Kenya
Nairobi
Nairobi is the safari capital — a national park inside the city, and the gateway to the Masai Mara.
Nairobi is East Africa's hub — the only city with a national park inside its limits (lions, rhinos, 7km from downtown), the Giraffe Centre, and the gateway to the Masai Mara. Eat nyama choma, see the elephant orphanage, and use it as the start of a Kenya safari. Best June–October for the migration.
How long
2–3 days
Practical
Currency
Kenyan shilling (KES). Cards accepted; carry cash.
Language
Swahili and English (both official).
Getting around
Uber and taxis; don't walk at night.
Budget range
USD 60–140 per person per day at mid-range.
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