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7 Days in Nairobi: A Wildlife Adventure

Gianluca Magro

Gianluca Magro

7 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Nairobi's vibrant wildlife and cultural treasures. Encounter majestic elephants at the Elephant Nursery, marvel at the breathtaking Ngong Hills, feed giraffes at the Giraffe Centre, and immerse yourself in the history of Karen Blixen Museum. Explore the bustling Gikomba Market, witness the wonders of Nairobi National Park, and shop for unique crafts at Maasai Market. Discover the tranquility of Karura Forest, delve into Kenya's rich heritage at the National Archives, and step back in time at the Railway Museum. Get up close with incredible animals at the Nairobi Animal Orphanage and embark on a safari walk. Finally, experience the raw beauty of Hells Gate National Park. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Nairobi

Day 1Elephant Encounters and Hilltop Views
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$0

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$ 2

Elephant Nursery
Rescue & rehab center for orphaned elephants, open to the public for viewing mud baths & feedings.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
60 - 72 min

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Ngong Hills
Hikers & picnickers regularly ascend these sloping peaks boasting scenic valley & city views.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Giraffes and the Legacy of Karen Blixen
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$60

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$ 2

Giraffe Centre
Giraffe conservation & breeding center with feeding platforms & a 38-acre forested nature park.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
15 - 18 min

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Karen Blixen Museum
1920s farmhouse where Blixen lived & wrote her famous memoirs, now museum with original furnishings.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$35
Day 3Market Marvels and Wildlife Wonders
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$108

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$ 2

Gikomba Market
Crowds gather early to haggle at this lively market known for second-hand clothes, shoes & gumboots.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
115 - 138 min

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Nairobi National Park
National Park & conservation centre protecting big-game animals & their savanna habitat.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$108
Day 4Crafts and Nature's Sanctuary
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$ 2

Maasai Market
Open-air marketplace featuring vendors selling colorful handmade jewelry, textiles & beaded bowls.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Karura Forest
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Unveiling Kenya's History and Railway Heritage
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$13

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$ 2

Kenya National Archives & Documentation Service
Ancient, pan-African artworks & documents on Kenyan history in an imposing building from 1965.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
6 - 8 min

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Kenya Railway Museum
Opened in 1971, this railway museum features locomotives, coaches, a mini railroad & more.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
Day 6Wildlife Conservation and Safari Strolls
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$63

Nairobi Animal Orphanage
Rehabilitation center at Nairobi National Park featuring many exotic mammals & birds, plus tours.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
9 - 14 min

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Nairobi Safari Walk
Elevated wooden boardwalk winding through a safari park with lions, rhinos, cheetahs & leopards.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
Day 7Exploring the Majestic Hells Gate National Park
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$65

Hells Gate National Park
Wildlife haven popular with birdwatchers, photographers, hikers, horse-riders, cyclists & campers.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$65

Budget breakdown: $316 In total

Activities & Food:$308
Transport:$8