BIG FIVE IN NAIROBI
Private Day Trip
The chance to see all of the Big 5 in one day, without evening leaving Nairobi. This day trip provides a unique and brilliant way to see another side of Kenya’s capital. You first visit the elephants of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and also learn about the Trust’s conservation efforts. Then in the Nairobi National Park, the trained eyes of your guide and your indomitable 4×4 safari vehicle provide the best opportunities to seek the rest of the Big 5, buffalo, leopard, lion and rhino on this memorable safari.
Itinerary
Day 1 Nairobi – Sheldrick Wildlife Trust – Nairobi National Park – Nairobi
Your Nairobi National Park day trip awaits – Your safari guide will meet you in the morning, at your hotel in Nairobi, for the start of your adventure. You will have the chance to spot the famous Big 5 today: elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, and rhino – without even leaving Kenya’s capital. Your first stop is the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, near the entrance of the Nairobi National Park. You will arrive in time to watch as the charming and not-so-little elephant orphans are fed their very own special milk formula. Having spent some time observing the elephants and learning about the conservation and wildlife protection efforts performed by the Trust, you move onwards to the Nairobi National Park. The park is the oldest national park in Kenya and Nairobi’s greatest treasure. Perfect for a day trip! You will be amazed by the variety of wildlife that calls the park home and experience a unique safari with Nairobi’s skyline as your backdrop. The park is much bigger than you may expect, about the same size as the city of Liverpool. Absorb the serenity around you and let your eyes wander across the open savannah. Your guide knows the park and its natural inhabitants inside-out and his experience will help you find animals which might otherwise have gone unnoticed. As you have already seen the elephant, you now have the opportunity to spot the remaining members of the Big Five on this Nairobi National Park day trip: lion, buffalo, leopard, and rhino. You can also observe giraffes, hyenas, zebras and more. The park serves as an important rhino sanctuary and your chances of spotting rhinos in their natural environment is very high on this safari. You will enjoy lunch at one of the shaded picnic sites, from where you have the opportunity to stretch your legs a little by walking along the Hippo Pools nature trail and come to see some of the park’s birdlife and smaller creatures up close. As the shadows begin to grow longer and sun begins to set, you exit the park and your guide will return you to your hotel in Nairobi with a new appreciation for Kenya’s capital city. Your Nairobi National Park day trip has come to an end.Lunch
Includes
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Mineral water
- All entrance fees
Excludes
- Flights (international and domestic)
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Optional activities
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
FAQ
- This is a private tour and hence the group will only consist of the people you chose to travel with.
- No, there is no age limit.
- We only use specially converted 4×4 safari vehicles (i.e. Toyota Land Cruiser) that are able to take on the harsh Kenyan road conditions. Each guest will enjoy a window seat and during game drives the roof will open, ensuring unspoilt views.
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- A picnic lunch is included as stated in the itinerary and mineral water is also supplied during the safari. All other drinks such as soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are excluded and need to be settled by yourself.
- Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements or food allergies and we will do our outmost to cater for them (only possible with advanced notification).
- Yes, you should bring along some cash for extras like drinks, snacks, souvenirs and tips.
- Please make sure that your USD bills that have been printed after 2004 as any earlier dated bills will not be accepted.
- Tipping after a safari is customary and we recommend 15-20 USD per day per group for the guide.
- Entry requirements vary depending on the citizenship of the traveller. As of 01.01.2021, visas will no longer be issued upon arrival and e-visas will become compulsory. It is the sole responsibility of every traveller to be in possession of all required documents. We strongly suggest that you contact your respective embassy for the latest visa regulations.
- In general, East Africa poses no higher health risks than many other destinations. Please consult your GP or a tropical disease institute regarding appropriate vaccinations etc. before your departure. For your own safety please inform us about any intolerances or allergies you may have against any medications or of any medical conditions (e.g. high blood pressure, epilepsy, asthma, heart conditions, etc.) when you book your trip. Please also inform your guide before the start of the tour.
- In theory, there is a possibility of contracting malaria in all East African countries. Malaria is caused by one-cell parasites and transmitted by Anopheles mosquitoes. Different medications can offer a prophylaxis but some need to be taken before you start travelling. You should consult your GP or the institute for tropical diseases to get medical advice. Our experience suggests that medications which have been on the market for some time (e.g. Lariam) can lead to severe side effects and therefore may compromise your trip.
- Prevention is always better than cure; the best prevention is not to get bitten by wearing long trousers, socks, closed shoes and long-sleeved tops during the evening hours. The use of anti-mosquito sprays and creams can further help to reduce the risk of being bitten.
