Nairobi location tour
Hourly Tours
Nairobi: Green Bus City Sightseeing Tour
Experience Nairobi on wheels. Our city sightseeing bus tour offers a thrilling loop through the "Green City in the Sun" visiting iconic landmarks with expert guides and vibrant street views.
Duration
Approx.
4 hours
Departure time
Local time
15:00
Meeting point
Pickup / start location
CJ's Koinange
Overview
Many travelers hesitate to explore African cities on foot due to safety concerns. While security is relative across the globe, we provide peace of mind. Our Nairobi City Van/Bus Tour offers enhanced security and relaxation, allowing you to soak in the "Green City in the Sun" from the comfort of an enclosed, air-conditioned vehicle. A knowledgeable local guide joins you to narrate Nairobi’s rich history and culture, ensuring a smooth and safe experience from start to finish.
Nairobi is a city of contrasts. We explore both the polished "Uptown" and the high-energy "Downtown." While we stay inside the vehicle in the bustling downtown area to ensure your comfort amidst the heavy crowds, you will still witness the raw, authentic pulse of the city.
We take a guided walk through a vibrant local market. Here, you can sample a fresh fruit salad, browse colorful flowers, or pick up unique handmade souvenirs.
We ascend the iconic KICC (Kenyatta International Convention Centre). From the rooftop, you can enjoy a cool breeze and a 360-degree view of the skyline, including Parliament, Karura Forest, Upperhill, Westlands, and even Nairobi National Park. The KICC stop includes access to clean restrooms, ATMs, and a café.
Finally, we drive through Kibera, one of the city's most famous neighborhoods. This part of the journey offers a moving look at the beauty of humble, everyday life. You will see children playing, women sharing a laugh, and men working with incredible dedication. While we remain on the bus to respect the privacy of the residents, you will feel the undeniable spirit and vibrant energy of this community as we pass through.
This tour is the ideal choice for travellers with physical challenges or those who prefer a less strenuous alternative to a walking tour.
What the package covers
Pickup and Drop-off
Safe Bottled Water
WiFi
Knowledgable Guide
About this activity
Duration
4
Starting time
15:00
Meeting point
CJ's Koinange
Live tour guide
English-speaking local guide in Nairobi.
Ticket type
Mobile or printed ticket accepted. PDF is sent after booking.
Group type
Small-group location tour suitable for first-time visitors.
Itinerary
Times and exact order may vary slightly depending on traffic and opening hours, but a typical route for this nairobi location tour looks like this:
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Tour Briefing
10 minutes
We stop at CJs restaurant for a tour briefing and early bathroom break. Those wishing to get a snack before the tour can do it here. Those wishing to get some money from the ATM ca... We stop at CJs restaurant for a tour briefing and early bathroom break. Those wishing to get a snack before the tour can do it here. Those wishing to get some money from the ATM can do so here too.
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Nairobi's History
20 minutes
We walk to Jeevanjee Garden where we learn the history of Nairobi including how it grew as a railway halt and how the indians and the europeans contributed to its development. We g... We walk to Jeevanjee Garden where we learn the history of Nairobi including how it grew as a railway halt and how the indians and the europeans contributed to its development. We get to see some old architecture as we dive into the city. The walk here is easy and safe.
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Nairobi City Market Stroll
40 minutes
We take a guided walk through a vibrant local market. Here, you can sample a fresh fruit salad, browse colorful flowers, or pick up unique handmade souvenirs. We take a guided walk through a vibrant local market. Here, you can sample a fresh fruit salad, browse colorful flowers, or pick up unique handmade souvenirs.
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Uptown Drive Through
30 minutes
We drive through modern architectures in the city as we view historical monuments and building such as the jamia mosque, McMillan Memorial Library, Bank of India, Askari Monument,... We drive through modern architectures in the city as we view historical monuments and building such as the jamia mosque, McMillan Memorial Library, Bank of India, Askari Monument, Stanley Hotel, Dedan Kimathi Statue, old Hilton Building, Kencom, Supreme Court, Governors office, Holy Family Basilica catholic church, parliament and other government buildings e.t,c
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KICC Helipad Ascend
40 minutes
We ascend the iconic KICC (Kenyatta International Convention Centre). From the rooftop, you can enjoy a cool breeze and a 360-degree view of the skyline, including Parliament, Karu... We ascend the iconic KICC (Kenyatta International Convention Centre). From the rooftop, you can enjoy a cool breeze and a 360-degree view of the skyline, including Parliament, Karura Forest, Upperhill, Westlands, and even Nairobi National Park. The KICC stop includes access to clean restrooms, ATMs, and a café.
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Downtown Drive Through
30 minutes
Drive through the crowded streets of downtown seeing Kenyans on the move and hustling hard Drive through the crowded streets of downtown seeing Kenyans on the move and hustling hard
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Drive through the Suburbs
30 minutes
We drive through westlands, through state house and the posh estate of Kileleshwa and Kilimani where we tell you about the wealth distribution of Nairobians. We drive through westlands, through state house and the posh estate of Kileleshwa and Kilimani where we tell you about the wealth distribution of Nairobians.
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Kibera Drive Through
30 minutes
Finally, we drive through Kibera, one of the city's most famous neighborhoods. It is the biggest slum in Africa. This part of the journey offers a moving look at the beauty of humb... Finally, we drive through Kibera, one of the city's most famous neighborhoods. It is the biggest slum in Africa. This part of the journey offers a moving look at the beauty of humble, everyday life. You will see children playing, women sharing a laugh, and men working with incredible dedication. While we remain on the bus to respect the privacy of the residents, you will feel the undeniable spirit and vibrant energy of this community as we pass through.
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Drop off
10 minutes
We drop you back to CJs in the city or where convenient for you. We drop you back to CJs in the city or where convenient for you.
What's included
Pickup and Drop-off
Safe Bottled Water
WiFi
Knowledgable Guide
What's excluded
KICC Entry Ticket
Gratuities
Additional information
- If you book the tour a few hours or minutes to the start, text the company immediately.
- Please bear with us regarding Nairobi’s traffic; while we plan carefully, delays can happen unexpectedly though we take advantage to answer general questions about Kenya.
- KICC Rooftop Fee: Please have $4 (approx. 500 KES) ready for the KICC entrance fee. This must be paid via credit or debit card or Mpesa. They do not accept cash. This fee is not included in the tour price because KICC is sometimes closed abruptly for private government functions or presence of VIPs.
- We add value to the experience by paying for most of the experiences in the tour such as fruit salad, Kenyan/local restaurant experience, shoe cleaning and bottled water.
- To ensure a relaxed experience, please avoid wearing flashy or valuable jewelry that may draw unnecessary attention. While your guides prioritize safe routes, we ask that you remain mindful of your personal belongings. Please note that we will not be held liable for lost or stolen items.
- Kindly be considerate of the other persons sharing the tour.
- Kindly note that smoking in public spaces within the city is strictly illegal and may result in fines or arrest by city authorities.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience's start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.