Four complete safaris, each in a single day
Elephants under Kilimanjaro, geysers and bike trails at Hell's Gate, the Big Five at Ol Pejeta, or pink flamingos at Lake Nakuru - out and back to Nairobi before dark.
Elephants marching before Kilimanjaro, in one day
Depart before sunrise and watch Kilimanjaro emerge on the horizon as you head south. Inside the park, elephant families are close to guaranteed, along with lion, cheetah, buffalo and giraffe.
Return to Nairobi around 7pm, with breakfast, lunch and multiple game drives included throughout the day.
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Four safaris in one day - drive, sail, cycle, walk
Hell's Gate takes its name from its geysers and hot springs, and is one of the only Kenyan parks where you can cycle freely among gazelle, zebra and giraffe.
Add a boat safari on Lake Naivasha among hippos and birdlife, then a guided walking tour on Crescent Island - a private sanctuary with wildebeest, waterbuck and zebra. Buffet lunch included at Naivasha Sopa Resort.
The closest place to Nairobi with all of the Big Five
An early departure, but worth it: Ol Pejeta is the only place in Kenya to see rescued chimpanzees, alongside black and white rhino, lion, leopard, buffalo and elephant.
En route you'll see snow-capped Mount Kenya and cross the equator - a small but memorable moment most visitors don't expect on a day trip.
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Acacia forest, alkaline lake, and (often) pink flamingos
Lake Nakuru combines forest, waterfalls and an alkaline lake that draws pelicans, kingfishers and - seasonally - large pink flamingo flocks. The park's sanctuary also protects endangered black rhino.
The day continues at Lake Naivasha and finishes with a guided walking safari on Crescent Island - three distinct wildlife settings in one itinerary.
Nairobi day trips - your questions answered
Can I see the Big Five on a day trip from Nairobi?
Yes - Ol Pejeta Conservancy is the closest destination to Nairobi where lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and both black and white rhino are all present.
Can I see Mount Kilimanjaro on a day trip?
Yes - the Amboseli day trip gives clear views of Kilimanjaro's snow-capped summit (5,895m), especially in the early morning before cloud builds up later in the day.
What time do day trips leave and return?
Most depart around 4:30-5am to maximise wildlife viewing and daylight, returning to Nairobi in the early evening, typically around 7pm.
What transport is used?
A customised 4x4 with a pop-top roof for unobstructed views, driven by a multi-lingual guide. Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or the airport is included.
Which parks can I visit on a day trip?
Amboseli, Hell's Gate with Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, and Lake Nakuru - each built as a complete single-day itinerary with meals included.
What types of safari activity are included?
Depending on the day trip: game drives, a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, cycling at Hell's Gate, and guided walking safaris on Crescent Island - more variety than a standard game drive alone.