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Game Drives in Kenya: 15 Worth the Early Start

37 tours  ·  from $25

Dawn and late afternoon are the hours that matter, and the rest is the vehicle and the park. The 15 below compare half-days, full days and the night drives, each priced and timed.

Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive - Four hours among lions, rhinos, and city towers
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Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive

1.Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive

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

Spend about five hours exploring Nairobi National Park in an open-roof van or private safari jeep. Guides such as Edwin, William, Francis, and David are praised for sharp animal spotting and easygoing commentary. Expect lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, birds, and city views, followed by coffee and Maasai shopping.

“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 National Park 5-hour Guided Game Drive Free Pick up - Hotel pickup keeps the morning simple
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Nairobi National Park 5-hour Guided Game Drive Free Pick up

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

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

Spend five hours searching Nairobi National Park for lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, birds, and more with hotel pickup, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and a live guide. Daniel, Linus, Willy, and other guides are praised for spotting wildlife and finding good viewing points. Entry fees are extra.

“I booked the tour on last minute and glad that there was a spot for me. Our tour guide and driver Linus was very responsive, punctual. Due to the weather I had a thought we woudn’t be able to see any wild animals but luckily with the enthusiasm and agile of Linus, I could see more than I expected!”

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3 Days Gamedrive Safari In Masai Mara From Nairobi - Day two: the main safari day
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3 Days Gamedrive Safari In Masai Mara From Nairobi

3.3 Days Gamedrive Safari In Masai Mara From Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $555Top rated

Travel from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara for three game-drive days, including a full day near the Mara River and Serengeti border. You’ll share a group of up to eight, sleep in a self-contained tent, and eat included meals. Guides such as Kevin and Khalifa are praised for sharp animal spotting and calm driving.

“The right amount of safari time. The camp grounds are clean with good food quality (no wifi, specific hours for electricity, 24/7 hot water, and very very friendly staff). Our guide [Kevin] was smart, professional, easy-going, and really energetic about us having a good time.”

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Nairobi National Park Daily Game drives. - A four-hour route with room for wildlife stops
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Nairobi National Park Daily Game drives.

4.Nairobi National Park Daily Game drives.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 205 reviews · from $60

You’ll spend about four hours in Nairobi National Park in an air-conditioned 4x4 with an open roof and a professional guide. Early starts with guides such as Peter, Pius, Sugow, Jackson, and Yesla are popular for sunrise, rhinos, lions, giraffes, hippos, and crocodiles. Hotel pickup may be available, but entrance fees and water should be confirmed before you go.

“Mustafa was super chill and respectful of the animals. He could sight them from real far away. Thanks for a memorable game drive, my friend.”

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5Hrs Nairobi National Park MorningEvening gamedrive 4x4 vehicle - Morning timing and the search for lions
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5Hrs Nairobi National Park MorningEvening gamedrive 4×4 vehicle

5.5Hrs Nairobi National Park MorningEvening gamedrive 4×4 vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · from $40

Spend four to six hours exploring Nairobi National Park in a 4x4 vehicle with a guide such as Willy, Brian, or Felix. Look for lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, birds, and other wildlife, then visit the Ivory Burning Site and Kazuri Beads factory. Pickup and airport drop-off are available, but park entry costs extra.

“We got to see a bunch of wildlife. Pick up and drop-off was customized to my needs, so I did not need any other transport to get there or to get to the airport after. Fortunately another group had missed the trip, so we had plenty of room in what would otherwise be a quite Read more”

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Nairobi National Park game drive. Free Airport pick / drop off. - Entering Nairobi National Park
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Nairobi National Park game drive. Free Airport pick / drop off.

6.Nairobi National Park game drive. Free Airport pick / drop off.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $61

Spend about four hours looking for lions, black rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and birds in Nairobi National Park, only a short ride from the capital. Morning and afternoon departures are available, with pickup from your hotel, residence, or airport. Guides such as Alex and Wellington are praised for spotting animals and explaining the park.

“I spent an amazing 4 hours in Nairobi National Park with my excellent driver and guide Alex. He went beyond his duty to make the experience one of the most memorable in my life.”

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Nairobi: Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive - Pickup, transfers, and the first part of the day
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Nairobi: Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive

7.Nairobi: Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 36 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $36

Join Safari Ride Expeditions for a 4 to 5-hour Nairobi National Park game drive with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and bottled water. You may see rhinos, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and more. Guides such as Paul, Peter, and Wellington have led recent trips. Airport pickup costs an extra $25.

“Paul the guide was friendly and arrived promptly but the van was terrible. seat belts didn't work. dusty amd torn seats and old very old van. creaky and just not road worthy really. Do not go with afternoon drive go with a morning drive and demand for a 4 x4 jeep and see the photo of car first. Sadly didn't meet expecting as national park didn't have many animals. go to mara instead.”

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Nairobi National Park Half Day Game Drive Tour With Free WIFI - Morning or afternoon: choosing your departure
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Nairobi National Park Half Day Game Drive Tour With Free WIFI

8.Nairobi National Park Half Day Game Drive Tour With Free WIFI

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $41

Spend about four hours on a guided game drive in Nairobi National Park, just outside Kenya’s capital. Hotel pickup, a 4WD van, bottled water, WiFi, and a beads factory visit are included. Guides such as Willy, Wellington, and Kelvin are praised for sharp animal spotting and patient service. Park admission, lunch, and gratuity cost extra.

“We went on the AM trip with Willy. He was extremely personable and knowledgeable. He was prompt at pickup and made sure we had everything we needed to have an amazing time! I will use this company in the future!”

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Half day wildlife tour to Nairobi National Park Game Drive with Pickup/Drop off - Pickup from your hotel, apartment, or airport
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Half day wildlife tour to Nairobi National Park Game Drive with Pickup/Drop off

9.Half day wildlife tour to Nairobi National Park Game Drive with Pickup/Drop off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $45

You’ll spend about four hours searching Nairobi National Park for lions, rhinos, zebras, crocodiles, elephants, birds, and other wildlife from an open-roof 4WD van. A licensed English-speaking guide such as Steven or Steve handles the drive, hotel, apartment, or airport pickup, bottled water, photo stops, and a visit to the Ivory Burning Site. Park entry is extra and paid online.

“Very nice tour. Steven was a very professional driver and guide. We spotted a lot of wild animals, including lions.”

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Nairobi: National Park Early Morning or Afternoon Game Drive - Pickup from hotels, neighborhoods, and the airport
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Nairobi: National Park Early Morning or Afternoon Game Drive

10.Nairobi: National Park Early Morning or Afternoon Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 5 hours · from $30Best value

Leave Nairobi by hotel or airport pickup for a 4 to 5-hour outing, including about 3 hours of intensive game viewing in a pop-up-roof van. An English-speaking guide searches for lions, rhinos, buffalo, cheetahs, elephants, and other wildlife. The park is only about 10 minutes from the city center, making this a smart short-visit safari.

“The car driver was very friendly! The track very pleasant !”

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Nairobi: National Park Early Morning or Afternoon Game Drive - Pickup from hotels, neighborhoods, and the airport
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Nairobi National Park Early Morning or Afternoon Game Drive

11.Nairobi National Park Early Morning or Afternoon Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $50

Join a professional driver-guide, with Steve among the named guides, for a morning or afternoon drive in Nairobi National Park. Search for rhinos, lions, giraffes, zebra, ostriches, buffalo, hippos, and other wildlife, then visit the Ivory burning site monument and hippo pool trails. Transport, bottled water, and onboard WiFi are included, but park entry costs extra.

“The rhinos, large groups of ostriches, 2 young lions with mother, jackals, groups of giraffes, friendly guide.”

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5 Hours Nairobi National Park Game Drive Tour 4x4 Open Roof - Three ecosystems in a compact park
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5 Hours Nairobi National Park Game Drive Tour 4×4 Open Roof

12.5 Hours Nairobi National Park Game Drive Tour 4×4 Open Roof

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · from $80

Start with hotel pickup in Nairobi and reach the park in about 15 minutes from the city center. In an open-roof 4x4, search for lions, rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, ostriches, hippos, and other animals at sunrise. Guides such as James and Watson have earned praise for sharp spotting and friendly service. Park entry costs $43 extra.

“We saw a lot of animals. The extras aren't incredibly cheap, but both were worth it. Our guide was really nice and took us to the best places as quickly as possible. The tour took about 6.5 hours. You have to plan enough time in between, but it's definitely worth it.”

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Nairobi National Park Guided Half Day Tour Game Drive- FREE WIFI - Four hours among Nairobi’s wildlife
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Nairobi National Park Guided Half Day Tour Game Drive- FREE WIFI

13.Nairobi National Park Guided Half Day Tour Game Drive- FREE WIFI

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $52

Start with hotel, airport, apartment, or Airbnb pickup, then spend about four hours in Nairobi National Park in an open-roof safari van. Look for lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, jackal, monkeys, and other wildlife with a professional driver-guide. An open-sided jeep upgrade is available, and the park entrance fee is extra.

“It was a nice half day trip, you can see easily see 3 out of the big fives there. It was worth it. I recomend it.”

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Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive - Four hours among lions, rhinos, and city towers
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Nairobi National Park Half-day Game Drive

14.Nairobi National Park Half-day Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $44

Spend about five hours exploring Nairobi National Park with a driver-guide, looking for lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and birds only minutes from downtown. Morning, afternoon, and evening departures are available. Hotel pickup, bottled water, WiFi, and a Kobe Beads Factory visit are included, but the park entry fee is paid separately at the gate.

“A great tour of Nairobi National Park with Kelvin! He was punctual, friendly, and very knowledgeable. We were so lucky to see a lioness hunting! Kelvin's enthusiasm and storytelling made the experience even better. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Nairobi.”

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Nairobi National Park 6 am Group Joining Game drive. - The 6 am pickup and ride to the gate
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Nairobi National Park 6 am Group-Joining Game Drive

15.Nairobi National Park 6 am Group-Joining Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $40

Join a 6 am group game drive through Nairobi National Park for about four hours of wildlife viewing in an open-roof 4x4 van. Your guide may help track rhinos, lions, and other animals, with Steve praised for careful spotting. Pickup and drop-off are included, while park entry is paid separately by credit card.

“Steve was a great guide/driver! We already went to the Maasai Mara Reserve so we specifically wanted to see if we could spot a lion cub and couple other animals we didn't see earlier. He made sure to track most of them down for us!”

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