Mention the word Nairobi and the word safari immediately comes to mind. It's no surprise, for Nairobi is famous as the safari capital of Africa. Nairobi is the starting point for most tourists on safari tours to Kenya. If you're on your way to Kenya for a safari tour, make it a point to take Nairobi tours, and spend some time exploring the tourist attractions of Nairobi, for the city is well worth a visit.
Nairobi came into existence in 1899, as a construction workers camp. It was first known as Mile 327, and was a supply depot. Since it was an important hub it developed into the capital of British East Africa. Apart from British officials a numbers of explorers and hunters also made Nairobi their base camp as they set out to govern, explore the interior of Africa or capture wildlife.You can learn about the colorful history of Nairobi on Nairobi Tours.
What to see on Nairobi Tours
National Museum: The National Museum is known for its prehistoric gallery where early hominid fossil finds are displayed. An exhibition on Kenyan birds, volcanoes in Kenya and the African Rift Valley as well as a Kenyan Modern Art gallery make it a place to see on tours to Nairobi.
Giraffe Manor: A home for orphaned giraffes, run by Betty and Jock Leslie-Melville is a delightful place to visit on Nairobi tours. You can feed the giraffes and see them from up close at Giraffe Manor on Nairobi Tours.
Karen Blixen Museum: The writer of the autobiographical work Out of Africa, which introduced Kenya to many readers worldwide, is remembered here in the museum that celebrates her work.
The Carnivore: A restaurant that lives up to its name. This landmark in Nairobi offers a menu ranging from Crocodile meat to Zebra meat for the intrepid eater on Nairobi Tours.
Nairobi National Park: A 20-minute drive from Nairobi, Nairobi National Park is home to many species of African Wildlife, including giraffes, rhinos, zebras, lions, cheetahs, various birds and monkeys.
