Kenya · Safari

3-Day Lake Nakuru Safari with Boat Ride and Flamingo Viewing

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Lake Nakuru National Park on an exclusive game drive
  • 02 Witness the mesmerizing pink flamingoes at Lake Nakuru
  • 03 Embark on a birdwatcher's paradise boat ride with stunning views
  • 04 Enjoy breathtaking sunrise views while sipping coffee on your deck
  • 05 Experience the thrill of spotting wildlife like leopards and Rothschild giraffes

Embark on a thrilling 3-day retreat at Lake Nakuru, where exclusive game drives and a birdwatcher's boat ride showcase the park's remarkable wildlife and scenery. Marvel at the iconic pink flamingoes, look out for leopards, lions, buffalo, rhinos, and Rothschild giraffes, and unwind at a tented camp in this picturesque destination. From sunrise coffee on your deck to unforgettable safari moments on land and water, this short escape offers a memorable Lake Nakuru experience.

Awaken at the crack of dawn and enjoy a steaming mug of coffee while viewing the sunrise from your deck.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi and Lake Nakuru Game Drive

  • Upon your arrival in Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you'll be met and greeted by our local representative and guide. Depending on your arrival time, you will be transferred to a city hotel (accommodation at an extra cost) or commence your safari.
  • Drive to Nakuru, stopping en route for pictures or simply watching the changing views. Arrive mid-morning or later in time for a cool drink to freshen up. Check in to your room, and then have lunch.
  • Take some time to wander around the pool, check out the spa (spa treatments at extra cost), or just enjoy the scenery from your deck. At around 4:00 pm, head out for a game drive. You may get to see the pink flamingoes at Lake Nakuru National Park. Return to the lodge at dusk in time for a sundowner.

Dinner and your overnight stay are at the tented camp.

2
Day 02

Morning Safari and Birdwatcher's Paradise Boat Ride

  • Awaken at the crack of dawn and enjoy a steaming mug of coffee while viewing the sunrise from your deck. Meet your driver/guide in your private vehicle and head out for your exclusive game drive. You can find leopards, lions, buffalo, rhinos, or Rothschild giraffes in this park. Return to the lodge, famished, in time for a delicious breakfast.
  • Then relax by the pool or on your private deck. At noon, grab your windbreaker/jumper and head over to the lake to meet your boat team for half an hour of briefing. Depart for your boat ride, which will take no more than 8 passengers on board.
  • Enjoy swivel seats and lunch onboard, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, mineral water, and soft drinks included. A Lake Nakuru guide will accompany you, and you'll have your pair of professional binoculars. Your boat ride ends with a return to the lodge. You could hit the gym and/or get a massage (at extra cost).

Dinner and your overnight stay are at the camp.

3
Day 03

Departure for Nairobi

  • Today, after breakfast, check out of your room. Meet your driver/guide for your drive back to Nairobi. You'll be dropped off at your Nairobi hotel (accommodation at an extra cost) or the airport for your return flight.
Lake Nakuru National Park, pink flamingoes, tented camp

Where this trip takes you

Lake Nakuru National Park, pink flamingoes, tented camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labelled as optional)
  • All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labelled as optional)
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What to bring

  • Personal items.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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