Nairobi National Park

Just 7 kilometers south of Nairobi’s bustling city center, Nairobi National Park offers one of the world’s most unique safari experiences: a fully-fledged national park set against the backdrop of a modern capital city skyline. Established in 1946, it is Kenya’s oldest national park and covers 117 square kilometers, making it compact yet remarkably rich in wildlife. Despite its proximity to urban life, the park is home to over 100 mammal species and more than 400 bird species, making it a thriving refuge for wildlife at the edge of a metropolis. Among its highlights is its status as one of Kenya’s most successful rhinoceros sanctuaries, providing vital protection for endangered black rhinos within its fenced boundaries. Visitors can spot lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, hippos, and a wide range of antelope species wandering through open savanna, acacia woodlands, and riverine forests. The park also hosts seasonal wildebeest and zebra migrations from the Athi-Kapiti plains, offering a taste of the classic African safari without leaving the capital. Beyond wildlife, Nairobi National Park features walking trails, picnic sites, the Ivory Burning Site Monument, and a raised boardwalk at the Nairobi Animal Orphanage, making it ideal for game drives, photography, and educational tours. Its accessibility, combined with the surreal contrast between wilderness and skyscrapers, makes it one of Africa’s most extraordinary protected areas.

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