Transit visa necessity A transit visa is granted for a duration that does not surpass 72 hours. It can be submitted online via evisa. Essential Criteria A travel document must be valid for at least six months. A ticket for a journey that takes you there and back again. Transit passenger mini expedition itinerary Estimated time 4 HOURS Your journey begins with a pick-up from the airport, leading you on an exciting drive to Nairobi National Park through the east gate. Nairobi National Park is a thrilling haven teeming with wildlife. With a rich diversity, the area boasts over 100 species of mammals and reptiles, alongside more than 400 species of birds. Here, you can encounter the magnificent four of the : the Lion, Leopard, Rhino, and Buffalo. One of the essential destinations is the site where elephant tusks and rhino horns have been set ablaze by Kenyan presidents, symbolizing the nation's dedication to combat poaching. You will also embark on a journey to explore the park's rich array of wildlife. Following the tour, you will embark on your journey back to the airport. That marks the conclusion of the Transit passenger mini safari in Nairobi. Primary Location: Nairobi National Park
½-Day Transit Passenger Mini Safari Nairobi
Uganda: Private tour • 1 day
Tour overview
Searching for an exhilarating experience while you find yourself at JKIA airport in Nairobi? Why not embark on a transit passenger mini safari at the nearby Nairobi National Park – the sole wildlife park located in the very heart of a bustling capital city! Explore vast grasslands, acacia thickets, and a remarkable variety of wildlife including black rhinos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, buffaloes, and giraffes. This incredible journey is paired with breathtaking vistas of vibrant city skyscrapers.
Safari Highlights
- Day ½: Arrival and Transfer to Nairobi National Park
Your 1-day Kenya safari, day by day
Each day below shows where you go, what you experience, and where you can stay—luxury, mid-range, and budget lodge options included.
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- Main destination
- Nairobi National Park
Inclusions & exclusions
| What's included |
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| Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala |
| Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, fuel, and professional English-speaking guide |
| Accommodation and meals as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary |
| National park entrance fees and ranger guide fees on included activities |
| Bottled drinking water during road transfers |
| Rhino tracking activity at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where included on the route |
| What's not included |
|---|
| International flights to and from Uganda |
| Uganda visa fees and travel insurance |
| Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff |
| Personal expenses (laundry, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, etc.) |
| Optional activities not listed in the itinerary |
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- Tour type: Uganda: Private tour • 1 day
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