Parc national du lac Nakuru
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.
Pavillon de chasse Sarova Lion Hill
Lodge Sopa du lac Nakuru
La Falaise
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Loge Ziwa Bush
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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Cherchez les « Big Four » : Rejoignez nos guides experts dans un safari 4×4 pour suivre lions, léopards, bisons et rhinocéros. (Note : Il n’y a pas d’éléphants à Nakuru en raison de son statut de sanctuaire clôturé).
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Visitez le belvédère de Baboon Cliff : Conduisez jusqu’à ce point de vue en altitude pour admirer un panorama à 360 degrés sur l’ensemble du lac et du parc en contrebas. C’est l’endroit idéal pour la photographie de paysage.
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Randonnée jusqu’aux chutes Makalia : Visitez l’extrémité sud du parc pour voir la cascade de Makalia. C’est un endroit paisible pour une promenade guidée et un pique-, particulièrement beau après les pluies.
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Expéditions d’observation des oiseaux : Passez du temps avec un ornithologue expert pour identifier la vaste diversité d’oiseaux aquatiques et d’espèces forestières qui habitent le parc.
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Out of Africa Lookout : Visitez ce site pittoresque (rendu célèbre par le film) pour admirer le lac sous un angle différent, souvent entouré de troupeaux de zèbres et de waterbucks en pâturage.
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Pique-dans la nature : Nous pouvons organiser un « petit-déjeuner en brousse » ou un pique-privé sur l’un des sites désignés comme le site de pique-Pelican, vous permettant de dîner tout en observant les hippopotames au loin.
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