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Lake Nakuru National Park harbors 450 bird species and Kenya's largest rhino population. The 188-square-kilometer park features flamingo-lined shores, rare black rhinos, and diverse wildlife including lions and leopards.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru, Mombasa Age Range 2 to 80 year olds Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $4,199
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Pink flamingos join 500+ bird species in Lake Nakuru National Park's diverse ecosystem. White and black rhinos, lions, and leopards roam near luxury lodges. Makalia waterfalls and yellow acacia woodlands enhance game drives.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru, Mombasa Age Range 2 to 80 year olds Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From
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The famous flamingo flocks of Lake Nakuru National Park share habitat with rare wildlife. Citymax Hotel or Nakuru Sopa Lodge serve as base for tracking tree-climbing lions and endangered rhinos, with nature walks along the alkaline lake shore and expert-guided game drives.
Duration 4 days Destinations Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel From
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Lake Nakuru National Park's diverse ecosystem harbors 400+ bird species and the Big Five. Massive flamingo flocks share the park with endangered Rothschild's giraffes, while black and white rhinos roam near comfortable lodges overlooking the lake.
Duration 4 days Destinations Nairobi, Samburu National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel From
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Kenya Private Safari
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This is the best vacation I have ever had.”
Abbe, traveled in April
Wildlife thrives in Lake Nakuru National Park, visible during morning and afternoon game drives. White rhinos, giraffes, and flamingos gather along the lake shore. Luxury accommodation nearby provides comfortable rest between safari adventures with expert guides.
Duration 10 days Destinations Nairobi, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nakuru, Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Globus From
4% Off- US$6,189+$315 upfront costs
What people love about Lake Nakuru National Park Tours
- 4 Days Amazing Kenya Safari
Overall, we were very satisfied with our 6 day custom Kenya tour: our driver, Maxwell was excellent, and other than being an experienced driver and a very good communicator, happens to be very passionate about nature and animals. Nancy, the tour operator correspondent was also very helpful in answering all of our queries in a timely manner. The lodges were generally comfortable and cozy with good meals. The lunch boxes provided, however, generally did not meet my expectations, hence the average rating of 3/5. I rated transportation and itinerary 4/5 not because of the vehicle, which was fine (8 seat 4-wheel drive van) but the road conditions (including dust and truck fumes) and traffic - which rendered the trip somewhat tiring. Given the renown worldwide fame of the Kenya game parks we visited and the revenue generated by tourism (Kenya being a *very* expensive country to visit compared to all other countries I visited in Africa - except Tanzania), I was overall very surprised to see that the road conditions to reach these parks really were in a deplorable shape. This begs the question: why hasn't the tourism revenue generated over the last decades used to improve the infrastructure to reach these parks with more ease [such as railways (e.g., bullet trains) or paved multi-lane roads] ?
CKC are Second to none from beginning to end. Efficient, professional and above and beyond customer experience
4 Days Kenya Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru mid range Lodge joining safari 2025
- 4 Days Masai Mara and Nakuru tour - 20% Off
Just had a wonderful 4 days masai mara and Lake Nakuru tour. Everything was planned as communicated. My family enjoyed every bit of the safari. I would definitely recommend them.
Travel Lake Nakuru National Park your way
Explore a wide diversity of safari tours through Lake Nakuru National Park. We have 64 adventures that vary from 3 days to 15 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Select from our extensive range of 62 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through Lake Nakuru National Park with our expert guides leading the way.
Explore a wide diversity of jeep & 4wd tours through Lake Nakuru National Park. We have 42 adventures that vary from 3 days to 10 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Explore a wide diversity of partially guided tours through Lake Nakuru National Park. We have 21 adventures that vary from 4 days to 14 days. With the greatest number of departures in April, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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Browse the best budget and luxury tours in Lake Nakuru National Park that will take you through unmissable places like Nairobi and Maasai Mara National Reserve.
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Group
58 tours in Lake Nakuru National ParkExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Lake Nakuru National Park. We have 58 adventures that vary from 3 days to 15 days. With the greatest number of departures in April, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
43 tours in Lake Nakuru National ParkVisit Lake Nakuru National Park with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
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26 tours in Lake Nakuru National ParkEnjoy the exclusivity of our Private Lake Nakuru National Park tours, tailored to your own group, preferences and pace with over 26 itineraries to choose from.
Top Lake Nakuru National Park travel itineraries to fit your plans
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nakuru, Lake Nakuru, Samburu Game Reserve
Demographics
Discover unforgettable adventures designed for all ages! Whether you're young or young at heart, our adventures offer excitement and wonder for everyone.
- Solo Travelers59 tours
- Couples6 tours
- Seniors (50+)8 tours
Best time to visit Lake Nakuru National Park
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
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- popular 67 tours
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What unique wildlife can I expect to see during a Lake Nakuru National Park tour?
Lake Nakuru National Park is home to Kenya's largest concentration of black and white rhinos. The alkaline lake draws thousands of pink flamingos that line the shoreline creating one of Africa's most recognizable natural scenes. Visitors regularly spot members of the Big Five including lions leopards and buffalos during game drives. The park hosts more than 450 bird species making it a prime destination for birdwatchers. Guests typically stay at Lake Nakuru Lodge or Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge where wildlife viewing continues from private balconies. As one TourRadar traveler notes "the park is magnificent for spotting rare white rhinos."
When is the best time to visit Lake Nakuru National Park for optimal wildlife viewing?
The dry seasons from June to September and January to February provide the clearest wildlife viewing conditions at Lake Nakuru. During these months animals gather near the lake making them easier to spot. Early morning game drives starting at 6:30 AM from Lake Nakuru Lodge offer the best chances for wildlife encounters. While the park welcomes visitors year-round road conditions can be difficult during the rainy seasons of March-May and October-December. According to a TourRadar traveler "we had an amazing morning game drive where we spotted both black and white rhinos along with countless flamingos."
What accommodation options are available at Lake Nakuru National Park?
The park provides lodging options that range from high-end lodges to mid-range camps. Lake Nakuru Lodge sits prominently overlooking the lake while Buraha Zeroni Hotel offers convenient access near the park entrance. WCK Guest House and Lanet Matfam Resort serve as practical bases for game drives. Previous guests praise the accommodations with one TourRadar traveler noting "the accommodations at Lake Nakuru Lodge were comfortable with excellent service and amazing views of the wildlife from our room."
How long should I plan to stay in Lake Nakuru National Park for a complete experience?
The park's compact size of 188 square kilometers makes it possible to experience its highlights in 1-2 days. Most visitors arrange an afternoon game drive upon arrival followed by a morning drive the next day. This scheduling works well with larger Kenya safari itineraries that include stops at Masai Mara. A TourRadar traveler confirms "the 3-hour morning game drive at Lake Nakuru was perfect to spot the diverse wildlife and take in the spectacular views."
What's the best way to get to Lake Nakuru National Park from Nairobi?
The park lies 140km northwest of Nairobi requiring a 3-hour drive through the Great Rift Valley. Tour operators provide transport in specialized safari vehicles equipped with pop-up roofs for better wildlife viewing. The route includes scenic stops with one TourRadar traveler sharing "the journey from Nairobi offered breathtaking views of the Rift Valley with a stop at the viewpoint being a highlight." Most tours depart Nairobi early reaching the park in time for lunch and afternoon activities.
What makes Lake Nakuru National Park different from other Kenyan parks?
The park's distinctive alkaline lake ecosystem sets it apart from other Kenyan reserves. Its manageable size of 188 square kilometers allows for efficient exploration while its location in the Great Rift Valley provides dramatic landscapes. The concentration of flamingos and rhinos creates unique viewing opportunities. A TourRadar traveler observes "Lake Nakuru offered a different experience from Masai Mara with its stunning lake views and incredible variety of birds." The compact nature of the park makes it ideal for shorter safari experiences.