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The 15 Best Tours in Kenya

514 tours  ·  from $10 a head

Two weeks or a long weekend, the problem is the same: the country is enormous and the good days are spread across it. The 15 below are the ones that earn their slot, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection - Lunch at Utamaduni or Mamba Village
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Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection

1.Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 878 reviews · from $45Our pick

Start with hotel pickup, then spend four to five hours searching Nairobi National Park for rhinos, lions, giraffes, birds, and more. Guides such as Edwin, Peter, Lawrence, and William are praised for sharp animal spotting. The tour also includes bottled water, Wi-Fi, and a short Maasai Market stop, but park entry costs extra.

“It has a wonderful view, though the number of animals are relatively less the park. The guide and the driver were good.”

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Nairobi: National Park & Optional Elephants & Giraffe Center - Four hours inside Nairobi National Park
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Nairobi: National Park & Optional Elephants & Giraffe Center

2.National Park & Optional Elephants & Giraffe Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 874 reviews · from $80

Start before dawn with a four-hour Nairobi National Park safari, then add the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Giraffe Centre, and Kobe Beads Factory. Guides such as George, Junior, John, and Anthony are praised for finding lions and rhinos and helping with the best viewing spots. Allow a full day, plus extra cash for entry fees and lunch.

“Initially, I was unsure about booking this trip, but it turned out to be one of the best experiences. I received the necessary information from the tour provider the evening before the tour, though I did have to follow up on WhatsApp to get the details. That said, we were fortunate to have an excellent guide and driver. There were only two couples in the vehicle (including us), which made the experience more comfortable and personalized. The driver was also kind enough to drop me at a different location upon request. During the safari, we spotted many lions, rhinos, and almost every possible wildlife species present in Nairobi National Park.…”

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NAI NAMI: Nairobi Storytelling Tour with Street Children - National Archives and the beginning of the stories
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NAI NAMI: Nairobi Storytelling Tour with Street Children

3.NAI NAMI: Nairobi Storytelling Tour with Street Children

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 792 reviews · from $45

Walk central Nairobi with former street children from Nai Nami, including guides known as Typhoon, Priest, Quick, King, and Tsunami. You’ll visit the National Archives, railway station, Kariokor, Jeevanjee Gardens, and a memorial park, while hearing how the guides survived street life and rebuilt their futures. Local lunch and soft drinks are included.

“Wow this tour was truly humbling. Our guide took us to many spots he grew up on the streets and shared many stories with us. We highly recommend this walking tour to anyone.”

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Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive - Pickup, roads, and the open-roof van
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Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive

4.Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 738 reviews · 5 hours · from $36

Spend five hours exploring Nairobi National Park in an open-roof van or optional safari jeep. Guides such as Edwin, William, Francis, and David focus on finding lions, rhinos, giraffes, buffalo, and birds. Hotel pickup, water, Wi-Fi, and a Maasai market stop are included, but the $80 park fee is extra.

“Tour was solid. I wish I could get closer to the animals, but I understand the safety and liability issues with that.”

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Nairobi: Historic and Modern Highlights Walking Tour - Meeting at Koinange Street and getting your bearings
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Nairobi: Historic and Modern Highlights Walking Tour

5.Historic and Modern Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 703 reviews · 3 hours · from $23

Spend three hours walking Nairobi’s central district with guides such as Jackie, Simon, Jeff, Sharon, or Dennis. Visit markets, monuments, religious sites, and government buildings, taste fruit salad, learn useful Swahili, and finish with city views from the KICC rooftop. Hotel pickup and drop-off are optional, and KICC entry costs extra.

“It was wonderful, I learned a lot of information about the center of Nairobi, visited the local market, took a walk and admired the beautiful views”

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Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park - What happens at the park entrance
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Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

6.Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 594 reviews · from $43

Start early from your Nairobi hotel for a 4 to 5-hour game drive in an open-roof van, with a group of up to 15 people. Look for rhinos, lions, giraffes, birds, and other wildlife beside the city skyline. Guides such as Edwin, David, Joseph, Peter, and Lawrence have earned praise for animal spotting and friendly service. Park entry costs extra.

“Peter was an amazing guide. He tailored the tour to the preferences of the group - taking everyone’s needs and desires into account. He was knowledgeable about the park and efficiently navigated us to where the animals were.”

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3 Days Masai Mara Group Joining - Why three days works better than a day trip
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3 Days Masai Mara Group Joining

7.3 Days Masai Mara Group Joining

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 486 reviews · from $540

Travel from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara for two nights at a safari camp, two shorter game drives, and one full-day drive. A driver-guide leads groups of up to eight people, with most meals, bottled water, hotel pickup from selected hotels, and an optional Maasai village visit included.

“I had an amazing time. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to try this tour. I would definitely try it again.”

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Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour with Options - Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and the milk-feeding ritual
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Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour with Options

8.Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour with Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 457 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $35

Spend a full day around Nairobi with hotel pickup, visiting the Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and Kazuri Beads. You may add Karen Blixen Museum, Bomas of Kenya, or a Nairobi National Park game drive. Guides such as Jonathan, Isaac, and Kelvin are praised for wildlife knowledge and flexible pacing.

“Loved the little elephants - the moment they were running for their milk will forever remain memorable”

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From Nairobi: 3 Days, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Safari - Leaving Nairobi at 8:00 a.m.
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From Nairobi: 3 Days, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Safari

9.3 Days, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Group Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 394 reviews · 3 days · from $199

Join a small group from Nairobi for three days in Maasai Mara, riding in a 4x4 with a pop-up roof and staying in a private tent with a bed, shower, toilet, and evening hot water. Guides such as Sammy, Castro, Paul, and Robert are known for spotting wildlife. Park fees cost extra.

“Our guide, Mr. Samuel, was extremely warm and friendly. His explanations were very professional and patient, and he always answered all of our questions in detail. He did his best to take us to see as many animals as possible, which made the safari experience truly enjoyable. The tent accommodation was better than expected — the bedsheets and blankets were clean, hot water was reliably available in the evenings, and the food was quite good. The kitchen staff were also very welcoming and kind. I would especially like to mention Mr. Thoya from the company, who was incredibly friendly and attentive. He regularly checked in with me to see whether…”

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Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus - The spice market: smells, color, and a chance to ask questions
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Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus

10.Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · from $50

Walk through Mombasa’s Old Town with Humphrey Ndungu or another local guide, visiting the spice market, fish market, Old Port, Hindu temple, Akamba Handicraft, Mombasa Tusks, and Fort Jesus. The tour takes about 2 to 4 hours, moves at your group’s pace, and includes guiding but not Fort Jesus admission.

“Excellent tour!! We learned a lot, very interesting city and history. Guide was excellent! Would definitely recommend.”

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Nairobi National Park 5-hour Guided Game Drive Free Pick up - The 30-minute ride from your hotel to the park gate
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Nairobi National Park 5-hour Guided Game Drive Free Pick up

11.Nairobi National Park 5-hour Guided Game Drive Free Pick up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 367 reviews · 5 hours · from $37

Spend five hours tracking wildlife in Nairobi National Park with hotel pickup, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and a professional guide. Daniel, Linus, Willy, and other guides are praised for spotting animals and explaining park life. Choose a morning or afternoon drive, with private and shared options available.

“I had a wonderful experience at Nairobi National Park. The safari was truly memorable, and I enjoyed every moment of it. The park’s unique setting, with wildlife roaming against the backdrop of the city skyline, made the experience even more special. Our guide Linus was excellent, friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and the park’s ecosystem. He made the entire tour engaging by sharing insights, pointing out wildlife we might have otherwise missed, and answering all our questions with enthusiasm. Overall, it was a great safari and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Nairobi!”

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Nairobi: Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides - Meeting at Prestige Plaza on Ngong Road
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Nairobi: Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides

12.Explore Kibera Slum with Local Guides

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 365 reviews · 3 hours · from $15Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at Prestige Plaza, then explore Kibera with people who live there. You’ll visit a local home, a viewpoint, a handicraft workshop, the KCOOP Community Centre, and a fixed-price souvenir shop. Guides including Erick, Samuel, Benta, and Jack share daily life, local history, and practical insight during this three-hour visit.

“Great tour, good reality check.. Benta was amazing, very thorough in her explanations and no question was too much. The route through the slums and the stops incorporated was perfect; you can't see it all but you definitely get to see enough.”

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Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre - The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and its young elephants
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Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre

13.Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 365 reviews · 6 hours · from $40

Start with a game drive in Nairobi National Park, then visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Kazuri Beads, a local restaurant, and the Giraffe Centre. Guides such as Jonathan, Harrison, Henry, Kevin, and Serem are often praised for animal spotting, safe driving, and helpful photography. Expect a long, full-day outing despite the advertised six hours.

“My wife, my son, and I had an amazing day and saw many beautiful animals. Our guide was attentive, shared lots of interesting facts, and answered all our questions clearly and enthusiastically.”

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Dhow Adventure to Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park - Kisite Marine Park From the Dhow
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Dhow Adventure to Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park

14.Dhow Adventure to Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 337 reviews · 9 hours · from $128

Leave Diani early for a full day aboard a roomy traditional dhow. Expect tea, fruit, two snorkeling stops in Kisite Marine Park, possible dolphins and turtles, a Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island, coral gardens, and the Shimoni slave caves. English, German, French, and Faeroese support is available, with free underwater photos and videos.

“Pick up from the hotel was punctual that made it easy for us to reach the boat. Crew onboard has very good vibes and they work hard to make everyone happy 😁 snorkeling stop was also amazing 🐠 and also we saw dolphins 🐬 surely an activity to do during your stay in Diani! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️”

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1 Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi - Cycling among zebra and giraffe at Hell’s Gate
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1 Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi

15.1 Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 332 reviews · from $110

Leave Nairobi at 7am for Hell’s Gate National Park, where you cycle among zebra, giraffe, gazelle, and more before hiking through dramatic gorges. Guides such as Joash, David, Jaffar, Reagan, and Patrick have earned praise for their care and local insight. Add a Lake Naivasha boat ride for $25 to see hippos and birds.

“Highly recommend this day trip. Harrison was our driver and David our guide, both were fantastic and made for a great experience for a day trip from the city. It was great that it was private, it's a long day so it definitely helped to have a private ride. Harrison was happy to make any stops we needed/requested along the way, and David was especially helpful and patient with me when dealing with some of the heights when hiking at Hells Gate. Favorite part was probably either the echo mountain David showed us at Hells Gate, or the boat ride on the lake (you are definitely missing out if you…”

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Explore Kenya

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The parks

Masai MaraAmboseliLake NakuruTsavoNairobi National Park

Out of Nairobi

Naivasha & Hell’s GateElephants & GiraffesCoffee & Tea FarmsHighland TreksGame Drives

On the coast

MombasaDiani BeachReef SnorkellingDhows & BoatsMalindi

City days

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