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Kenya · Lake Nakuru
Lake Nakuru,Pink Shores And Rhinos
A small, scenic park with big birdlife and some of the best rhino viewing in Kenya.
A small, scenic park with big birdlife and some of the best rhino viewing in Kenya.
Lake Nakuru National Park wraps around a shallow soda lake in the Rift Valley. When conditions are right, the shoreline can be lined with flamingos, though numbers change with the water level.
The park is a sanctuary for both black and white rhinos, and you will also see Rothschild’s giraffes, buffalo, waterbuck and plenty of birds. Leopards and lions live here too, and the cliffs and euphorbia forests make for lovely photos.
It is close to Nairobi, which makes it a good first stop or a quick add-on to a longer trip.
Nakuru is lovely all year, with dry months better for game and wet months for birds.
Weather patterns shift from year to year, so ask us about the dates you have in mind.
The right place shapes your whole trip. Here are the three styles we recommend most.
Every day is different, but this is the rhythm most guests fall in love with.
Coffee, cool air and the best light of the day.
Wildlife is most active in the first hours.
A hot meal in the open, with a view.
Pool, nap, walk or a visit nearby.
Fresh food, shade and a good story.
Softer light and busy animals.
A cold drink and a wide sky.
Lanterns, fire and a sky full of stars.
Starting points, not set menus. Tap one to see the days, then tell us what to change.
Often, but not always. Numbers depend on water levels and food, so we check recent reports before you travel.
Yes, it is one of the best parks in Kenya for seeing both black and white rhinos.
Yes, but one night makes it a much calmer experience and lets you catch the best light.
Very. Short drives, lots of animals and a very manageable distance from Nairobi.
