Nairobi
Why You Should Visit Nairobi
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The gateway to the wonders of Kenya and beyond
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Nairobi is the home of great historical occurrences, appealing to those interested in the colonial history of Britain in Africa
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A vibrant and energetic city
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Great shopping, a vast array of handcrafted goods and the hub of the African designer scene
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The Giraffe at Giraffe Manor are not to be missed, spend a night and two days in this wonderful family home, now hotel, where the pet giraffes join you for breakfast
A little more about Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya’s capital city and is located in the south of the country. It is a vibrant, colourful city with places of cultural interest to visit, and excellent restaurants to enjoy. Its broad streets, lined with colourful flowers, give rise to descriptions such as 'city of flowers' and 'city in the sun'. The outlying suburbs feature gracious houses set in large gardens. Over the years it has become a more popular city, not just in Kenya but also in the whole of Eastern Africa. It offers Kenyan travellers a range of accommodation to choose from.
For animal enthusiasts there is also the nearby Nairobi National Park, which has an array of flora and fauna including lions, giraffes, impalas and more wild animals in addition to an animal orphanage. Or there is the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant orphanage and the wonderful Giraffe Centre in the suburb of Langatta where the Rothschild giraffe was saved from extinction. There is the opportunity to feed the giraffes and is a perfect place to take children whilst on a family holiday to this magnificent country.
When to go
The best time to visit Kenya is during the months of December to April and August to October when the weather is dry, the sun hot and the roads passable. Kenya experiences its rainiest months from April to July and in the month of November.
For more information on Nairobi, or for advice on your holiday to Kenya, please contact Illona our Kenyan specialist on 01285 650 011.