1-Day Lake Nakuru Safari from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Travel through the vast Great Rift Valley and charming local towns on the way to Lake Nakuru
• 02 Spot the lake's flamingos during a scenic game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
• 03 Take in scenic viewpoints and waterfalls inside the park
• 04 Look out for black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, and other wildlife

Embark on a scenic day trip from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park, travelling through the vast Great Rift Valley. Enjoy an exciting game drive to see the lake's flamingos, scenic viewpoints, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. This tour offers a memorable safari experience with beautiful landscapes and expert guidance throughout the day.

Upon arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoy a mid-morning game drive exploring some of the park's prime attractions, including the lake's flamingos, scenic viewpoints, and waterfalls.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Cities Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park

Languages English, French, German, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Lake Nakuru Game Drive from Nairobi

• Leave Nairobi and head towards Nakuru, travelling through beautiful farmlands and small towns as you traverse the vast Great Rift Valley.
• Upon arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoy a mid-morning game drive exploring some of the park's prime attractions, including the lake's flamingos, scenic viewpoints, and waterfalls.
• Your guide will be on hand to provide insights and answer any questions you may have.
• After an exciting day, head back to Nairobi, where your adventure concludes.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation in a Land Cruiser for the game drive
• Park entrance fees
• Mineral water and light snacks
• Services of a professional guide/driver
• Fun and memorable experiences

What's Not Included

• Tips/gratuities
• Any other items not listed above

What to bring

• Hat/cap/sunglasses
• A camera or a phone with a camera to capture the moments

Know before you go

• The park is home to black and white rhinos, as well as a variety of wildlife including Cape buffalo, African wild dogs, zebras, elands, waterbucks, and lions. In recent years, Lake Nakuru has gained attention for its increasing leopard sightings and its rare Rothschild's giraffes.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.