Start Time: 7:00 AM (Morning game drive) or 3:00 PM (Afternoon game drive)
Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours
Mode: Open 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional guide
Key Wildlife to Expect:
-Lions, cheetahs, leopards (rare), black & white rhinos
-Giraffes (especially Rothschild’s)
-Zebras, buffalo, wildebeests, impalas
-Hippos, crocodiles at water bodies
-Rich birdlife including fish eagles, kingfishers and storks
Key stops in the game drive
i) Drive to the Giraffe Centre: This is the first stop near the park boundary to spot the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes grazing. This is an opportunity to see these rare giraffes in their natural habitat.
ii) Watering Holes and Plains: Head to popular watering spots like Hippo Pools and Mbogo Waterhole. A great spot for seeing hippos, buffalo and elephants as these water points attract many animals, especially early morning and late afternoon.
iii) Explore the Grasslands and Open plains of savannah where you can spot zebras, wildebeests, impalas, and Thompson’s gazelles. This is good chance to see predators like lions and cheetahs resting or on the hunt.
iv) Stop at areas of Bird Watching Hotspots such as The Swamp and Hippo Pools. Nairobi National Park is home to over 400 bird species including fish eagles, kingfishers and (seasonally) flamingos.
v) Visit the Ivory Burning Site and learn about the history and efforts to combat poaching by driving to the historic Ivory Burning Site, a powerful symbol of Kenya’s commitment to wildlife conservation.
-Arrive at the park main entrance
-Quick briefing on park rules, safety and wildlife spotting tips.
-Alternatively, visit the Nairobi Animal Orphanage within the park to see rescued animals.
-Visit the Nairobi Rhino Sanctuary inside the park, home to both black and white rhinos and learn about Kenya’s rhino conservation efforts and enjoy close-up views.
-After a fulfilling drive, head back to the park gate.
-Transfer to Nairobi hotel or next destination.
