Luxury Escapes
Half-Day Nairobi National Park Game Drive
Duration: Approximately 4–5 hours
Pickup Location: Your hotel or preferred accommodation in Nairobi
Option 1: Early Morning Game Drive
Embark on an unforgettable early morning game drive through Nairobi National
Park, a unique wildlife haven located just outside Kenya’s capital. As the sun rises
over the savannah, witness the park come to life with the sounds and sights of
nature. This is the best time to spot predators like lions, hyenas, and leopards
while they’re still active from their nighttime hunts. Enjoy cool, fresh air and
golden light as you explore diverse habitats from open grasslands and acacia
woodlands to riverine forests and wetlands. With Nairobi’s skyline in the
background, this game drive offers a rare blend of wilderness and city views, all in
just a few hours. Perfect for travelers seeking a genuine safari experience without
leaving the city.
Pickup from your hotel/accommodation before sunrise, ensuring early
access to the park. The cool, quiet morning increases chances of spotting
predators like lions, hyenas, and leopards.
Enter Nairobi National Park through one of the main gates and begin your
game drive, starting with a visit to the Hyena Dam area, known for early
morning activity.
Proceed to the Savannah tracks near the Ivory Burning Site for sightings of
giraffes, buffalo, elands, impalas, and gazelles.
Continue the drive towards the Rhino Sanctuary in the southern section of
the park, a protected zone where sightings of both black and white rhinos
are common.
Explore the Leopard Cliffs and riverine forest areas, keeping an eye out for
elusive cats and birdlife.
Optional visit to the park’s picnic sites for a short break, where you can
Enjoy light snacks and scenic views.
Option 2: Late Afternoon Game Drive
Experience the magic of an evening game drive in Nairobi National Park as the sun
begins to set over the savannah. This golden hour safari offers stunning views and
excellent photography opportunities, with the warm light casting a beautiful glow
over the landscape. Watch as herds of zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and buffaloes
They gather at waterholes and graze in the open plains. As the day cools, predators like
Lions may begin to stir, increasing your chances of an exciting sighting. With
Nairobi’s skyline silhouetted in the background, this game drive offers a perfect
blend of wildlife and cityscape, ideal for a relaxed yet thrilling afternoon
adventure close to the city.
Pickup from your hotel/accommodation in the afternoon and drive to the
Park for entry before the late afternoon game drive begins.
Begin with the open plains where large herbivore herds zebras,
Hartebeests and gazelles graze in the warm afternoon light.
Visit water points like Hyena Dam to watch birds, hippos, and possibly
crocodiles during their most active hours.
Drive through the Rhino Sanctuary area for a second opportunity to see
rhinos and other big game like lions and buffaloes.
Continue to elevated areas like Leopard Cliffs for panoramic views of the
park as the sun begins to set over the Nairobi skyline.
Exit the park at or just before dusk and return to your hotel.
Tour Highlights:
Guided game drive with a knowledgeable English-speaking safari guide
Scenic views of wildlife with Nairobi city skyline as a backdrop
Visit to key park zones: Hyena Dam, Rhino Sanctuary, Savannah Plains, Ivory
Burning Site, Leopard Cliffs
Opportunity to spot: lions, rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, hippos,
crocodiles, and over 400 bird species
What to Bring.
Valid ID or passport for park entry
Binoculars and camera
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
Comfortable clothing and closed shoes
Water and snacks
