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Parks, beaches and nature in Kenya

Parks, beaches and nature spots across Kenya for family walks, picnics, wildlife spotting and outdoor play. 137 places, updated November 2026.

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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

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Parks, beaches and nature in Homa Bay

Children's Meeting Place Jamhuri Park

Children have a dedicated space to play and interact in a large public park where local leaders listen to their concern…

  • Fri

Parks, beaches and nature in Homa Bay

Ruri Hills

A pair of volcanic hills, North Ruri and South Ruri, rising above the Homa Bay countryside and used for walks and viewp…

  • All ages (older children for the climb)
  • Outdoor

Parks, beaches and nature in Diani Beach

Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest

A sacred forest with guided walks. Entry fees apply. Open daily 8:30am-5pm.

  • 6-9;10-12;13+
  • Outdoor

Entry from KES 50,080,010,002,000

Parks, beaches and nature in Diani Beach

Diani Beach

Kenya's most-awarded beach ? 17 km of white sand, calm lagoon swimming, camel rides and endless beach cafes. Free.

  • All ages
  • Outdoor
  • Great for toddlers

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Diani Beach

Alfajiri Villas

Three exclusive-use beach villas on a coral headland above Diani Beach, each with four bedrooms, a private pool and ded…

  • All ages
  • Outdoor

Parks, beaches and nature in Kwale

Shimba Hills National Reserve

Coastal rainforest reserve 45 minutes from Diani ? sable antelope, elephants and the spectacular Sheldrick Falls hike.

  • 5 years and up
  • Outdoor
  • Better for older kids

Entry from KES 250

Parks, beaches and nature in Ruiru, Kiambu County

Northlands City Children's Play Area

Community leisure hub with children’s play area, gardens and barbecue bandas within the Northlands City development.

  • All ages
  • Community playground and gardens
  • Yes, play area

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Ruiru, Kiambu County

Homeland Leisure Garden

Free-entry leisure garden with wheelchair access and green space for families.

  • All ages
  • Public garden
  • Yes, green space

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Molo, Nakuru County

Molo Street Project Playground

Community playground built for orphaned and vulnerable children, also open to local families.

  • Early schoolers and primary students
  • Community playground
  • Yes, with supervision

Free entry

Parks, beaches and nature in Diani Beach, Kwale County

Kusyombunguo Hotels Ltd (Niro Paradise House)

Family-friendly beach house in Diani with free stays for children aged 3–12.

  • All ages; children 3–12 stay free
  • Beach house
  • Yes, with supervision

Entry from KES 1

Parks, beaches and nature in Nairobi (near protected wildlife corridor)

Anzania Eco Park

Planned eco-park and interactive museum transforming a depleted quarry into botanical gardens, natural playgrounds and…

  • All ages (when open)
  • Eco-park with natural playgrounds
  • Not applicable

Parks, beaches and nature in Nanyuki, Laikipia County

Comfort Gardens Nanyuki

Family resort with adult and baby pools, trampoline, swings, bouncing castle and bikes.

  • All ages
  • Family resort
  • Yes, baby pool

Entry from KES 1

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