Things to do in Kenya
Nairobi City Safari66 optionsNairobi National Park Safari26 optionsSafaris15 optionsGiraffe Centre Tours15 optionsNairobi City Tour7 optionsDay Trips from Nairobi6 optionsDiani Beach Snorkeling Tour6 optionsNairobi Walking Tour24 optionsNairobi Airport Transfer36 optionsMombasa City Tour9 optionsKibera Tours8 optionsMombasa Airport Transfer10 options
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Nairobi: National Museum & Cultural Dances with Local GuideYou visit the Nairobi National Museum's fossil collection and wildlife halls, ride the KICC rooftop for city views, walk through downtown with a local guide learning pre- and post-independence history, tour a women-run beads factory, pay respects at the August 7th Memorial, watch traditional ethnic dances, and browse African crafts at Utamaduni. Hotel pickup and private transport are included; museum entry is paid on arrival.Is it for me?Good for travelers who want to understand Nairobi's history and current life in one day without arranging transport or navigating the city alone—the guide's real-time storytelling and the mix of museum, memorial, factory and market is what turns a city tour into something you actually remember.
Nairobi Coffee Farm & Factory Tour with TastingYou get picked up from your hotel, driven to a working coffee farm outside Nairobi, learn to pick and process coffee, taste three different grades, and return with snacks and water included. No transport logistics to arrange, no separate entry fees — everything is handled, and you leave knowing where Kenyan coffee actually comes from.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand where Kenyan coffee comes from without spending a full day on logistics — the pickup, transport, tasting and timing are all arranged, which is what makes a working farm visit fit into a half-day schedule.
Safari Nairobi: 4-hour game drive with city skyline backdropYou’ll feel Nairobi’s wild side come alive—lions and giraffes against skyscrapers, guided by a local who knows every turn. Expect close-up wildlife moments from an open-windowed jeep, with hotel pickup making it all effortless. That mix of city and savannah sticks with you long after you’re back.
Nairobi: Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage & Park Day TripYou’ll spot lions and rhinos right outside Nairobi on this day trip, watch rescued baby elephants guzzle their milk at feeding time, and feed endangered Rothschild giraffes by hand at the Giraffe Centre. With private pickup and a local guide handling all logistics, you can just soak up those small moments—the laughter, muddy shoes, or quiet sunrise over the savannah.
Hell's Gate & Lake Naivasha: Bike Safari, Boat Ride, PickupYou’ll pedal right past zebras and giraffes in Hell’s Gate with your local guide leading the way, then glide across Lake Naivasha spotting hippos and fish eagles from your boat. Includes hotel pickup from Nairobi and all gear—just bring your sense of adventure (and maybe a camera you don’t mind dropping).
Masai Mara: 3-Day Safari by 4WD Landcruiser & Game DrivesYou’ll cross open savannahs in a private 4WD Landcruiser on this three-day Masai Mara safari from Nairobi. Expect close-up wildlife moments on daily game drives, riverside picnic lunches under acacia trees, nights in simple tented camps with private bathrooms, plus optional visits to Maasai villages if you’re curious about local life. It’s more than photos—you’ll feel it in your bones.
Nairobi: Wildlife Safari, Safari Walk & Animal OrphanageYou’ll feel the wild side of Nairobi as you spot lions and giraffes against the city skyline, walk above tall grass on the safari boardwalk, and meet rescued animals up close at the orphanage. With private transport and a local guide who knows every shortcut (and animal nickname), this day trip leaves you thinking about those quiet moments long after you’re back in town.
2-Day Safari from Mombasa: Taita Hills & Tsavo game drivesA two-day safari from Mombasa combines game drives in Ngutuni Sanctuary and Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, with an overnight stay at either Taita Hills Lodge or Salt Lick Lodge—the latter built on stilts overlooking a waterhole where you can watch animals arrive to drink. Shared 4x4 game drives happen during peak wildlife hours; meals, park entry and hotel pickup are included. Children from age 7 are welcome; the route is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries or certain cardiovascular conditions.Is it for me?Choose this safari if you want to see two wildlife reserves in one trip and experience animals at the watering holes when they're most active—the overnight stay and fixed schedule mean the route, timing and logistics are all arranged, so you focus on the wildlife instead of building the itinerary yourself.
Masai Mara 3-Day Jeep Safari from Nairobi & Big FiveYou're driven from Nairobi into the Masai Mara for three days of game drives across the reserve's savannah, tracking the Big Five and watching hippos and crocodiles at the Mara River. Meals and accommodation are included, along with park entry and all transport from the city. Small groups mean closer wildlife viewing and a guide who knows the animals' habits and where to find them.Is it for me?Choose this safari if you want the main Masai Mara wildlife experience without arranging park entry, transport from the city, or accommodation separately — the small group size and included meals mean you're not negotiating logistics on the ground, just watching animals from the jeep.
Nairobi National Park: Half-Day Game Drive & City Skyline ViewsYou're picked up from your hotel and driven into Nairobi National Park for a half-day game drive where you'll see lions, rhinos, giraffes and hundreds of bird species against the backdrop of the city skyline. Your guide handles timing and knows where the animals congregate, so you spend your time watching instead of searching. Transport, entry and a professional driver are all arranged; you just show up ready to go.Is it for me?Book this if you're short on time but want to see Nairobi's wildlife without arranging transport or park tickets yourself—the pickup and fixed schedule mean you can fit a real game drive into a half-day window.
Masai Mara: 3-Day Group Safari with Game Drives & CampfireYou’ll join a small group for three days exploring Masai Mara’s wildlife-rich plains with guided game drives, picnic lunch by the Mara River (hippos included), evenings around a campfire at your safari camp, and optional Maasai village visit before heading back to Nairobi. Expect real connection—with nature and fellow travelers—plus those little moments you can’t plan for.
Lake Nakuru Safari & Optional Lake Naivasha Boat Tour from NairobiIf you want to see rhinos up close, spot flamingos by the thousands, and maybe cruise past hippos on Lake Naivasha—all in one day—this trip’s for you. It’s easy, guided by locals who know every shortcut and animal call. You’ll get real wildlife moments without worrying about logistics.
Amboseli Day Trip from Nairobi: Elephants, Kilimanjaro Views & Maasai EncountersYou’ll start before sunrise in Nairobi and reach Amboseli as Kilimanjaro appears on the horizon—spotting wild elephants up close during your game drive, sharing laughs with Maasai locals, and tasting lunch on Observation Hill. With pickup included and a local guide leading every step, this day trip leaves you quietly changed.
Maasai Village Day Tour from Nairobi: Learn Beadwork & CultureA Maasai village cultural tour from Nairobi takes you to Kajiado to learn beadwork, milk a goat, cook a basic meal and dance with community members in a manyatta. Your guide records attendance using an online register, and payments go directly to each villager via M-Pesa immediately after your visit. The operator sponsors school fees for children from underprivileged families and funds community needs like water storage tanks through the Happy Tribe Foundation, a registered NGO in Kenya.Is it for me?Choose the private tour option if your group wants to set the pace and spend extra time on activities like beadwork or cooking without waiting for others; the shared departure works well if you're traveling solo or prefer to meet other visitors and split the cost. Either way, the fixed schedule gets you back to Nairobi by mid-afternoon or early evening, so the day doesn't bleed into your evening plans.
Nairobi: Lake Nakuru, Naivasha & Maasai Mara 5-Day SafariYou're picked up from your Nairobi hotel or airport at 8am and driven south through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru for two game drives and an overnight stay. Day two moves to Lake Naivasha with a boat ride among hippos and a walking safari on Crescent Island. Days three and four are spent in Maasai Mara on morning and afternoon game drives hunting the big 5, with full days to explore the reserve's vastness. You return to Nairobi on day five after an early game drive, arriving around 5pm. All lodges, meals, park fees, vehicle and experienced driver-guide are included.Is it for me?Choose this safari if you want to see Kenya's three most productive reserves in one trip without arranging transport, park permits, lodges or meals yourself — the five-day structure and private vehicle let you move at your own pace while the experienced guide handles the wildlife spotting and logistics.
Nairobi: Half Day Safari Game Drive with City PickupYou’ll start your half day safari at Nairobi National Park with city pickup and a friendly local guide who knows where to find lions, rhinos, giraffes, and zebras even before you spot them yourself. Expect cool morning air, real wildlife encounters just outside Nairobi’s bustle, and stories you’ll remember long after you leave—plus bottled water and WiFi on board for those quick photo shares.
Nairobi: Souvenir Shopping Tour & Maasai Market with Hotel PickupYou’ll wander Nairobi’s lively markets and craft centers with a local guide, meet artisans shaping beads or carving wood, and sip tea in a garden café among birdsong. Expect honest laughter, unexpected stories behind souvenirs, and a real sense of city life as you shop — plus hotel pickup and easy drop-off.
Mombasa Airport to Diani Beach: Local Driver & Scenic TransferYou’ll get picked up right at Mombasa airport by a local driver who knows every shortcut (and story). Expect cold drinks, glimpses of daily life in Mombasa’s neighborhoods, and an easy ride all the way to Diani Beach—kids and luggage no problem. You might arrive feeling like you’ve already started your Kenya adventure.
Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli: 6-Day Group SafariYou’ll wake up to wild elephants under Kilimanjaro’s shadow, swap stories around campfires after spotting lions in Masai Mara, and watch flamingos turn Lake Nakuru pink at sunrise. With pickup from Nairobi, meals included and a local guide leading every step, this group safari is less about ticking boxes and more about sharing real moments—dusty boots, laughter, maybe even learning a new word or two.
Lake Nakuru & Naivasha: Safari Drive with Optional Boat RideYou’ll start your day early from Nairobi with hotel pickup before heading out for game drives among flamingos at Lake Nakuru, then enjoy lunch in the park. If you choose, take a peaceful boat ride on Lake Naivasha to spot hippos and watch birds up close—the kind of moments that linger long after you’re back in town.
