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Parks, beaches and nature in Africa

Family-friendly parks, beaches and nature across 11 countries — in Kenya, Nigeria and Zimbabwe. 429 places, updated November 2026.

All 429 parks, beaches and nature

Parks, beaches and nature in Nairobi

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Karura Forest

Karura Forest is a 1,041-hectare urban forest in Nairobi with trails, waterfalls, caves, picnic sites, and bike hire. E…

  • All ages
  • Outdoor
  • Great for toddlers

Entry from KES 174

Parks, beaches and nature in Dunga, Kisumu

Dunga Beach & Hill Camp

Lakeside camp with boat rides, kayaking, birdwatching and family-friendly restaurant.

  • All ages; boat rides suitable for most
  • Lakeside camp and beach
  • Yes, with carer

Parks, beaches and nature in Nakuru, Nakuru County

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

Family hotel in Nakuru with outdoor pool, kids’ play area and bouncing castle.

  • All ages
  • Hotel with pool and kids’ play area
  • Yes, family rooms

Entry from KES 1

Parks, beaches and nature in Nakuru, Nakuru County

Flamingo Resort & Spa

Lakeside resort with family rooms, children’s playground and pool near Lake Nakuru.

  • All ages
  • Lakeside resort with pool and playground
  • Yes, cribs on request

Entry from KES 1

Parks, beaches and nature in Masii, Machakos County

Masii Resort

Hilltop resort with pools, lawns and a huge range of outdoor activities.

  • All ages
  • Hilltop resort with pools and lawns
  • Yes, with supervision

Entry from KES 1

Parks, beaches and nature in Narok Town, Narok County

Mara Frontier Hotel

Family-friendly hotel on the edge of Narok with children’s pool, playground and kid meals.

  • All ages
  • Hotel with pool and garden
  • Yes, children’s pool

Entry from KES 0

Parks, beaches and nature in Homa Bay Town

Homa Bay Tourist Hotel

Affordable lakeside hotel with gardens and family-friendly atmosphere.

  • All ages
  • Lakeside guesthouse
  • Yes, garden

Entry from KES 1

Parks, beaches and nature in Gilgil, Nakuru County

Ol Muteita Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with children’s pool and cottages near Lake Elementaita.

  • All ages
  • Garden lodge
  • Yes, cribs on request

Entry from KES 0

Parks, beaches and nature in Lanet, Nakuru County

Lanet Matfam Resort

Budget family resort near Lake Nakuru with pool, playground and secure grounds.

  • All ages
  • Budget safari resort
  • Yes, secure grounds

Entry from KES 1

Parks, beaches and nature in Gilgil, Nakuru County

Lassie Chalet

Family-friendly chalet apartment with kitchen, restaurant and free parking near Lake Elementaita.

  • All ages
  • Self-catering chalet
  • Yes, apartment

Entry from KES 1

Parks, beaches and nature in Kisumu

Lago Resort

Hilltop lodge with playground, babysitting and lake views, but no pool.

  • All ages
  • Hilltop lodge
  • Yes, playground

Parks, beaches and nature in Kilimani, Nairobi

Nairobi School Grounds

Free open green space for picnics, ball games and running around.

  • Best for 2–12
  • Open green space
  • Yes, grass areas

Free entry