Here is a list of picnic sites in Nairobi National Park. Nairobi National Park is a short drive out of Nairobi’s central business district. Wide open grass plains and the backdrop of the city scrapers and scattered acacia bush play host to a wide variety of wildlife.
Nairobi is the only city in the world with a National park on its doorstep. Because of its proximity, the park is ideal for a day or half-day safari. Do you want to get up close and personal with lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, and rhinos, or do you want to explore nature? Nairobi National Park will meet your needs. Visitors can also enjoy the park’s picnic sites, three campsites, and walking trails for hikers.
List Of Picnic Sites In Nairobi National Park
1. Kingfisher Picnic Site
The Kingfisher picnic site is located in the vast plains of Nairobi National Park’s southwestern end. Kingfisher is a riverside picnic area in Nairobi National Park with a green lawn during the rainy season. The picnic area is a lovely open space with seating, bonfire pits, and two bandas. The location is ideal for camping, birthday cake sharing, outdoor photography, and barbecues. However, you must have your cooking supplies. There is also a small roadside parking lot, two toilets, and a sink and tap on the property. The Kingfisher picnic area is well-known for its early morning breakfasts and views of animals coming to drink from the nearby river.
2. Impala Observation Point & Picnic Site
The Impala Viewpoint picnic area is high on a hill, just minutes from the main gate. It features a stone-built rondavel with panoramic views and a picnic area (with restrooms). The best view is from the Impala picnic area, which has raised ground from its highest point; it provides the best view of Nairobi National Park and Nairobi Cint. You can bring your grill and favorite food and drink and host a party for your friends and family. This is ideal for a surprise birthday party.
3. Ivory Burning Site & Picnic Area
The location is inside the main Langata Road gate of Nairobi National Park. You can find three piles of ivory ash at the Ivory Memorial Burning Site. This site marks a significant milestone in conservation history. In 1989, Kenyan President Daniel Arap Moi made a dramatic statement against poachers by burning 11 tonnes of seized ivory. This event helped improve Kenya’s conservation image during a time when East African wildlife was being devastated by rampant poaching, and it is widely credited with helping to turn the tide against poaching in the country.
In 2011, President Kibaki burned five tonnes of ivory. In 2016, President Uhuru Kenyatta oversaw the incineration of 100 tonnes of ivory at the same site, equivalent to the tusks of 6,000 elephants, representing 5% of global ivory stocks. The location is also ideal for picnics and other outdoor events.
4. Mokoiyet Picnic Site
A large cliff-top field is adjacent to Nairobi National Park’s Mbagathi River Gorge. It is a pleasant picnic area with tables and benches. Mokoiyet Picnic Site is a pleasant picnic area with tables and benches. There are also shaded thatched huts, restrooms, and a large parking area. Furthermore, the Mokoiyet Picnic Site offers stunning views of the Bangathi River and Gorges, home to Rock Hyrax. Go on picnics, barbecues, and other bush functions; bring your cooking equipment and food. At the site, you can go game viewing and bird watching.
5. Hippo Pool Picnic Site
Hippo Pool is a beautiful park near Maasai Gate and the Rongai River. It has a trekking trail, which is about 2.5 kilometres long. Clients can disembark from their safari vehicles and hike along the Bangathi River. Nonetheless, sightings of large crocodiles, hippos, and other wildlife are common. Curios and Bracelets can also be purchased at the Masai Gate.
NOTE: You must pay the entrance fee to Nairobi National Park to access any of these picnic sites.
Nairobi National Park Entry Fees
High Season (July–February)
| EAC Citizen/Resident (Ksh) | Charges |
| Adult | Ksh 2,000 |
| Child/Student | Ksh 500 |
| Rest of Africa (US$) | |
| Adult | 50 USD |
| Child/Student | 20 USD |
| International Visitors (US$) | |
| Adult | 100 USD |
| Child/Student | 35 USD |
Low Season (March–June)
| EAC Citizen/Resident (Ksh) | Charges |
| Adult | Ksh 2000 |
| Child/Student | Ksh 500 |
| Rest of Africa (US$) | |
| Adult | 25 USD |
| Child/Student | 10 USD |
| International Visitors (US$) | |
| Adult | 100 USD |
| Child/Student | 20 USD |
Nairobi National Park Opening Hours
If you want to go on a game drive in the park, you should know the opening hours to avoid inconveniences. Every day from 6 am to 6.30 pm, the park is open. Some tour companies, however, offer night game drives beginning at 7 pm. The vehicles used for night game drives are outfitted with powerful lights to allow for proper nighttime sightseeing.
Nairobi National Park Contacts
Contact: 020 2423423, 020 2587435
Email: nnp@kws.go.ke
