Kenya safari destination

Lake Nakuru safari.

A Rift Valley soda lake with flamingos, rhino and giraffe — an easy, rewarding stop on a Kenya route.

Flamingos on the shoreline of Lake Nakuru, Kenya

Lake Nakuru at a glance

Lake Nakuru

A shallow soda lake in the Rift Valley and one of Kenya’s best-known national parks, with the escarpment behind it and the town of Nakuru close by.

The park is famous for its flamingo flocks along the shoreline and is also a sanctuary for both black and white rhinoceros, alongside Rothschild’s giraffe, buffalo, waterbuck and the resident predators.

Wildlife
The park is famous for its flamingo flocks along the shoreline and is also a sanctuary for both black and white…
Best months
Year-round. June to October and January to February are the driest months; flamingo numbers on the lake vary with water levels and rainfall.
Suggested stay
Usually one full day or one night. Nakuru sits naturally on the route between Nairobi, Naivasha and the western reserves.
Park fees
Current fees are included in your WhatsApp quotation.

Why ELMAG SAFARIS

Lake Nakuru with a local team.

ELMAG SAFARIS is based in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County, and runs private and group safaris across Kenya in pop-top safari vans with local driver-guides. Every itinerary is built around your dates, your group and your lodge preferences, and your quotation arrives on WhatsApp.

Questions

Lake Nakuru safari: common questions.

When is the best time to visit Lake Nakuru?

The park can be visited year-round. June to October and January to February are the driest months; flamingo numbers on the lake vary with water levels and rainfall.

How long should I spend at Lake Nakuru?

Usually one full day or one night. Nakuru sits naturally on the route between Nairobi, Naivasha and the western reserves.

How much does a Lake Nakuru trip cost?

We do not publish a price list because every trip is priced for your dates, group, vehicle and lodges. Send an enquiry on WhatsApp and your quotation, including current park fees, comes back to you there.

Can I combine Lake Nakuru with other destinations?

Yes. Most itineraries combine several reserves and lakes. See our 3 to 10-day safari packages or all eight destinations, and we will build the route around your dates.

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