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Nairobi National Park is a unique park as it is the only protected area in the world within the proximity of a capital city with a wide variety of animals and bird species. It is a key attraction for visitors, residents, and citizens living in Nairobi.
Nairobi National Park's unique ecosystem includes the predominant open grass plains with scattered acacia bush. The western side has a highland dry forest and a permanent river with a riverine forest in the south. In addition, there are stretches of broken bush country, deep, rocky valleys, and gorges with scrub and long grass. To the south of the park, the Athi-Kapiti Plains and Kitengela Migration Corridor act as vital areas for herbivore's dispersal during the rainy seasons. The diversity of the environment makes it possible for many different types of wildlife to coexist. Artificial dams attract water herbivores, certain species of birds, and other aquatic biomes.
Nairobi National Park is one of the most successful of Kenya's rhino sanctuaries that is already generating a stock for reintroduction in the species' former range and other upcoming sanctuaries. It has a rich birdlife with over 400 species recorded.
Wildlife: Major wildlife attractions are black rhino, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, buffalos, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, elands, crocodile, and hippo (no elephants).
Birds: The park has a diverse birdlife with over 400 species recorded. At least 20 of them are seasonal European migrants.
By Road: The park is located approximately 7 km from the city center and easily accessible on tarmac roads, mainly through Lang'ata' Road.
By Air: You can access the park through the nearest airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport.
Park Entry Fees: Check the Kenya Wildlife Service website for check prices.
Park Size: 117 square km sq. Km
Park Gates: The park has seven gates. The main gate is at KWS headquarters on Lang'ata' Road.
Climate: January - March is hot and dry; April - June is hot and wet; July - October is hot and wet.
When is the best time to visit Nairobi National Park?
All year round.
Nairobi National Park Safari Walk, Langata Road, Nairobi, Kenya
Monday
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Nov 5, 2024 1:23 am local time
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