Nairobi
Kenya
Overview
Kenya's dynamic capital is the gateway to legendary safari experiences while offering a thriving food scene, vibrant art culture, and the unique Nairobi National Park.
Cost of Travel
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Explore Nairobi
Giraffe Centre
Giraffe conservation & breeding center with feeding platforms & a 38-acre forested nature park.
National Museum of Kenya
Museum & research group with collections & exhibitions on East African heritage & history.
Nairobi National Park
National Park & conservation centre protecting big-game animals & their savanna habitat.
Karen Blixen Museum
1920s farmhouse where Blixen lived & wrote her famous memoirs, now museum with original furnishings.
The Oloolua Nature Trail
5-km. nature trail in Oloolau Forest featuring a cave, a picnic site, campsites & a waterfall.
The Nairobi Arboretum
Tranquil locale featuring various species of trees, plus picnic areas & natural scenery.
Where to Stay
Hemingways Nairobi
A boutique plantation-style luxury hotel in the leafy Karen suburb, named for Ernest Hemingway and exuding colonial-era elegance.
The Boma Nairobi
A modern hotel in Upper Hill with conference facilities, a popular buffet restaurant, and reliable comfort at a fair price.
Where to Eat
Talisman
Pan-African Fusion
A beloved Karen restaurant set in a lush garden, blending African, Asian, and European flavors in a magical setting.
Carnivore Restaurant
Kenyan BBQ
A legendary Nairobi institution serving an endless procession of grilled meats carved tableside, from lamb to ostrich.
Travel Tips
- Book safari lodges and Masai Mara visits well in advance
- Visit David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage at 11am feeding time
- Try nyama choma (grilled meat), ugali, and Kenyan chai
- Nairobi is at 1,700m altitude — bring a light jacket for evenings
- Carry cash for markets; credit cards accepted at hotels and restaurants
- Combine Nairobi with a Masai Mara safari (45-minute flight)
Getting There & Around
Uber is the most reliable and affordable transport in Nairobi. SGR express train connects to Mombasa. City traffic can be severe — allow extra time. For safari, book transfers through your lodge. Domestic flights connect to Masai Mara, Amboseli, and other parks. Walking in tourist areas is generally safe during daytime.
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