Nairobi

The journey begins

Private jet to Nairobi

Nairobi combines a capital-city stay with wildlife close to the urban area. It is also a gateway for Kenyan safaris, with international arrivals and smaller safari flights often using different airports.

Where to land for Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International is the principal international jet gateway. Wilson handles many regional and safari connections; changing airports requires a separate road transfer, and the onward aircraft may have different luggage and operating requirements.

The operating carrier should confirm aircraft suitability, handling, permissions and the onward transfer for your itinerary.

What to do in Nairobi

Nairobi National Park offers a wildlife outing close to the capital, while Karura Forest provides a different outdoor setting. Add a museum or neighbourhood dining visit rather than treating Nairobi only as a safari connection. Keep arrival-day plans modest when the trip also involves changing airports.

• Nairobi National Park

• The Karen Blixen Museum

• Karura Forest

Best time to visit Nairobi

January–February and June–September are often useful drier windows. Nairobi's altitude keeps it cooler than the coast; the long rains commonly fall around March–May.