Safari Destination
Nakuru
Overview
A deeper feel for the destination.
Nakuru is the forth city of Kenya, situated in the Rift Valley region and it is the capital of Nakuru County. Nakuru is approximately 160 km from Nairobi which takes about 3-4 hours drive. Nakuru is Famously known for its beautiful Lake Nakuru which famous for bird watching i.e. large flocks of pink flamingos, great white pelicans as well as black Rhinos, Rothschild giraffe and other wildlife.
Some of the famous attractions in Nakuru include; Menengai crater, Lord Egerton castle, Kariandusi museum, Lake Elementaita, Hyrax Hill, Lake Nakuru National Park, Hells gate, Lake Naivasha.
Activities at Nakuru Include;
- Game viewing
- Sight seeing
- Excursions
- Bird watching
- Nature walks
- Sundowners
- Bush Meals
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO GUEST VISTING LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
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LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK |
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RESIDENT (KSH) |
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750 |
2,025 |
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Signature Stays
Places to stay in and around Nakuru.
From intimate camps to polished lodges, these stays help set the mood and rhythm of your time here.
The Encore Hotel
Experience refined luxury at The Encore Hotel Nakuru, a contemporary five-star destination nestled between Lake Nakuru National Park and the iconic Menengai Caldera. Offering 205...
Rock Hyrax Hotel
Rock Hyrax Hotel is a modern hotel in Nakuru county, situated in the surrounding of Hyrax Hill Prehistoric site which is less than 20 minutes to Nakuru City, 30 min to Lake Nakuru...
Grand Winston Hotel
.Grand Winston Hotel is a 4-star luxury hotel in Nakuru with views of Lake Nakuru, Ngata Plains, and Menengai Crater. It is about 5 km from the city centre and roughly 165 km from...
Suggested Safari Trips
Safari ideas built around Nakuru.
These itineraries offer a strong starting point if you already know this is one of the places you want to experience.
4 Days 3 Nights Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge Safari
4 Days 3 Nights Lake Sopa Lodge Nakuru Safari Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge Safari Vehicle: Private 4WD Safari Land Cruiser Pick-up...
5 Days 4 Nights The Cliff Lake Nakuru Safari
5 Days 4 Nights The Cliff Lake Nakuru 2026 Safari Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Accommodation: The Cliff – Lake Nakuru Safari Vehicle: Private 4WD Safari Jeep/Land Cruise...
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari
3 Days 2 Nights Lake Nakuru Lodge 2026 Safari Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari Vehicle: Private 4WD Safari Land Cruiser 3 Days Lake N...
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