The exciting places and destinations to visit in
Nairobi have varied tourist attractions and fees charged, but one thing is for sure
that you will have a wonderful time in whichever site you choose to visit
depending on your taste and preference. Below is a continuation of the awesome attractions in Nairobi, places worth visiting while in Nairobi.
Nairobi National Park
Nairobi being a Holiday destination in Kenya, the Nairobi National Park is among Nairobi's top tourist attractions, it is very unique
with a variety of animals and birds and is a principal attraction for visitors
to Nairobi.
Tourist Attractions and Holiday Events
The park has a diversity of
environments with characteristic fauna and flora. In addition, there are rocky
valleys and man-made dams that have added a further habitat favorable to
certain species of birds and also attract water dependent herbivores during the
dry season.
Nairobi National Park is one of the
most successful of Kenya's rhino sanctuaries. There are also large predators
like Lions, leopards, hyenas and cheetahs among other animals. The herbivores
there include eland, buffalo, zebra and wildebeest.
Locating Nairobi National Park
To visit the site using public
means; Board Matatu No.15 at
Bus Station (BS) near Afya Centre, or Matatu
No.125, 126 from Railways Station.
Entry Requirements
The
Park is accessed at a fee, for more information please visit their website.
National Archives
This
centrally located collection contains historic photographs, Kenyan crafts and
paintings which are its main attractions.
Ngong Hills
It is a very popular weekend
destination for visitors. It is a tourist attraction site in Nairobi and Kenya as a whole. Take a vacation or weekend break and visit Ngong Hills as it has so many events in Nairobi.
Tourist Attractions and Holiday Events
It is ideal for people coming to take
walks, picnic or worship on the hills. Professional and amateur runners will
also be found in the morning jogging up and down the steep slopes.
Locating Ngong Hills
If using public means from Nairobi to
visit the site, board matatu No.111 from Railway Station terminus. You can then
walk or hire a boda boda (motorbike) to get to Ngong Police Station, the
starting point for this hike.
Entry Requirements
There is a fee per person to be paid to
Kenya Wildlife Service at their office near the Ngong Police Station, or at the
KWS barrier on the trail.
Caution: When visiting Ngong
Hills please be cautious as security is a major concern, there have been
reported incidents of criminals attacking visitors. It would be advisable to get armed escort
from the KWS rangers.
Oloolua Nature Trail
Oloolua
forest is home to the Institute of Primate Research (IPR). It provides an oasis of tranquility for city
residents looking to escape the city hustle and bustle.
Tourist Attractions and Holiday Events
The
activities include short hike, jog along the trail, or just for a relaxing picnic.
Organized groups also come to learn about environmental conservation through
guided tours in the forest. There is a cave, a papyrus swamp further down the
river and a secure campsite complete with tap water, drop toilets, and firewood
for lighting a bonfire but you will have to bring your own tent, food and
cooking utensils though. There is also is a 20-foot waterfall close to the
forest entrance.
Locating Oloolua
Nature Trail
Oloolua Nature Trail is located
in Karen. For those who would like to visit the site using public means; board Matatu No.24 at Railways Bus Terminus
or at Kencom House bus terminus and alight at the
junction of Bogani Road and Karen Road near Karen Blixen Museum. Oloolua Nature Trail is 600 meters to your
left.
When to Visit
The
Nature Trail can be visited any day from 9a.m to 6p.m
Entry
Requirements
There
is a fee charged for one to enter, the fee is varied on whether one is a
citizen, student or Resident. The fee is also charged depending on whether
people are going to camp, Team building, or other activities such as church,
commercial, meetings, parties e.t.c
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