Nairobi
Kenya
cityNairobi is the world's only capital city with a national park inside its borders. Giraffes and zebras graze against a backdrop of skyscrapers, and the city is gateway to two of Africa's most heartwarming wildlife experiences: hand-feeding endangered giraffes at the Giraffe Centre and visiting orphaned baby elephants at the Sheldrick Trust. It's the perfect place to begin or end your safari.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round, pleasant climate at 1,700m altitude
Monthly Climate
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25 | 12 | 58 |
| Feb | 26 | 13 | 55 |
| Mar | 27 | 14 | 95 |
| Apr | 25 | 14 | 210 |
| May | 23 | 13 | 165 |
| Jun | 22 | 11 | 35 |
| Jul | 21 | 10 | 18 |
| Aug | 22 | 10 | 23 |
| Sep | 24 | 11 | 28 |
| Oct | 25 | 13 | 60 |
| Nov | 24 | 14 | 150 |
| Dec | 24 | 13 | 90 |
Location
Our Picks
Recommended Lodges & Camps
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Itineraries Featuring Nairobi
Flying Safari to the Mara
Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Nairobi
- Scenic bush flight over the Great Rift Valley
- Three nights in the heart of big cat country
- Optional hot air balloon safari at dawn
Classic Kenya Safari
Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Amboseli
- Big Five game drives in the Maasai Mara
- Kilimanjaro views from Amboseli
- Sundowner cocktails on the savannah
Kenya Safari & Beach
Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Diani Beach
- World-class safari in the Maasai Mara
- White sand beaches on the Indian Ocean
- Water sports and reef snorkelling in Diani
Nairobi City & Lamu Escape
Nairobi → Lamu Archipelago
- Giraffe Centre and elephant orphanage
- UNESCO World Heritage Lamu Old Town
- Dhow sailing and sandbank picnics
Best of Kenya First Timer
Nairobi → Mara → Nakuru → Naivasha → Diani
- Big Five in the Maasai Mara
- Flamingos at Lake Nakuru
- Boat safari on Lake Naivasha
- Beach relaxation in Diani
Kenya Road Safari
Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Amboseli
- Overland adventure through Kenya's diverse landscapes
- Big Five safari in the Maasai Mara
- Boat safari and walking safari at Lake Naivasha
- Elephant herds beneath Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli
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