Nairobi may seem a bit intimidating for a first timer to Africa, but it’s actually a great city. To be honest, the first time I visited I wasn’t that impressed. I was passing through on an overland tour and it just seemed crowded, hectic and congested. It’s still all of those things, but it is also vibrant, exciting and full of adventure. Nairobi is probably the most hectic of all the African cities I’ve been to (Kampala is a close second), so if you can handle this, the rest of the continent will be a breeze! Just be patient and try and relax into it.