1 Day Lake Nakuru National Park Safari
About this tour
Discover the spectacular beauty of Lake Nakuru National Park on this action-packed day trip from Nairobi. Famous for its flamingo-lined shores, black and white rhinos, and exceptional bird life, Nakuru delivers one of Kenya's most rewarding single-day safari experiences.
Highlights
Itinerary
Early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel (6:00–7:00 AM). Drive approximately 2.5 hours to Nakuru, arriving at the park gates by mid-morning. Begin a comprehensive game drive around the lake, visiting Baboon Cliff and Lion Hill viewpoints for aerial lake views. Observe flamingos (subject to seasonal numbers), rhinos, and pelicans. Stop for a picnic lunch inside the park. Continue afternoon game drive before heading back to Nairobi, arriving around 7:00–8:00 PM.
Highlights:
- 06:00–07:00 — Pick-up from hotel, depart for Nakuru
- Morning — Enter the park, first game drive
- Mid-Morning — Visit lake shore viewpoints & flamingo areas
- Lunch — Inside the park (picnic/restaurant)
- Afternoon — Final game drive + Makalia Falls area
- 16:00–18:00 — Exit park and return to Nairobi/Nakuru
- Lion Hill viewpoint
- Bird watching (pelicans, flamingos, 400+ species)
Packages & Pricing
What's Included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Park entry fees
- ✓Return transport from Nairobi (group van)
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Professional driver-guide
- ✓Bottled water
What's Not Included
- ✗Personal expenses
- ✗Tips
- ✗Alcoholic beverages
- ✗Personal travel insurance
- ✗Souvenirs
What's Included
- ✓Park entry fees
- ✓Return transport (private 4×4 Land Cruiser)
- ✓Professional driver-guide
- ✓Packed picnic lunch
- ✓Bottled water in vehicle
What's Not Included
- ✗Personal travel insurance
- ✗Tips
- ✗Souvenirs
- ✗Alcoholic beverages
Terms & Conditions
- •Park entry fees are included in the package price
- •This is a day trip no overnight accommodation is included
- •Pickup times are between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM from Nairobi hotels
- •Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable
- •Weather may affect flamingo numbers, this is beyond our control
- •Clients should carry a valid passport or national ID
Location
Starting Point
Lake Nakuru is a stunning alkaline lake famous for its flamingo populations, which often turn the shores pink. The surrounding Nakuru National Park is home to rhinos, lions, giraffes, and diverse birdlife, offering a perfect mix of wildlife and scenic views.
Getting There
- Hotel pickup available (if selected)
- Comfortable transportation provided
- Professional driver/guide
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