Kenya day trips can be exciting and fun as they offer tourists a range of activities that let them get a true experience of this beautiful country. Here are some great day trip options when visiting Kenya.

Nairobi National Park

A tour of the Nairobi National Park, located a few km from the bustling city center is a great day trip idea. This unique wildlife sanctuary includes more than 50 species of mammals. The park is one of the most popular rhino sanctuaries in Kenya where tourists can be sure of seeing the famous black rhinos. It also has a wide range of birdlife that includes around 400 species. The tour may even include a visit to the animal orphanage which is located in the national park. Tourists can see orphaned or wounded animals like leopards, lions, cranes, baboons, antelopes and other animals being cared for here. The tour of this park is approximately 4 hours and costs around $100.

Mamba Village Afternoon Visit

Equip yourself with a camera for a tour of the Mamba Village located in Nyali, Mombasa. This is the largest crocodile farm in East Africa. Ensure that your visit coincides with the feeding time that is 5 p.m. A tour of this place is ideal for adults and kids as they can learn about the behavior and life cycle of these fascinating creatures. Also included in this tour is the botanical garden in the area that offers breathtaking views. Tours of Mamba Village usually depart at 3 p.m. from most centrally situated Mombasa hotels. The tour costs less than $50 and lasts for 3 hours.

Safari at Shimba Hills

You will have to get up early for this tour as the departure time is around 7:30 a.m. The Shimba Hills National Reserve is situated about 40 km south of Mombasa. This tour offers a wonderful chance to join a game viewing safari, including Maasai giraffes, leopards, elephants, warthogs, monkeys, ostriches, zebras and antelopes. However, the main attraction of this wildlife population is the unusual sable antelope. Cost of this tour is around $100 and it lasts for 8 to 9 hours. Most tours serve lunch at the Shimba Lodge which overlooks a water hole that is frequented by elephants.

Mombasa City Tour

You can get a private Mombasa city tour that will take you to some of the best places in this old colorful city. Protecting this harbor is Fort Jesus which was built 400 years ago by the Portuguese. This old Arab town includes balconies hanging over streets and elaborate hand carved doors. The tour will take you to a bustling vegetable and fruit market that has been operating since colonial times. You will also be taken to the Bamburi Nature Trail which now includes a wildlife and fish breeding park. The tour costs about $100 and lasts for 4 hours.