1-Day City Safari in Nairobi National Park & Giraffe Centre
This Nairobi city safari offers the perfect combination of wild African wildlife and hands-on conservation experiences, all within a single day.
Explore Nairobi National Park for a thrilling game drive and then meet endangered Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Centre.
Conducted in a private pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, this safari ensures comfort, flexibility, and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities just minutes from the city center.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Travelers on short stays or layovers in Nairobi
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First-time visitors to Kenya
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Families and children
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Wildlife and photography enthusiasts
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Anyone wanting a mix of safari and conservation in one day
Why This Safari Works
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✔ Combines classic game drive with interactive giraffe experience
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✔ Minimal travel distances within Nairobi
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✔ Private vehicle ensures flexibility and comfort
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✔ High probability of rhino and lion sightings
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✔ Perfect prelude or follow-up to longer Kenyan safaris
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✔ Compact day experience ideal for limited schedules
Tour Highlights
Morning game drive in Nairobi National Park with skyline backdrop
Potential sightings: lions, rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, elands
Visit and feed Rothschild giraffes at Giraffe Centre
Scenic savannah and acacia landscapes
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal viewing
Professional driver-guide with wildlife insights
Tour Map
Tour Features
Day tour
This does not include accommodation.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 8 people per vehicle.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Day 1
Nairobi – Nairobi National Park & Giraffe Centre – Nairobi
Start your day with a hotel or airport pickup in Nairobi.
Depart for Nairobi National Park, a 30–45 minute drive depending on traffic.
Enjoy a 3–4 hour private game drive in your pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle.
Wildlife you may encounter includes lions, black and white rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, elands, and a variety of bird species.
The park offers one of Kenya’s highest densities of endangered black rhinos and is renowned for its skyline backdrop, combining city and wilderness in a unique way.
After the game drive, you may stop for an optional lunch (at own cost), then proceed to the Giraffe Centre.
Here, enjoy a guided visit and feed the Rothschild giraffes from a raised platform, learning about ongoing conservation efforts.
Return to your hotel or airport in the late afternoon.
Meals
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Breakfast: Not included
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Lunch: Optional (at own cost)
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Dinner: Not included
Transport
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Private pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
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Professional English-speaking driver-guide
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Bottled drinking water provided
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Guaranteed window seat for game drive
Transport Distance & Time:
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Nairobi to Nairobi National Park: 15–25 km (30–45 minutes)
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Nairobi National Park to Giraffe Centre: 20–25 km (45–60 minutes)
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Giraffe Centre to hotel/airport: 15–20 km (30–45 minutes)
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Total Estimated Distance: 50–70 km including park tracks
Accommodation
End of Tour ( No Accommodations )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Rates are Per Person Sharing a Room Except for the Solo who is on Single Supplement
| Month/Season | Solo | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
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| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $228 | $228 | $228 | $228 | $228 | $228 |