Lake Nakuru National park
Kenya
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A Kaleidoscope of Color & Conservation
Lake Nakuru National Park is one of Kenya’s most iconic Rift Valley destinations. Originally famous for the millions of flamingos that turned its shores into a shimmering pink carpet, the park has evolved into a premier sanctuary for endangered species. Encircled by rocky escarpments and pockets of yellow-barked acacia forests, this “Premium Park” offers a compact yet incredibly dense wildlife experience just a few hours’ drive from Nairobi.
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What to expect
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The Rhino Stronghold: Nakuru is one of the best places in East Africa to see both Black and White Rhinos in their natural habitat.
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Birding Spectacle: While flamingo levels vary with water depths, the lake remains a haven for over 450 bird species, including Great White Pelicans, African Fish Eagles, and Hamerkops.
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Rare Sightings: It is one of the few places in Kenya to see the endangered Rothschild’s Giraffe and is famously known for its “tree-climbing” lions and elusive leopards.
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The Landscape: From the shimmering alkaline lake to the largest Euphorbia (cactus-like tree) forest in Africa, the scenery is a photographer’s dream.
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Season Overview
The park is accessible and beautiful in all seasons, best for general wildlife viewing and clearer photography.
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
The Cliff
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Strategically located on an incline overlooking the lake, this lodge offers classic luxury chalet-style rooms and beautifully landscaped gardens.
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Perched on a hill on the western limits of the park, offering arguably the best panoramic views of the entire lake and the surrounding hills.
The Cliff
A high-end boutique “tented” camp perched on the edge of a cliff, combining the luxury of a 5-star hotel with the intimacy of a tented safari.
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Situated in the south-east of the park, this eco-lodge offers great views of the flamingos and features a popular watering hole that attracts wildlife at night.
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Located just outside the park, this lodge offers a quiet, boutique experience with traditional African-style huts and excellent dining.
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Search for the “Big Four”: Join our expert guides in a 4×4 safari to track Lions, Leopards, Buffalo, and Rhinos. (Note: There are no elephants in Nakuru due to its fenced sanctuary status).
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Visit Baboon Cliff Lookout: Drive to this high-altitude viewpoint for a breath-taking 360-degree panorama of the entire lake and the park below. It is the perfect spot for landscape photography.
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Hike to Makalia Falls: Visit the southern end of the park to see the Makalia Waterfall. It’s a serene spot for a guided walk and a picnic, especially beautiful after the rains.
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Birdwatching Expeditions: Spend time with an expert ornithologist identifying the vast array of water birds and woodland species that call the park home.
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Out of Africa Lookout: Visit this scenic spot (made famous by the movie) to see the lake from a different perspective, often surrounded by grazing herds of zebra and waterbuck.
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Picnics in the Wild: We can arrange a private “Bush Breakfast” or Picnic Lunch at one of the designated sites like Pelican Picnic Site, allowing you to dine while watching the hippos in the distance.
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