The gateway city
Luxury Nairobi Stays
Nairobi is more than a gateway — a city with a national park on its doorstep, world-class wildlife experiences and elegant places to rest before the bush.
Overview
Start and end your safari well
Most Kenya safaris begin and end in Nairobi. Handled well, a night in the city can be a smooth, elegant bridge between your international flight and the bush.
We choose comfortable, well-located hotels and arrange every transfer so the experience flows.
- Boutique hotels and garden retreats
- Day rooms and layover arrangements
- Airport meet-and-greet and transfers
- Easy connections to Wilson Airport for bush flights
Things to do
Wildlife experiences in the city
Nairobi National Park sits within the city limits, with rhino, lion, giraffe and plains game against a skyline backdrop. The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust's orphaned elephant project and the Giraffe Centre are also memorable visits.
- Nairobi National Park game drive
- Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphans
- Giraffe Centre
- Karen Blixen Museum and craft markets
Layovers
Making the most of a stopover
If your flights require a night in Nairobi, we can fill it with a half-day wildlife visit or a relaxed dinner, or simply arrange a quiet room to rest.
Combinations
Onward to the bush or the coast
From Nairobi we connect you to the Masai Mara, Laikipia, Amboseli, Samburu, Tsavo or the coast by scheduled or private bush flight.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know
Do I need a night in Nairobi?
Often it is worth it, especially if you arrive in the evening. We advise based on your flight times and build the itinerary accordingly.
Is Nairobi National Park worth visiting?
Yes. Seeing rhino and other wildlife against the city skyline is a unique and enjoyable half-day experience.
Can you arrange day rooms on a layover?
Yes. We can organise day rooms, transfers and short excursions for layovers of a few hours or a full day.
Is Nairobi safe for tourists?
With sensible precautions and trusted transfers, visits are straightforward. We arrange secure transport and well-located hotels for our travellers.
Start planning
Design your private Kenya safari
Tell us your dates, your interests and how you like to travel. A Kenya-based specialist will craft a tailor-made itinerary around you — with no obligation.
