NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK

A free day in Nairobi? Visit the Nairobi National Park situated in Nairobi, Kenya. This city was once renowned as the “Green City in the Sun” and derives its name from the Maasai phrase “Enkare Nyirobi” meaning “a place of cool waters”. The Nairobi National Park is famous for its close proximity to the city. A few minutes’ drive promises relaxation, tranquility and seclusion from the vibrant bustling city. A game drive in this park offers great game viewing for wildlife lovers against the backdrop of the city’s skyscrapers. Some of the notable wildlife in their natural environment include lions, rhinos, giraffes, leopard, cheetah, hyenas, zebra, buffalo, and a variety of primates, gazelles as well as hippos and crocodiles. This remarkable park also provides picnic and event sites, including the famous ivory burning site — an important landmark in the corridors of wildlife conservation. There are endless activity options that visitors can enjoy including breathtaking scenic and game viewing, bird watching, nature photography, guided nature walks along the hippo pool nature trail, the animal orphanage and the famous Nairobi Safari Walk. In fact, this park has been dubbed among the top 10 places to visit while in Kenya.