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Nairobi National Park vs Maasai Mara: 117 km² on the city edge against about 1,510 km² of savanna. Size, distance, Big Five, fees, migration, and self-drive compared.

Is Nairobi National Park worth it? Yes: rhino, lion, and giraffe roam 8 km from the CBD for a half-day ticket. Costs against a longer safari, who it suits, and the drawbacks.

Yes, Nairobi National Park bird watching is excellent: more than 500 species recorded. Standout birds, migrant season, the best spots, and the gear to bring.

Nairobi National Park animals include lion, leopard, buffalo, and black rhino, four of the Big Five, but no elephants. Plains mammals, predators, and the rhino sanctuary.

The best time to visit Nairobi National Park is the dry season, June to October and January to February. Weather by season, rain on the tracks, and the best hour of day.

Nairobi National Park opening hours are 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM every day, Sundays and public holidays included. Holiday crowds, late exits, and overnight exceptions.

How to book Nairobi National Park: buy tickets on KWSPay, add visitors and your vehicle, and pay by M-Pesa or card. The 5 booking steps and what to show at the gate.

Nairobi National Park entry fees: KES 1,000 for East African citizens, KES 1,350 for residents, USD 80 for non-residents. Child rates, free entry, and the combined ticket.

Yes, you can visit Nairobi National Park without a car by KWS shuttle, a private tour, or a hired car with a driver. Fares, pick-up points, and which option suits you.

A Nairobi National Park night game drive runs only with an approved operator and armed KWS rangers. Gate rules, costs, nocturnal animals, and overnight options.