Day Trip to Lake Nakuru National Park

Experience one of Kenya’s most rewarding wildlife excursions with this unforgettable Lake Nakuru National Park day trip, perfect for travelers seeking breathtaking scenery, diverse birdlife, and rare wildlife sightings. Located along the floor of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru is world-renowned for its spectacular flamingo populations, alkaline blue waters, and rich ecosystem teeming with both resident and migratory species. This full-day Nairobi to Lake Nakuru safari offers a seamless blend of birdwatching, big game viewing, and scenic exploration, making it an ideal choice for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in Kenya’s stunning natural heritage.

Your adventure begins at 6:00 a.m. with a scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, nestled within the dramatic, volcano-strewn Great Rift Valley. The park is famous for its thriving populations of greater and lesser flamingoes, white pelicans, and marabou storks, all of which breed in the lake’s mineral-rich alkaline waters. Lake Nakuru is also a sanctuary for the endangered white rhino, offering visitors a rare opportunity to observe these magnificent animals up close. Enjoy a game drive enroute to the lodge for lunch before embarking on an afternoon exploration in search of the park’s abundant wildlife, including Cape buffalo, waterbuck, and the striking Rothschild’s giraffe. As the sun sets over the Rift Valley, you’ll make your return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the evening after an enriching and memorable Lake Nakuru safari from Nairobi.

Tour Pricing

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Roundtrip transportation
• Entry to Lake Nakuru National Park
• Lunch

Know before you go

Lake Nakuru National Park is a plastic free zone. Bring water in glass or reusable water bottles.