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Things to see in Nanyuki (Kenya): 7 places and when to go
Nanyuki is a town in Kenya, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (6), Nature (5), With kids (1). The best known are Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The best time to come is January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. There are about 12 h of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Kenya · 0.0204, 37.06
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- January to February and July to September.
- Also possible
- March, June, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- NBO Nairobi, 150 km as the crow flies
What to see in Nanyuki
The places in and around Nanyuki, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Ol Pejeta ConservancyNot-for-profit wildlife conservancy in Central Kenya's Laikipia County23 km
- Animal OrphanageWith kids · Wildlife9.9 km
- Lolldaiga Farm HouseProtected area23 km
- Lolldaiga Main GateProtected area14 km
- Mount Kenya Wildlife EstateProtected area10 km
- Naserian Wildlife ConservancyProtected area18 km
- Sirimon routeHiking26 km
When to go to Nanyuki
The best time to visit Nanyuki is January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time12:00
- FebBest time12:00
- MarPossible12:00
- AprBetter not12:00
- MayBetter not12:00
- JunPossible12:00
- JulBest time12:00
- AugBest time12:00
- SepBest time12:00
- OctPossible12:00
- NovBetter not12:00
- DecPossible12:00
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to Kenya in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Nanyuki
The nearest main airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO, Nairobi), 150 km as the crow flies. How to get around Kenya (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Nyeri7 places50 km
- Meru, Kenya5 places65 km
- Naivasha6 places107 km
- Nairobi20 places147 km
- Marsabit6 places277 km
- Wundanyi7 places436 km
And all of Kenya, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Nanyuki?
The best known: Ol Pejeta Conservancy. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Nanyuki?
January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. There are about 12 h of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Nanyuki?
The nearest main airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 150 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Nanyuki as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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