenyan capital is perfect for animal lovers and city explorers alike. This dynamic city offers a unique blend of urban experiences and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Explore bustling streets filled with cool shops and delicious food, then head out on a safari adventure to see amazing animals in real life. This post is your guide to the best things to see and do in Nairobi, from wildlife encounters to city adventures!
Disclaimer
Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.
Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.
Nairobi Storytelling Tour with Street Children
Get to know a Nairobi beyond its history during this private walking tour with former street children. Follow your guides through the city streets and learn about their upbringing on the streets and how they transformed their lives with the Nai Nami project for underprivileged youths. Learn about life on the street, ask questions, and develop personal connections with the locals during this storytelling tour.
Duration
3 hours
Availability
Everyday at 10 am and 1:30 pm
Price
$45 per person
Alternative
Nairobi City Tour - $22 per person
Visit Kibera The Chocolate City - $22 per person
Mathare Community Slum Tour - $26 per person
Cultural Tour to Bomas of Kenya
Discover Kenya's rich cultural diversity on this tour from Nairobi to Bomas of Kenya, a village that was constructed to represent elements of each of Kenya's 42 ethnic groups. Tour the village with a guide before enjoying traditional performances in dance, music, and storytelling to gain a greater appreciation and understanding of Kenyan life.
Duration
5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 1 pm
Price
$60Â per person
Alternative
Masai Village Day Tour - $65 per person
Market Tour & Cooking Class
This activity involves three amazing Kenyan experiences. Local famers market tour, Matatu experience and cooking class at a local home. First you'll visit a farmers market and do some grocery shopping. You'll get to interact with the locals and see the fresh produce used to make your dish. During the experience you'll make a complete Kenyan meal. A main dish and a side dish with veggies.
Duration
3.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9:30 am, 11:30 am & 5pm
Price
$55Â per person
Alternative
Carnivore Restaurant Dinning Experience - $30 per person
Nairobi Food Tour - $75 per person
Drink and Mingle
Karibu Nairobi! Come where the art of mingling meets the magic of mixology. This meetup promises a fusion of good vibes and great drinks. Cheers to new friendships and memorable nights in Nairobi!
Duration
3 hours
Availability
Monday - Saturday at 7 pm
Price
$11Â per person
Alternative
Nairobi Nightlife Tour - $100Â per person
The Safari Cats Show Tickets & Buffet Dinner
Enjoy this enthralling African show put on by The Safari Cats as the perfect end to your day exploring Kenya. A traditional buffet dinner is served prior to the show in the local style known as 'Nyama Choma' - a delicious feast.
Duration
4 hours
Availability
Everyday at 7 pm
Price
$92Â per person
Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Center, Karen Bilxxen Museum & Bomas of Kenya
Enjoy a full-day tour from Nairobi to experience wildlife and the best city excursions in Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Center , Karen Blixxen Museum & Bomas of Kenya.
Duration
7 hours
Availability
Everyday at 6 am
Price
$38 per person plus entrance fees paid on arrival
Alternative
Karen Bilxxen Museum, Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Center - $30 per person
Nairobi National Park Safari - $36 per person
Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park - $70 per person
Safari to Olpejeta Rhino & Chimpanzee Conservancy - $126 per person
Amboseli National Park Safari & Masai Village - $160 per person
Lake Naivasha & Crescent Island
Spend the day 56 miles outside of Nairobi at the iconic Lake Naivasha. Your tour departs after breakfast and includes a stop at the Great Rift Valley Floor. It's the perfect way to escape the city and enjoy some of the African wild.
Duration
10 hours
Availability
Everyday at 6 am
Price
$102 per person
Alternative
Tour to Hells Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha Boat Ride - $58 per person
Lake Nakuru National Park Tour - $75 per person
Tour to Crescent Island - $90 per person
Mount Longonot & Lake Naivasha
This tour enables you to visit both Mount Longonot and Lake Naivasha within a day. During the mountain hike you enjoy views of Lake Naivasha, Hells Gate and Mount Suswa. On the boat ride you see hippopotamuses, birds and enjoy views of the crescent island.
Duration
7 - 9 hours
Availability
Everyday at 6 am
Price
$60 per person
Alternative
Mt Kilimambogo Oldonyo Sabuk Private Hiking Tour - $135 per person
Mount Kenya National Park - $320 per person
Ngong Hills Hiking and Zip Line Adventure
Experience the thrill of ziplining over the jungle with this experience at Ngong Hills, which includes round-trip transfers from your hotel. You'll be strapped to a harness and onto a zipline, where you'll safely fly from one end to another, taking in gorgeous scenery along the way.
Duration
5 - 7 hours
Availability
Everyday at 6 and 7 am
Price
$100 per person
Alternative
Karura Forest Nature Trail - $90 per person
Adventure Course - 90 per person
Kereita Forest and Ziplining - $99 per person
Private Tour to Fourteen, Chania and Thika Waterfalls - $140 per person
Road Drive to Fourteen Falls - $200 per person
Ngare Ndare Day Trip - $220 per person
Fairview Estate Coffee Farm
Learn all about Kenyan coffee production with this farm-to-cup experience just outside of Nairobi. You'll tour a coffee estate, learn about every step of the production process, and get the chance to sample some freshly brewed Kenyan coffee yourself. Round-trip transfers from your Nairobi hotel are also included.
Duration
2 - 3 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9:30 am
Price
$68Â per person
Alternative
Coffee Farm Tour, Roasting and Tasting Experience - $35 per person
Coffee Farm and Factory Tour - $95 per person
Kiambethu Tea Farm Tour & Lunch - $125 per person
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