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Lake Nakuru Day Trip

Lake Nakuru Day Trip

Overview

Are you looking for a breathtaking destination to explore nature and wildlife in Kenya? Well discover the beauty of Lake Nakuru with a memorable day trip. This stunning lake, located in the heart of the Great Rift Valley, is a paradise for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. From its shimmering waters to the diverse array of bird species and wildlife that call it home, Lake Nakuru offers a truly magical experience that will leave you in awe. We have daily departures to the amazing bird’s paradise “Lake Nakuru”.

Why Choose Lake Nakuru for a Day Trip?

Lake Nakuru is renowned for its flamingos, which gather in the thousands to create a stunning pink spectacle along the shores of the lake. The sight of these beautiful birds against the backdrop of the lake and the surrounding acacia trees is truly unforgettable. In addition to flamingos, Lake Nakuru is home to a variety of other bird species, making it a birdwatcher’s paradise.

But it’s not just about the birds at Lake Nakuru. The lake is also a haven for wildlife, with the chance to spot rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and even the elusive leopard. A day trip to Lake Nakuru offers the perfect opportunity to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat and create lasting memories.

What to Expect on Your Day Trip

A typical day trip to Lake Nakuru starts with an early morning departure from Nairobi, with a scenic drive through the picturesque Rift Valley. Upon arrival at the lake, you can embark on a game drive around the lake shore, guided by our experienced and knowledgeable guides who will help you spot diverse wildlife and birds that call the park home.

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Contact us today and embark on an amazing day trip to Lake Nakuru for bird watching and epic wildlife encounters. Furthermore you will enjoy the services of our experienced safari guides who have enormous knowledge on wildlife as well as different sceneries in the country.

Take a step towards your ideal day tour that you wish to undertake by getting in touch with our personnel. Subsequently we will assist you with information and guide you where necessary so as to achieve your travel goals.

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Day Trip To Lake Nakuru [Itinerary]

We start our day trip bright and early from Nairobi. A representative from Kenya epic safaris will meet you at your hotel or pick you up from the airport and after briefing you he or she will hand you over to your assigned driver guide to facilitate your Lake Nakuru day trip.

You will be driven north, a brief stopover at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint where by we get to see part of the valley and take some photos/selfies. The valley runs from Jordan in Israel to Mozambique a distance of 8,000 miles.

Proceed on arriving the park in time for a mid-morning game drive. Lake Nakuru is often referred to as a bird’s paradise because of the millions of pink flamingos found here.

The lake’s view from the baboon cliff depicts a pink color due to the feather coloring of the flamingos hence the name “Pink Lake”. The park hosts 450 million different bird species both migratory and terrestrial.

The park is a world heritage site and recognized as a wetland of international importance. Lake Nakuru has over 50 mammal species and also serves as Black and white rhino sanctuary.

The park is home to the highest population of black rhino in Kenya along with white rhinos introduced from south Africa. There are no elephants at Lake Nakuru simply because of the size of the park, elephants require a large area with lots of vegetation to feed on.

Take a break for lunch at one of the lodges in the park. Later on we will embark on the afternoon game drive. Thereafter; exit the park and you will be driven back to Nairobi. Drop off at your hotel or the airport where your day trip ends.

  • Transport in a customized safari van with a pop up roof ideal for game viewing .
  • Park entrance fees.
  • Lunch.
  • Services of an English speaking safari guide.
  • Complimentary Bottled water 1 Litre per person per day.
  • All government taxes.
  • International airfares.
  • All expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, hard drinks, soft drinks and laundry.
  • Tips.
  • Visas.
  • Travel Insurance.
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Know Your Park

Lake Nakuru is one of the alkaline lakes of the Great Rift Valley. The lake is also known as “Pink Lake” or Africa Bird’s Paradise. It  is ideally located in central Kenya within Lake Nakuru National park. The park occupies an area of 188 km2 while the lake occupies an area of 62 km2. 

The lake is famous for the millions of flamingos that flock the lake although flamingos are unpredictable birds and are not always to be found in such vast numbers. From  the baboon cliff the lake looks pink in color due to the flamingos. The topography at Lake Nakuru consists of grasslands alternating with rocky cliffs and outcrops, acacia woodlands and a forest made up of euphorbia trees. 

There are two species of flamingos namely lesser flamingo and greater flamingos, they feed on algae, which flourishes due to the warm alkaline waters of the lake. Apart from flamingos other bird species include ducks, pelicans, cormorants, plovers, vultures, eagles, and buzzards. 

Lake Nakuru has over 50 mammal species which include hippos, reed bucks, water bucks, rothschild giraffes, baboons, black and white colobus monkey, hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, lions, gazelles and impalas among others.