Have an explicit understanding on the notable activities and wildlife diversity in Nairobi National Park and lodgings at this Kenyan game reserve.

This magnificent wildlife park is South of Nairobi city approximately 10 kilometers far. It covers an area of 45 square miles of savannah grasslands and acacia woodlands.

Nairobi National Park saw its establishment begin 78 years ago as game reserve and registered as a Kenyan wildlife conservation. It has quite a large population of wildlife that harbor in and around it especially its numerous Rhino sanctuaries. Its activities are governed and regulated by the Kenya Wildlife service.

The wildlife reserve has some prominent sites at which observation of wildlife in this park is clearest. These points are elevated at reasonable heights giving you unobstructed views of your desired wildlife encounter.

Why is Nairobi National Park Famous?

This magnificent wildlife conservation on Langata road, 10 kilometers from the capital is famously renowned for its numerous Rhinoceros Sanctuaries, diverse blend of plant life and in town panoramic landscapes. Its main tourist attraction are the endangered black rhinos of enormous build and it is among the very few Kenyan National parks with the guarantee of seeing this outstanding species.

Nairobi National Park fees structure

It should be denoted that there are simple charges levied by the park operators from Kenya Wildlife Service to get access to this park’s activities and unique wildlife. Take a brief look at the fees paid on entry;

• Each adult foreign nonresident and resident pays 30 USD in the low season, i.e. from March to June. In the peak season, i.e. from July to February, the entrance fee is 35 USD.
• Infant foreign tourists are charged 20 USD each and also students foreigners pay 20 USD each
• Each East African citizen pays 400 KSH in the low season whereas in the peak season the charge is still the same.
• East African infants and students are charged 200 KSH for a daily entry ticket at Shimba Hills National Reserve.

Safari vehicles are also levied for entry per day. They are priced as follows;

• Compact SUVs with a maximum seating capacity of 6 pay 300 KSH
• 6-12 seats vehicles pay 1030 KSH
• 12-24 seats vehicles pay 2585 KSH
• 25-44 seats vehicles pay 4050 KSH
• 45 seats vehicles and beyond pay 5000 KSH

Wildlife at Nairobi National Park

The following are the wildlife that are present at this wildlife conservation Park; rhinoceros, hyenas, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, antelopes, buffalos, crocodiles, cheetahs, various bird species and so much more. 

Things to do at Nairobi National Park

At this park, a number of perfectly coordinated activities are ready for tourists to engage in. These activities are the best way to encounter wildlife at the Park. Take a look at the top things to do at this captivating wildlife conservation area.

1. Safari Game Drives

A game drive in Nairobi National Park can be termed as an outstanding experience for you and your travel associates to encounter the various wildlife species at this wonderful game park. Game drives are done in reliable 4X4 wheel drive vehicles that can move through all the kinds of terrain in this park. These dependable cars, each has a pop up roof and windows that bring in clear light fashioning magnificent and unobstructed views for you at the park.

Safari game drives are led by experienced guides or park rangers plus a skilled driver. These experts provide all the biography of whatever encountered wildlife species you would need to know about on this Safari.

Park regulations denote commencement of safari game drives by 8am in the morning, afternoon game drives too and the late night safari drives for those with an idea night drive adventure. You shall notably observe quite a number of free lancing nature creations like the big cats and numerous antelope species. The drive also takes you to the rhino sanctuaries in this park exposing you to the endangered black rhinos.

2. Hot Air Balloon Safaris

A hot air balloon safari is a posh experience that give you an elevated point of view for observing wildlife at the Nairobi National Park. The flights are usually launched in the early mornings not so high in the sky but above the shrubby vegetation in this wildlife conservation. This time has the calmest weather and highlighted by the astounding experience of seeing the sun rise from behind the highest free standing mountain in the world.

This Safari soars you above this magnificent wildlife conservation giving you the opportunity to observe the topography of this pack in high definition. It will give you a skeptical overview of the buffalo herds, few lion prides, flocks of birds and an impressive view of the numerous antelope breeds in this park.

This well accommodated safari with on flight breakfast and refreshments is the best to record moments and snap pictures of wildlife on their treks, hunting tactics, breeding characters and solitary attributes.

The Hot Air Balloon Safari is charged 475 USD per person.

3. Nature and wildlife walks

Guided walks in Nairobi National Park are astounding and memorable. They give you the opportunity to get detailed about the least and most information about this park. They are led by a knowledgeable guide or park ranger who is familiar with the geographical setting of the park.

Along the walks, the guide explains about the ways of life of the encountered wildlife species from the names to as far as their body attributes. Await an extensive array of plants, shrubs, small mammals like the African hare and the jackals.

The adventure gets amusing when you get to encounter the outstanding population of black rhinos in their sanctuaries and a variety of plants and bird species this haven inhabits. It’s a home to the endangered bird species like the African white-backed vulture, the southern ground Hornbill, the grey crowned craned, etc.

These walks will present you perfect photographic opportunities to take snaps around the wildlife encounter only at spots designated safe. Nature walks at Nairobi National Park are free of charge.

Besides the above exhilarating activities, there are other interesting coordinated safaris for you to include on your to do list such as;

• Photography safaris
• Bird watching safaris
• Visiting the native communities
• Camping

Accommodation at Nairobi National Park

This park has a collection of fine lodgings and tented camps within and around it that provide quality stay comfort for you and your loved ones. These lodgings are of different accommodation services, i.e. they are luxurious, midrange or budget friendly.

Take a look at the best lodge from each sector;

Best Luxury Hotel

Emara Ole-Sereni hotel is the best luxurious accommodation option near this wildlife park, just 1.5 km far. It has the best luxury endowed rooms made in a theme that relives you of wildlife even outside the park.

This lodge has an extensive array of amenities and facilities like a fully stacked health club, multi cuisine restaurants, no lag internet connection, and so much more. 

This high end hotel charges 349 USD for a fully accommodated night of two people in one room. Bookings and reservations for space at this hotel go on at their website or you can book through your trusted tour operator to see availability.

Besides this lodge, you can choose to stay at Tribe Hotel, Nairobi Serena Hotel or at Sankara Nairobi. These lodges are the other top options in the luxury sector of accommodation at Nairobi National Park.

Best midrange Hotel

Midrange accommodation at Nairobi National Park is led by Raddison Blu Hotel and Residence. This lodge is just a few miles from the headquarters of the park. It is themed in an exquisite agenda to brighten your accommodation at this hotel.

This exquisite setting provides skeptical views of the game reserve that is just steps far from it. The rooms for resting are self-contained and elegant. The atmosphere the park surrounds is cheerful during day and colorful in the nights.

Customer care at this lodge is delightful with meals and other services are delivered in time. Expect to pay 236 USD each night for a well packaged accommodation at Raddison Blu Hotel.

Argyle Grand Hotel, Villa Rosa Kempinsiki and Movenpick Hotel and residences are the top most alternatives if not comfortable with staying at Raddison Blu Hotel.

Best budget friendly Hotel

The Concord Hotel and suites is the best budget friendly lodge at Nairobi National Park. It is 9 miles far from the park with tented accommodations too. Its services are slick and affordable. The meals are perfect and the environment I cozy.

The prices per night for a couple at this tented lodge is 125 USD inclusive of meal plans. Its counter parts in the budget friendly stays are The Boma Nairobi, Sarova Stanley and the Turbine Ngong Hotel.

Best time to visit Nairobi National Park

On planning your trip to Nairobi National Park, you need to consider quite a number of aspects. Among the few aspects you should consider is what times of the year you should give this wildlife conservation a visit.

This breathtaking wildlife conservation phases through two weather seasons, i.e. the wet season and the dry season. The wet season runs from November to May whereas the dry season runs from June to October.

In the dry season, the park is typically dry with less dense vegetation. The skies are very clear with the sun vibrantly raying in the savannah grasslands of this park. The trails in the reserve are very smooth and dry making movements on all safaris easy, quick and enjoyable. This makes it very easy for tourists to spot wildlife.

The wet season is characterized by baby wildlife and plentiful flocks of bird species in this game reserve. The vegetation is lush green and densely vegetated with vibrant green.

The biggest challenge of this weather season is probably the muddy and almost unnavigable terrains of this wildlife conservation after the heavy rain pours. Nairobi national park records high rainfall totals in this season that make park activities have a few inconveniences in their punctuality.

The skies are often dark because of the ever present nimbus clouds lashing a rain pour at any moment. This makes spotting of wildlife challenging, plus recording photographic memories is quite unclear too.

The dry season is statically the best time to visit Shimba Hills National Reserve because of its so many advantages to its bio and its less flaws.

How to get to Nairobi National Park

Travelers to this game reserve can arrive most conveniently by road, specifically through a trusted tour company. With a tour company safari, expect to pass through Kenyan traffic swiftly. These companies can cover this 10 km stretch from Nairobi to the park location in just under 30 minutes. The drivers are skilled and know whatever quickest routes to get to the park. Some of the routes these drivers may use are not traceable on GPS platforms.

Alternatively you can travel by self-drive through the smart road network from Nairobi to the park. For those unfamiliar with Kenyan roads, the GPS platforms are quite accurate and provide less traffic routes to the reserve. Going to this national park requires you to hire an all-wheel drive vehicle to cruise through the mixed Kenyan roads terrain. Talk to us for the most reliable 4×4 drive vehicles at the fairest prices.

For those that need a wildlife experience without travelling to the outskirts of Kenya, Nairobi National Park is your best option. Located just a few kilometers from the capital, it stands out as the most interesting amusement site in Nairobi.

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