Explore the Ivory Burning Site & Picnic Area: A Unique Historical Landmark

Getting There

• Public Bus

  Start at the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD). Head to the Kencom Bus Station where you can find buses heading to Karen or Lang'ata. Board a bus with a sign indicating 'Karen' and pay the fare. The bus will take you along Uhuru Highway. Get off at the Karen roundabout. From there, you can either take a motorcycle taxi (boda boda) or walk towards the Giraffe Centre. Continue walking towards the entrance of the Nairobi National Park where the Ivory Burning Site & Picnic Area is located. Follow the signs within the park to reach your destination.

• Boda Boda (Motorcycle Taxi)

  If you are near a main road, you can easily flag down a boda boda. Tell the rider you want to go to the Ivory Burning Site & Picnic Area in Nairobi National Park. They will take you directly there. Make sure to negotiate the fare beforehand to avoid any misunderstandings.

• Walking

  If you are close to the Nairobi National Park, you can walk to the Ivory Burning Site & Picnic Area. Look for the main entrance of the park, which is located off Lang'ata Road. Once inside the park, follow the signs towards the Ivory Burning Site. It is a short walk from the entrance.

• Taxi (Ride-Hailing Service)

  Use a ride-hailing app such as Uber or Bolt. Set your destination to 'Ivory Burning Site & Picnic Area' in Nairobi National Park. The driver will pick you up from your location in Nairobi and take you directly to the park entrance. Once you arrive, pay attention to the signs directing you to the picnic area.