Until you can get up close and personal with wildlife we are serving you a virtual- urban safari, explore Nairobi National Park through this article that we have with so much love put together just for you. You have probably heard or read this fact a thousand times but I’m going to say it anyway, Nairobi National Park or otherwise known as “the world’s wildlife capital” is the only one on the planet in close proximity to a city centre!
Fact two which you might have not heard is that the park is home to all the Big 5 except the African Elephant.
Visiting the park is a great way to reconnect with nature, rejuvenate & recharge or simply create a lifetime of memories with your loved ones or make new friends whilst on your game drive.
Why Nairobi National Park?
The views…the first thing you will notice is the magnificent backdrop of the city skyscrapers!! amazing, right?? A picture here is definitely insta-worthy or postcard-worthy.
Game viewing …. whilst on your game drive be sure to spot some of the members of the big five including; the buffalo, rhinos, if you are early enough you might be lucky enough to meet the lions and leopards. We highly recommend going on the 6:00 Am game drive, this is the best time to encounter the big cats.
You will also meet the giraffes towering the acacia trees and zebras crossing to lots of antelopes running around the open grass plains of the park.
The resident crocodile & hippos… The resident crocodile will be relaxing just by the water hole where you will also spot the hippos popping up. You can stop over here for a while and your guide is happy to tell you more about the crocodile and hippos.
Picnicking…There are designated picnic sites where you can have your meal, enjoy the serenity and have a great time in an open space!!
Accommodation options within the park?
Nairobi is also used as a jumping-off point for safaris elsewhere in Kenya and if you wish to stay for a night or two here are some options for you within the park and/or just a stone throw away from the park.
Ololo Safari Lodge link here
A gorgeous and homely lodge perfectly situated, on the beautiful banks of the Mbagathi River which forms the southern border of the Nairobi National Park. Whilst here, you may spend your time strolling through Ololo gardens, game viewing at the park, swimming at the pool or simply enjoying breathtaking views of the park and the remarkable hills at Ngong
The Emakoko link here
This is an intimate and charming boutique lodge exquisitely positioned on the boundary of the park, promising spectacular views, also equipped with a pool. This is a child-friendly facility and it only takes close to 45-minutes from JKI Airport, the only delays you might encounter are zebras closing or antelopes putting on a show.
Park entry fees: Please note that the below rates are subject to change
Kshs400 per adult/ Kshs200 per child, per day for citizens and residents
USD35 per adult/ USD20 per child, per day for Non-residents
Kindly note;
Conservations fees are directly payable at the park entrance
Payments made through; M-Pesa, Visa card and direct deposits to KWS bank accounts.
While game viewing, please kindly adhere to the KWS code of conduct… leave no trace and respect the privacy of the wildlife, this is their home and you are just visiting
The Safari Post 
A well laid out crystal blog. Nature is home to man, thanks to you, you yet again made us see on how it is close to us. The Nairobi National Park is incredible, I’m on my way to schedule a day for it in my diary. Big thanks
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I’m humbled…. I’m sure you are going to have lots of fun.. It’s the most incredible urban safari you are going to experience!!
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