A morning game drive, orphaned elephants, giraffes and Karen Blixen's farmhouse, then the national museum, the city center and Karura Forest.
2 days, 14 stopsPacked paceJul to Sep, Jan to FebApproved by TravPa Editors, Nov 7, 2026
Trip at a glance
Add your first day to see each day's date, weather, sunset and closing days.
Day 1: Nairobi National Park, elephants and giraffes
A game drive with the skyline behind you, the orphan elephants at midday, giraffes in Karen and a meat feast for dinner.
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7:30 AMNairobi National ParkGates open at 6 AM. Allow about 2.5 hours on the drive; stay in the vehicle and keep 20 m from the animals.About 2 hours 30 min here
USD[fee]; pay online, no cash
Drive to the Mbagathi Gate on Magadi Road, about 30 min
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10:30 AMBook aheadSheldrick Wildlife Trust NurseryBook by email, as there are no same-day visits. Arrive by 10:30 AM for the 11 AM to noon feed, with cash for the donation.About 1 hour 45 min here
Minimum entry donation, age 12 and over: $20 · Book by email; donation paid in cash
2:30 PMOptionalGogo River Bird SanctuaryFollow the nature trail through the bird sanctuary next to the Giraffe Centre; bring binoculars.About 30 min here
Part of the Giraffe Centre
Drive about 15 min
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3:15 PMKaren Blixen MuseumJoin a guided tour of the farmhouse and walk the garden trail. The museums close at 5:30 PM.About 2 hours 15 min here
KES[fee]
Drive about 30 min
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6:00 PMCarnivoreDinner is served from 6 PM, with meats carved at the table and a vegetarian menu. Reserve on weekends.
Pay as you go
Before you go
Book these aheadSheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery (day 1): timed tickets, or tickets that often sell out.
Pay park fees onlineKenyan national parks do not take cash. Pay the KWS fee on eCitizen before you arrive, including for the elephant nursery visit.
Carry M-PESA or a cardM-PESA mobile money is accepted across Kenya, including in national parks. Keep some cash for the nursery donation and small purchases.
Use trusted taxisTake licensed taxis booked by your hotel or a trusted ride-hailing app, check the plate matches, and avoid motorbike taxis.
Leave plastic bags at homePlastic bags are illegal in Kenya, and national parks ban single-use plastic. Pack a cloth bag.
Stay in the vehicleIn Nairobi National Park you must stay in your vehicle outside marked areas, drive under 40 km/h and keep on the tracks.
Where to stay for this plan
Stay in Westlands for the second day's museum, forest and dinner, or in Karen to be close to the first day's park, nursery and giraffes.
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Plan last checked Nov 7, 2026. Check individual fee sources before you go. TravPa earns a commission when you book through a partner; your price stays the same.
