Lake Nakuru National Park Tours & Holidays

A birdwatchers' paradise, Lake Nakuru home to millions of colourful, vibrant aquatic birds. If you think life is prettier in pink, this national park will be your happy place. The park is famous for its enormous population of flamingos that take up residence along the shallow lake. There are often thousands of these creatures lining the shores, giving the lake a mirage-like appearance.

Birds aside, the park currently has around 45 black and 31 white rhinoceros, according to UNESCO. It’s also home to hippo, zebra, waterbuck, Cape buffalo, Rothschild's giraffe, lion, leopard, hyena, jackal, serval cat and mongoose.

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A Lake Nakuru safari tour typically forms part of a wider Kenyan safari itinerary, combined with visits to the Maasai Mara and other renowned reserves. Game drives through the park’s diverse terrain - from acacia woodland and grassland to rocky cliffs and lakeshore - offer excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five and a wealth of other species.

Our Lake Nakuru safari packages are part of carefully crafted Kenya safari holidays that combine game drives, comfortable lodge accommodation and expert guiding. Whether you choose a focused safari itinerary or combine your wildlife adventure with a relaxing beach extension in Mombasa, our tours are designed to give you an authentic and memorable African experience.

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