Nairobi Tours: 15 Sorted by Price

1.Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 878 reviews · from $45Our pick

Spend about five hours on a Nairobi National Park game drive in an open-roof tour van, with hotel pickup, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and a stop at Maasai Market Collections Karen. Guides such as Edwin, Lawrence, Peter, and William are praised for spotting wildlife. Park admission costs extra, and vehicle quality and timing can vary.

“The tour operator is very good. Even though I had not heard from few hours before the excursion, when I reached out to them they were very responsive. We had Lawrence as a guide, and he was awesome! Super nice, good vibe and flexible. The issue I had was more with Viator, who offers options that do not exist (French guide, tour at 5:30).”

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2.National Park & Optional Elephants & Giraffe Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 874 reviews · from $80

Start before sunrise with a four-hour safari in Nairobi National Park, then visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Giraffe Centre, and Kobe Beads Factory if selected. Guides including George, Junior, John, and Anthony are praised for spotting animals and managing the busy day. Hotel and airport pickup, an open-roof 4x4 van, and drop-off are included.

“The guide and driver did an amazing job spotting wildlife in the park, even finding a baby rhino and mother. It was amazing. The guide also helped our group get up front at the elephant orphanage so we had a great view of the feeding. This was an awesome day trip. It was better than I hoped it would be!”

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3.NAI Nami: Nairobi Storytelling Tour with Street Children

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 792 reviews · from $45

Join Nai Nami guides such as Typhoon, Priest, Quick, King, Tsunami, and Cheddar for a 2.5-hour walk through central Nairobi. Hear how they survived on the streets, see places tied to their past, and share local lunch and soft drinks. Groups are limited to eight, with safety guidance throughout.

“Thank you Tsunami and all the guides for this truly honest tour of life on the streets. It was incredibly informative and important to know all of the real life in Nairobi for the most vulnerable. Your live is truly inspiring and your work has value beyond words”

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4.Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 738 reviews · 5 hours · from $36

Spend about five hours on a Nairobi National Park game drive in an open-roof van or upgraded private jeep. Guides such as Edwin, William, Francis, and David are praised for finding lions, rhinos, giraffes, and birds. Hotel pickup, water, Wi-Fi, and a Maasai market stop are included, but the $80 park fee is extra.

“My tour was amazing. The guide was patient and I had a fantastic experience”

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5.Historic and Modern Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 703 reviews · 3 hours · from $23

Walk Nairobi’s central district with guides such as Jacqueline, Simon, Jeff, Sharon, or Dennis. Visit City Market, learn Swahili, taste fresh fruit, see historic landmarks, shop at fixed-price stores, and finish with KICC rooftop views. Hotel pickup is optional, and the tour runs in English, Swahili, or Spanish.

“My wife and I joined the walking tour with Jeff and it was an amazing experience. Jeff was friendly, knowledgeable and very enthusiastic throughout the tour. He explained everything clearly, shared interesting stories, and made the whole walk fun and engaging. I really appreciated how he always made sure we were comfortable and had enough time to enjoy each spot Overall, Jeff made the tour memorable and I would definitely recommend him to anyone visiting the city”

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6.Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 594 reviews · from $43

Start early from your Nairobi hotel for a four-to-five-hour game drive in an open-roof van. Look for black rhinos, lions, giraffes, birds, and other wildlife with the city skyline behind you. Guides such as Edwin, David, Joseph, and Lawrence have earned praise for animal spotting, while airport drop-off helps make this a useful layover trip.

“Hours in traffic as van stopped at 5 hotels picking up people. Wasting our vacation time. 2.75 hours spent in van OUTSIDE of game drive. Plus u pay $44 more in park fees. Poor disclosure. Poor business practice to not be all in. And mandatory stop at tourist trap shop while we wait for driver to have a sandwich and tea. Traffic is unavoidable, but driving inane directions with too many stops is unreasonable. Spare yourself.”

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7.Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour with Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 457 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $35

You’ll visit Nairobi’s Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and Kazuri Beads Factory with hotel pickup. Guides such as Jonathan, Isaac, and Patrick are praised for wildlife knowledge and flexible help. Add Karen Blixen Museum, Bomas of Kenya, or a Nairobi National Park game drive, but budget separately for the park fee.

“Excellent day, our guide Jonathan was great, very funny, personable and knowledgeable. Kept us updated on plans through, confirmed everyone was happy at all times. A full day.”

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8.Nairobi National Park 5-hour Guided Game Drive Free Pick up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 367 reviews · 5 hours · from $37

See lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, ostriches, and more on a five-hour Nairobi National Park game drive. Hotel pickup, a guide, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and drop-off are included. Guides such as Daniel, Linus, and Willy are praised for spotting animals and finding good viewing points. Park entry costs extra.

“We booked our trip last minute and were thrilled to be accommodated so quickly. Linus was an exceptional guide, he really went above and beyond to make our experience special. He made sure we saw all the wildlife and even took the time to find the best camera angles for perfect shots. His knowledge and enthusiasm added so much to the trip. Highly recommend this tour if you want an unforgettable experience!”

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9.Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 365 reviews · 3 hours · from $15Best value

Join local guides from KCOOP Tours & Travels for a three-hour walk through Kibera. Starting at Prestige Plaza, you will visit the KCOOP office, a viewpoint, a local home, a handicraft workshop, a community center, and a fixed-price souvenir shop. Guides may include Erick, Samuel, Benta, or Jack.

“After visiting this place I appreciate my life more.”

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10.Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 365 reviews · 6 hours · from $40

Start with a safari in Nairobi National Park, then visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Kazuri Beads Factory, a local restaurant and the Giraffe Centre. Guides such as Jonathan, Harrison and Henry are praised for spotting wildlife and keeping the day moving. Expect a van with a pop-up roof, extra entrance fees and a day that may last well beyond six hours.

“We had an amazing day with Ben, he was so knowledgable & because of his experience we were lucky enough to be the first to see white rhinos with not another single vehicle around for about 5 minutes. We also saw a lion right next to our car. He was gracious, thoughtful & made sure we never felt rushed at any of our activities. Thanks so much for an amazing first day in Kenya!”

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11.Tour: Giraffe Center and Nairobi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · from $176

Spend about two hours at Nairobi Giraffe Centre, then enjoy lunch at your own cost and a three-hour game drive in a pop-up-roof safari vehicle. Your private guide handles transport, park entry, and wildlife spotting. Guides such as George, Albert, Tony, and Black Santa are praised for their timing and animal knowledge.

“Great experience! Driver made sure we were able to see every animal and as close as possible. Super kind. Also, elephant orphanage is lovely”

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12.Masai village Day Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 284 reviews · from $100

Leave Nairobi at 7:30 a.m. for a private, hotel-to-hotel visit to a Maasai community near Kajiado. With guides such as Obed, Moses, Mwose, or Tim, you can learn about cooking, milking goats, beadwork, family life, music, and traditional dress, then visit a cattle market in Bisil.

“I had an excellent time with Mwose (Moses) on this tour of the village. It is a really immersive experience where you feel like you have joined the village. It started with Mwose picking me up from the hotel. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about Kenyan history. It was like talking to an old friend. Once we arrived at the village, everyone greeted us warmly. The ladies then dressed us up in the traditional outfits which was really cute. We then got to learn about the different roles in the village through a variety of activities. Mwose suggested an excellent restaurant on the way back to the hotel so…”

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13.Nairobi Storytelling Tour with Former Street Kids

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 283 reviews · 2h 30m · from $45

Meet guides such as Morgan, Typhoon, Tsunami, King, or Quick for a 150-minute walk through central Nairobi. Hear personal stories of life on the streets, learn local survival skills, visit parts of Downtown rarely seen by outsiders, and finish with a Kenyan meal and soft drinks. Guides work in pairs or very small groups.

“All guides are so kind fun, and helpful. They always take care of my safety. I learned a lot about Nairobi and their life. Many thanks, Tsunami, Typhoon, King, Kinsman, Donga, Priest, and Quick.”

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14.Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 235 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $90

This Nairobi day trip combines the Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and Kazuri Beads Factory, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Guides such as Stephen, Titus, and Wellington are praised for early starts, good photo spots, and helpful local advice. Check the booking option carefully, as Nairobi National Park fees may be extra.

“Stephen was absolutely amazing. Not only was he super knowledgeable, but he set us up to have the best tour ever. He made sure we had the best position at the elephants, took the BEST photos and videos of us and was incredibly attentive and fun. He made the day absolutely incredible. If you book this tour, which you absolutely should, do yourself a favor and request Stephen. This tour hits all the must do activities in Nairobi and Stephen takes it to the next level.”

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15.Nairobi Walking tour:Explore History Culture and Traditions

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 222 reviews · 3 hours · from $22

Spend three hours walking through central Nairobi with guides such as Edwin, John, or Pierre. See war monuments, Jamia Mosque, City Market, Uhuru Park, KICC, and the Railway Museum, with time for Kenyan coffee and local crafts. Hotel pickup within 10 km of the city center is included.

“We had a really nice time with our guide Edwin. He had good knowledge and was funnto be around. We booked on 11. January but could not attend because of sickness. The Team was very nice and we took the tour 11 days later without any extra cost. Pick up from hotel was also invluded. Overall a great experience that i highly reccomend.”

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