EXPLORING THE CITY

WHAT TO SEE: The best-known of Nairobi’s must-visit attractions is its national park, which provides the chance to see wild lions, rhinos and cheetahs only 7km south of the city. Nearby is the Karen Blixen Museum, located in the former home of the Out of Africa author; the Giraffe Centre, where you can feed the long-legged creatures from an observation tower; and the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (above), which helps to raise orphaned elephants and other animals. For an inner-city refresh, stroll in the Nairobi Arboretum or Karuka Forest. kws.go.ke, giraffecentre.org, sheldrickwildlifetrust.org

WHERE TO EAT:

Nyama Mama (left) is an affordable restaurant and bar with four branches that by day offer stylish meeting rooms and by night are about barbecued meats, beers and live music. Nairobi’s large Indianheritage population means the cuisine is well represented – try Tandoori Patio in Westlands. For a daytime meeting or coffee, head for one of the numerous branches of regional chain Java House, with air con and wifi. Le Grenier à Pain on Riverside Drive and Boho Eatery in Karen are also great daytime spots. thegoodearthgroup.com, tandooripatio.co.ke, javahouseafrica.com, legrenierapain.co.ke

WHERE TO STAY:

Crowne Plaza Nairobi and Sankara Nairobi (right) are excellent for business. For leisure, Fairmont the Norfolk, in the heart of the city, is steeped in history. Visit businesstraveller. com/tried-and-tested for reviews of all three. ihg.com, sankara.com, fairmont.com