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The Green City in the Sun

Your Nairobi
Guide.

21–24 September 2026 · Nairobi, Kenya

You’re here for business.
Stay for the experience.

A curated insider’s guide to dining, wildlife, art, culture, wellness, adventure and easy escapes from Nairobi.

Curated by Infinite Planners

01 — Welcome to Nairobi

The Green City
in the Sun.

A city where business, nature and culture sit remarkably close together.

  • Wildlife on your doorstepA national park beside the city skyline.
  • Culture around every cornerKenyan art, design, food and innovation.
  • A city of contrastsA boardroom in the morning. A memorable dinner at night.

The Green City in the Sun

02 — Your Home in Nairobi

Stay close
to the forest.

Kwetu Nairobi, Curio Collection by Hilton — your base on the edge of Karura Forest.

  • Karura Forest1.4 km from Kwetu
  • Village Market & WestlandsBoth approximately 4 km away
  • Dining at your hotelFour restaurants and bars, including 1893 Brew Bar

Kwetu Nairobi · +254 709 588000

03 — Good to Know

The essentials
before you go.

A few essentials to make your time in Nairobi feel effortless.

  • KES / KShKenyan shillings · cards and M-Pesa are common
  • GMT +3East Africa Time · 240V / Type G plug
  • Plan your movementsAllow extra time for traffic and use arranged transport.
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04 — Do’s & Don’ts

Move through
the city well.

A little local knowledge goes a long way.

  • Keep valuables discreetKeep your phone secure and belongings attended.
  • Plan aheadAllow for traffic and book popular experiences in advance.
  • Be considerateAsk before photographing people.

Carry a light jacket and some Kenyan shillings

05 — Eat, Drink & Explore

Good tables,
well chosen.

25 restaurants across five neighbourhoods. Choose an area to explore its tables.

Reserve ahead for dinner, especially for groups

06 — Nairobi Must-Dos

If you only have
one free afternoon.

Wildlife, conservation, history and a little forest time — five ways to discover Nairobi.

Check current tariffs and book conservation visits ahead

07 — Nairobi Beyond the Usual

Stay for
the experience.

Find your kind of Nairobi, from a purple tea farm to contemporary Kenyan art.

Advance booking recommended

08 — Choose Your Nairobi

Simple itineraries
for your time.

Ten itineraries to fit your programme. Choose the time you have.

  • A little free timeWildlife, Karen, creativity, nature, art or something active.
  • A whole day to exploreConservation, elephants and safari, city discoveries or a purple tea escape.

Choose the pace that fits your programme

09 — Markets, Shopping & Local Design

Take a piece
of Nairobi.

Hand-beaded jewellery, baskets, kikoys, shukas, Kenyan art and locally designed homeware.

Confirm the current market day with the concierge

10 — Beyond Nairobi

If Kenya gives you
a taste for more.

Six escapes, from the Rift Valley and Mount Kenya to safari country and the coast.

Journeys, recommended stays and booking notes inside

11 — Booking Notes

Arrange the
good details.

Arrange the good details before you set out.

  • Book aheadConservation visits, popular restaurants and private experiences.
  • Allow for transportPark entry, vehicles and guides can be separate costs.
  • Confirm your rateForeign-visitor pricing and current tariffs explained.

Infinite Planners can coordinate timing and reservations

12 — Infinite Planners Concierge

Your Nairobi.
Your way.

Your local team for everything beyond the programme.

  • Transfers, dining & experiencesFrom your airport pickup to a last-minute table.
  • A little more KenyaFlights, stays, safaris, the coast and bespoke itineraries.
  • Susan & JoySusan is available 24 hours for delegate assistance.

Your Nairobi. Your way.

Useful during your stay

Travel well.
Stay close.

Your practical essentials, one section at a time.

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Curated by Infinite Planners · Nairobi

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