15 Wildlife Safaris in Nairobi Worth the Drive

1.Nairobi Park Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $400Our pick

Start at 6:00 am for a six-hour Nairobi National Park safari with pickup and a group capped at eight. Guides such as George, David, Joseph, Hiram, and James lead game drives among lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and more. Animal Orphanage and Nairobi Safari Walk access may be included, but park admission is extra.

“Very attentive to details, quality cars, very good conditions! Always attentive everywhere we went to make us feel excellent! Best game driver!”

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2.6 Days Kenya Adventure Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $1,846

Spend six days in Kenya with a private guide and 4x4 Landcruiser, traveling from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara. Expect boating, birding, lion and cheetah sightings, Big Five searches, lodge stays, and optional balloon, bush meal, and Maasai village activities.

“Thanks alot team Wild Voyagers for awesome trip ! Everything was up to the mark according to our comfort ! All the hotels were really nice !”

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3.Half day wildlife tour to Nairobi National Park Game Drive with Pickup/Drop off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $45Best value

Spend four hours searching Nairobi National Park for rhinos, lions, zebras, warthogs, crocodiles and birds from an open-roof 4WD van. Your English-speaking guide handles pickup, park logistics and wildlife spotting. Early starts offer the best chance of active animals, while the Ivory Burning Site adds important conservation context.

“Bella esperienza anche se nulla a che vedere con parchi più grandi e belli. La consiglio per avvistare i grandi Rinoceronti. Attenzione alla fine di ingresso al parco.”

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4.3 Days Best of MasaiMara Wildlife Private Safari, Mid-Range offer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $1,100

Travel privately from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara for three days of game drives, including a full wildlife day and an optional Maasai village visit. Guides such as Wycliff, Kennedy, Sam, and Victor are praised for finding lions, cheetahs, elephants, and other Mara wildlife.

“Our guide was Wycliff , there is nothing to complain about except for the some what poor sanitary facilities in the camp. The food in the camp was great. all over my experience is awesome!”

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5.6 Days Kenya Masai Mara,Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $2,000

You’ll travel privately from Nairobi to Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli in six days, with game drives, meals, park fees, and transport included. Paul handles planning, while guides such as Tom, Glenn, or Morris may lead the safari. Expect big cats, elephants, flamingos, and Mount Kilimanjaro views.

“When I was planning my safari trip to Kenya, I studied and received offers from many companies. In the end, I chose Africa Starpal Tours & safaris because they offered the lowest price. But this was just the case when the low price was not at the expense of quality. Africa StRead more”

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6.David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust & Giraffe Center with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 5 hours · from $193

Spend five hours with an English-speaking guide such as Isaac or George, feeding giraffes at the Giraffe Centre, meeting baby elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and finishing with lunch at Carnivore. Hotel pickup in Nairobi is included, with airport-area fees extra.

“Tuvimos una experiencia increíble!! Nuestro guía Isaac se ocupó de que cada detalle saliera perfecto! Gracias por un fantástico tour!!”

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7.ATV/Quad Bike Wildlife Safari with Transfers & meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $190

You’ll ride a guided ATV through open wildlife terrain in Machakos County, with a safety briefing, slow scenic trails, and chances to see giraffes, zebras, antelopes, baboons, and birds. Pickup from Nairobi or JKIA, a three-course meal, and return transport are included.

“The tour facility did a pick up. Once we got to location, we picked up the quads. Went for wonderful quad run. I’ve done about four ATV/quads rides so far this year and this was the best! The terrain was really interesting to drive, the view of the animals were wonderful and we saw zebras, giraffes, etc. Then we sat down for a really yummy lunch with perfect weather. It was a great day. I highly recommend.”

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8.13-Day Private Wildlife Safari Tour of Kenya and Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $8,086

Travel privately from Nairobi to Arusha through seven major wildlife areas. Expect lodge and tented-camp stays, unlimited game drives, a Lake Victoria boat ride, Olduvai Gorge, and close chances to see lions, elephants, rhinos, cheetahs, and leopards. Monica handles planning, while guides such as Martin and Hashim Mkya may be assigned.

“Asili organized a 3 week safari for us in September 2024. From the pick-up at Nairobi airport to the last transfer back to the airport, everything was organized perfectly. Monica did an awesome job tailoring the safari to our wishes. After a couRead more”

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9.Horseback Wildlife Safari with Transfer & Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $235

You’ll leave Nairobi for Naivasha, meet a calm, well-cared-for horse, and ride through open savannah with a guide. Expect giraffes, zebras, and antelopes, plus return hotel or Airbnb transfers. The ride suits beginners, but confirm the exact ride length and follow your guide’s instructions closely.

“Very well organized - smooth from start to finish and communication was prompt. As a visitor, the guides were very helpful and everyone spoke clear English! 10/10, would go again with this operator. Safari itself was amazing - this place is beautiful!! Overall, well worth it from all aspects and looking forward to booking another tour.”

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10.7 Days Best of Kenya Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $3,960

Spend seven days on a private Kenya safari with an experienced guide, visiting Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli. Expect long road transfers, morning and afternoon game drives, a Naivasha boat trip, picnic lunches, and strong chances of seeing the Big Five.

“This safari is expensive but worth every penny. I have never been on a better safari. I saw so many different animals. It was amazing!”

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11.E-Bike/Cycling Wildlife Safari with Transfer & meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $155

You’ll ride a standard bicycle or quality e-bike through a private conservancy near Nairobi with guides Noah and Dennis helping from trail to transfer. Expect giraffes, zebras, impalas, wildebeest, ostriches, and warthogs, followed by a three-course meal by the river.

“This ebike safari was excellent - it was very enjoyable due to the excellent quality of the ebike and our guides knowledge and expertice. It was a great way to see the animals including giraffes, impala, and ostriches. Dennis, the driver who picked me up and brought me back to my hotel was also very friendly and informative. This is a great activity to consider when on holiday in Nairobi and Kenya.”

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12.12 Days Kenya Tanzania wildlife Joining Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $2,890

Travel in a small group of up to six from Nairobi through Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. African Paradise Safaris handles the cross-border route, with John Peter among the named contacts associated with tailored trips. Expect long drives, basic camps, and strong wildlife potential.

“It was nice experience travelling with the support of APS Travel agency. They were very helpful in case we were stuck and they had given us the best options for hotels and places to visit in reasonable rates. If you want to travel they are the best option to opt for choosing best holiday package. Thanks APS for giving us this memorable trip. Keep up the good work.”

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13.10-Days Kenya Wildlife Private Safari and Mombasa Diani Beach Holidays

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $5,495

You’ll spend four nights around Maasai Mara, visit rhino country at Lake Nakuru, then fly to Diani Beach for three days of free time. Gracepatt Safaris provides private transport, a professional guide, park fees, lodge meals, airport transfers, and bottled water. Ask whether Benjamin or Edward is available to guide your group.

“We had an amazing experience in Kenya, a trip of a lifetime!”

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14.4-Days Best Wildlife Safari: Amboseli, Tsavo West & Tsavo East Private Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $2,275

You’ll travel from Nairobi through Amboseli, Tsavo West, and Tsavo East with a private guide, three nights of lodging, park drives, Mzima Springs, and ten included meals. Guides such as Peterson and Benjamin have led past departures, with routes ending in Nairobi, Diani Beach, or a transfer toward Tanzania.

“The tours were well planned and the guide was friendly and competent, although sometimes a little too reserved.”

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15.9 Days Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $8,200

Travel privately from Nairobi through Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara, with local safari guides, lodge stays, border crossings, and daily game drives. Guides may include Alba or Lawrence, with cook Joseph on some departures. Expect long road days and a busy schedule.

“The Highlights of the toursmf9r me seeing the b8g Five. Guides knowledgeable ,friendly,informative. The jeep are clean well mentioned.”

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