Common Mistakes to Avoid While Visiting Nairobi National Park

Kenya is known worldwide for its beautiful national parks and diverse ecology. It is the only park in the world that is located within a major city. It is located alongside Nairobi’s Langata Road and only 7 km away from the CBD which makes it an obvious choice for day tours.
You can visit this park even if you are on a one-day business trip. After the meeting in the morning, you can join a half-day tour of the Nairobi National Park in the afternoon which will be literally a few km away from your hotel room. So if you are planning to visit this beautiful national park soon, we have listed some common mistakes that you should avoid while your trip.

Choosing the wrong vehicle
Choosing a vehicle may seem like a minor thing however it has the potential to make or break your trip to Nairobi national park. The right vehicle ensures your safety as you are not allowed to walk around the park on your foot. The right vehicle allows you to experience the wonders of the park without compromising your safety. Keep the car’s height in mind as it can be a hurdle for you while viewing animals. Go for an open-roof vehicle to catch sight of all the animals so that you can take good photos. Make sure not to step out of the vehicle as it take endanger your as well as others' life.

Not hiring a guide
Although Nairobi National Park Authorities have done a great job by putting up signage of routes, to help people all around, if you don’t have a guide, you may get lost. An experienced guide can help you to find animals as they know their way around the park. Moreover, they communicate with their counterparts in the park using radio which helps them to find animals.

Not dressing up properly
Don’t forget that you are going to a forest. This place can have many kinds of insects that can harmful to you. So when you are going on the Nairobi National Park day trip, make sure to wear clothes that can cover most of your body. Most importantly, check yourself after the trip and shake your clothes. This will help you avoid carrying any unwanted visitors home.

Failing to go with the flow
At some point, you may feel that things aren’t working the way you want. However, at the end of the day, what matters is the experience you have.  So make sure to go with the flow and don’t expect much. Just be patient while enjoying whatever comes your way.
We are ending this blog here with the hope that you avoid the above-mentioned mistakes. If you still have any more doubts or concerns, feel free to get in touch with the experts.