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Nairobi Day Trips
Guided outings from your Nairobi hotel, from baby elephants and giraffes to crater rims, rapids and tea country. We collect you in the morning and have you back by evening.
Day trips
Wildlife, culture and outdoors
Pickup
From your Nairobi stay
Guides
English-speaking driver-guides
Return
Home by evening
Perfect for stopovers
A day trip fits neatly before or after a safari, or on a Nairobi layover.
Nairobi in a day
Make the most of a free day
Nairobi is one of the few capital cities with wildlife on its doorstep. In a single day you can feed giraffes, watch baby elephants at the orphanage, walk a crater rim or take a game drive with the city skyline behind you.
Every day trip runs with an English-speaking driver-guide. Pair one with a longer safari in the Maasai Mara, or read more about Nairobi National Park.
Popular stops
Nairobi National ParkGiraffe CentreElephant OrphanageKaren Blixen MuseumHell’s GateMount Longonot
All day trips
Find your perfect day out
Prices are per person. Inclusions vary by trip, so check each day trip for its full list, and your quote confirms the final details.
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Laikipia
- 1 Day
- Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Nairobi National Park
- 1 Day
Why a day trip
Easy days, big memories
Hover or tap a card to see what makes each day out simple.
Hotel pickup
Collected from your Nairobi stay and dropped back by evening.
Local driver-guides
English-speaking guides who know the city and the parks.
Wildlife near the city
Lions, rhinos and giraffes a short drive from the centre.
Culture and history
Museums, crafts, dance and the story of Kenya.
Outdoor adventure
Crater rims, gorge walks and white water.
Mix and match
Combine stops to shape your perfect day.
A typical day
How your day unfolds
Times are a guide. Longer trips such as Ol Pejeta leave before dawn, while city visits start after breakfast.
7:00
Step 1
Hotel pickup
Your driver-guide meets you at your Nairobi hotel or home.
9:00
Step 2
The experience
A guided visit, hike, ride or game drive, depending on your trip.
13:00
Step 3
Lunch and a pause
A meal or a viewpoint stop, where the itinerary includes one.
17:30
Step 4
Back at your hotel
Dropped off in time for dinner, with the evening free.
Planning your trip
Before your day out
A few practical points for a smooth day.
Good to know
Before you book
- Most trips leave early in the morning, and longer outings start before dawn.
- Entry fees and inclusions vary by trip. Your quote shows exactly what is covered.
- Elephants, giraffes and the Snake Park are favourites with children.
What to pack
Pack light, pack smart
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- A warm layer for cool Nairobi mornings.
- Sun protection and a hat.
- A camera and a small day bag.
We confirm your pickup time and what is included when you book.
Questions
Day trip questions
Quick answers about pickups, prices and planning. Ask us anything else on WhatsApp.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. Your driver-guide collects you from your Nairobi hotel or home and drops you back at the end of the day.
What does the price include?
Prices are per person and include transport with an English-speaking driver-guide. Inclusions vary by trip, and your quote confirms exactly what is covered.
What time do day trips start?
Most leave early in the morning. Longer outings such as Ol Pejeta start before dawn, while city visits begin after breakfast. We confirm your pickup time when you book.
Are day trips suitable for children?
Yes. The elephant orphanage, the Giraffe Centre and the Snake Park are firm favourites with younger travellers.
Can I add a day trip to a safari?
Yes. A day trip fits neatly before or after a longer safari, or on a Nairobi stopover. Tell us your dates and we will plan around them.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, a warm layer for cool Nairobi mornings, sun protection and a camera.
Free day in Nairobi?
Let us plan your day
Tell us the date, how many of you are travelling and what you enjoy. We will suggest the day trip that fits best, with a clear price.
