Nairobi
Kenya
Africa's safari gateway โ wildlife, culture, and Maasai Mara adventures
Why visit Nairobi?
Nairobi is East Africa's most dynamic capital and the gateway to Kenya's world-famous safari parks. The city has a surprising number of attractions: Nairobi National Park (lions with city skyline backdrop), Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre, and Maasai Market. The Maasai Mara โ site of the Great Migration (JulyโOctober) โ is 6 hours by road or 45 minutes by flight.
July, August, September, October, January, February
Highland tropical climate; pleasantly warm year-round (18โ25ยฐC). Long rains AprilโJune, short rains OctoberโNovember.
Kenya eVisa (eTa) required for all visitors. Apply at etakenya.go.ke. $30 for single entry.
Full visa guide โTop Things to Do in Nairobi
- ๐ฆMaasai Mara Safari (Great Migration)
- ๐Nairobi National Park
- ๐ฆGiraffe Centre
- ๐๏ธKaren Blixen Museum
- ๐ฅBomas of Kenya Cultural Show
- ๐Elephant Orphanage (David Sheldrick)
- ๐๏ธAmboseli NP & Mount Kilimanjaro View
- ๐ฆฉLake Nakuru Flamingos
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Best Stay Areas in Nairobi
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Open the Nairobi stay guideWhat to Wear in Nairobi
Neutral safari colours (khaki, olive) for game drives. Light layers for varying temperatures.
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