Start your honeymoon exploring the nature trails and waterfalls of Karura Forest Reserve. The park is known for its breathtaking scenery and unique selection of wildlife. Take a guided tour or simply stroll the many paths with your partner and enjoy the tranquillity of nature.
This wildlife sanctuary allows visitors to get up close and personal with young elephants, rescued from the wild, while they are being rehabilitated. You can watch them during feeding time and enjoy seeing them play in the mud. It's an unforgettable and heartwarming experience.
A magical experience awaits when you are face to face with the gentle giants. The Giraffe Centre in Nairobi provides visitors with the rare opportunity to meet and feed the Giraffes. You can also take a guided tour of the adjacent nature trail, spot different birds and see many other animals .
A chance to experience the dramatic African landscapes and wildlife, the Maasai Mara national reserve is a honeymoon destination like no other. A must-visit, event if is for just a day trip. The world-renowned reserve occupies an area of 583 square miles, and the best time to visit is between July and October, to see the great migration of wildebeests crossing the Mara River.
Spend the last day of your honeymoon taking in the sites of Nairobi National park. It's one of a kind National parks as it is situated on the border of the city. With its unique location, you will experience stunning wildlife, Habitat and a great view of the skyline. Come and spot the big five, impalas, zebras, ostriches and more.
For getting around Nairobi, visitors can use various options like Public buses locally known as "matatus", Uber, and private taxis. All of these modes are affordable, and it is recommended to use metered taxis or a pre-negotiated fee to avoid overcharging by drivers. For day 4 to the Mara, it is best to fly or rent a car as it is further outside Nairobi.
Nairobi has two airports; one is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) located 10.9 miles from the city centre. The other is Wilson Airport (WIL), located within the city and mainly used for domestic flights.
For an immersive experience, visitors can extend their trip to other locations such as Lake Nakuru National Park, Malindi or Mombasa. Also, note that October to January is the short rainy season for Nairobi, so bring necessary rain gear.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is the largest airport in Kenya and serves Nairobi City. It is located 10.9 miles from the city centre. Domestic flights are handled through Wilson Airport in the city centre, about 4 miles southwest of the city's business district.