Lake Nakuru National Park Safari
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Start in Nairobi and finish back in Nairobi on this three day wildlife escape to Lake Nakuru National Park. Travel via the Great Rift Valley, where you can expect sweeping views before you settle into classic game drives in search of flamingos painting the shoreline pink, endangered black and white rhinos, and big cats alongside buffalo, giraffe and playful baboons. Birders will love over 400 species, while the park’s euphorbia and acacia forests create a striking backdrop. There’s time for an optional Lake Naivasha boat ride and walk on Crescent Island – great for hippo and bird sightings – before ending back in the Kenyan capital.
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Tour Overview
Duration
3 daysHotel Rating
Standard lodgeStarts
NairobiEnds
NairobiMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Kenya that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Services of English-speaking safari guidesCountry
KenyaMeals Included
Breakfast: 2, Lunch: 3, Dinner: 2Passengers
£2,450.00
£1,225.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 1 / Max 8
Trip Type
Safaris & Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Services of English-speaking safari guidesGroup Size
Min 1 / Max 8Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Safaris & ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park
Nairobi - Lake Nakuru National Park. We collect you early from your Nairobi hotel or the airport and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, pausing to take in views of the Great Rift Valley.
We arrive around lunchtime. At 15:00 we head out on an afternoon game drive, exploring the lakeshore for flamingos and searching for both white and black rhino. We also look out for lion, leopard, waterbuck, giraffe, hyena, buffalo, baboons and gazelles. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or a similar lodge.
Day 2 - Lake Nakuru Safari Day
After breakfast at the lodge, we set out on a full day game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park with a packed lunch. The park centres on an alkaline soda lake 160 km from Nairobi and is renowned for its millions of flamingos and more than 400 bird species, alongside black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, buffalo and gazelles. We explore varied habitats – open grasslands fringed by euphorbia and acacia forests – watching for wildlife along the lakeshore and across the plains. We return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 3 - Final Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
We start with an early morning game drive, then return for breakfast. After breakfast we leave Lake Nakuru National Park for Nairobi – enjoying a short game drive as we exit the park. En route, you may choose to stop at Lake Naivasha for an optional boat ride and a walk on Crescent Island at extra cost. We expect to arrive in Nairobi around lunchtime and proceed to Carnivore for lunch. Afterwards, we drop you at your hotel or the airport.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
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