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The capital of Kenya, Nairobi is situated on the southern highland of the country. Being the principal city, Nairobi is always bustling with social and economic activities. One of the fastest growing cities in Africa, Nairobi has also seen rise in industrial sector. To name a few leading manufacturing industries in Nairobi are textiles, building materials, food and many more. |
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Nairobi
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It is the only capital city in the world where you can come out of an international airport and enter a game reserve within a proximity of 30 minutes. Modern Nairobi is still the safari capital of Africa, but the modern world has quickly caught up with the city. The city has well developed infrastructure and swanky buildings. It has a vibrant nightlife consisting of various hip night clubs and pubs. For gamblers, Nairobi boasts of excellent casinos. The city has numerous numbers of shopping malls such as The Westgate Mall, where most of the international brands are available on offer.
Contrary to the popular belief, Nairobi is a safe city. It is advisable to stay at centrally located hotels, where all the attractions are close-by. |
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Main Attractions
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Giraffe Center: You can hand feed a Giraffe at the center. A fun and learning experience for the kids.
Kenya Wildlife Service: You can adopt an animal, and even get to name it at KWS. And you can take a short safari walk.
Masai Market: Best place to shop for handicrafts and souvenir. Do not forget to bargain.
The Carnivore: Voted as one of the best restaurants in the world at one time, it is truly a mind blowing experience not only for the non-vegetarians.
Masai Market: Go souvenir-hunting at colorful Masai Market. This market is a non-profit initiative seeking to improve the well-being of Kenyan artisans. One can shop for exquisite handicrafts at best prices at this market. |
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Climate & Geography
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Nairobi is situated between cities of Kampala and Mombasa and is edged by Rift Valley. Nairobi enjoys a moderate climate and does not experience extreme weather conditions. The best time to visit Nairobi is between December to March as then the climate is warm and sunny and the maximum temperature is 24ºC. Between June and July the temperature can drop as below as 10ºC. There are mainly two seasons namely, wet season and dry season. |
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Where to Stay in Nai
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The safari capital hotels in Nairobi cater to every need. From budget to luxury hotel, there are enough options for tourists to choose from, depending on the budget. |
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