Lake Nakuru National Park
Welcome to Lake Nakuru, a sanctuary of color, calmness, and powerful conservation success.
Set in the heart of Kenya’s Rift Valley, this park is famous for its vast soda lake surrounded by acacia forests, rocky cliffs, rolling hills, and wildlife that thrives in harmony.
Lake Nakuru is a place where silence meets beauty.
Where flamingos paint the lake pink.
Where rhinos walk with quiet strength.
Where every sunrise glows with golden light over the calm waters.
Here, nature does not just exist,it speaks to your soul.
Climate
Lake Nakuru enjoys a moderate, comfortable climate throughout the year.
Because of its elevation (1,754 m), Nakuru is cooler than many Kenyan parks, making game drives refreshing and enjoyable.
Getting There
By Road:
- Only 2–3 hours from Nairobi via the Nakuru Highway.
- Roads are smooth and scenic, passing through tea plantations and Rift Valley viewpoints.
By Air:
- Daily flights from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to Nakuru airstrip (30 minutes).
- Easy transfers to hotels inside or near the park.
Park Attractions
1. Lake Nakuru – The Flamingo Paradise
One of Africa’s most iconic scenes:
Millions of lesser and greater flamingos gather along the alkaline waters, creating a pink ribbon around the lake.
Even when numbers fluctuate, the sight is unforgettable.
2. The Rhino Sanctuary
Lake Nakuru is Kenya’s most successful black and white rhinoceros sanctuary.
Here you can see these endangered giants grazing peacefully an inspiring symbol of hope and protection.
3. Rothschild Giraffes
This rare subspecies, once critically endangered, thrives here. Their calm movements and long-step elegance create beautiful photographic moments.
4. Makalia Waterfalls
Hidden deep within the park, the waterfalls offer an unexpected touch of wilderness beauty especially stunning during the rainy season.
5. Baboon Cliff & Lion Hill
High-viewpoints where you can watch the entire lake stretch below you.
A perfect place for sunrise, sunset, and wildlife photography.
6. Rich Wildlife
Lake Nakuru is home to:
- Lions
- Leopards
- Buffaloes
- Hyenas
- Waterbucks
- Hippos
- Over 450 bird species
The mix of forest, grassland, and wetland habitats makes the park one of Africa’s most biodiverse birding destinations.
Tourism Activities
• Game Drives
Spot rhinos, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, flamingos, baboons, and many unique bird species.
• Birdwatching
Lake Nakuru is a paradise for bird lovers pelicans, herons, storks, eagles, and thousands of flamingos.
• Photography Safaris
The combination of wildlife, water, cliffs, and open skies creates perfect frames.
• Nature Walks (Designated Areas)
Guided walks around the lake’s edges and viewpoints offer peaceful observation of birds and landscapes.
• Hiking to Viewpoints
Baboon Cliff, Out-of-Africa Lookout, and Lion Hill provide breathtaking panoramic views.
Accommodation Facilities
Inside and around the park you’ll find:
Luxury Lodges
Mid-Range Options
These accommodations offer comfort, great food, and stunning views of the lake and wildlife.
Visit Today
Lake Nakuru is a place of peace, color, and powerful conservation.
Here, every moment reminds you that nature can heal, recover, and thrive when protected.
When you visit Lake Nakuru, you do more than witness wildlife…
you witness hope, beauty, and the heartbeat of Kenya’s Rift Valley.
