Lake Nakuru National Park Day Trip
Description
The flamingoes that gather at Lake Nakuru National Park are considered one of Africa’s greatest natural sights, but the area’s wildlife and scenery go far beyond the bright pink birds. This 11.5-hour, private guided tour from Nairobi offers ample time to explore the park, spot animals on morning and afternoon game drives, and see birds and hippos from a boat on Lake Naivasha. 11.5-hour, private wildlife trip from Nairobi Visit two Great Rift Valley lakes See birds and wildlife in their natural habitat Travel by private car and boat Fully narrated tour Pickup and drop-off from Nairobi hotels Private guide ensures a personal experience
Tour Options
Itinerary
After meeting your guide at your hotel, airport or residence within Nairobi CBD at 6:00am, start your journey to Nakuru. While en route, stop at the Great Riff Valley view point where you will attain magnificent views of the escarpments. Arrive at Lake Nakuru by 9:00am, completing the 3-hour drive. Upon your arrival, start the 3-hour game drive with your guide and part. Break for lunch at a local restaurant . Depart the park at approximately 3:00pm and head to Lake Naivasha for a 1-hour boat ride {OPTIONAL}. While on the boat ride, enjoy bird watching, and hippo viewing. Once your boat ride comes to an end, return to the dock. Begin the drive to Nairobi for a 6:00pm arrival and get dropped off at your hotel, airport or residence within Nairobi CBD.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pickup all travelers in hotels (lobbies), Apartments & Airport (terminals/ pickup).
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(38)
The tour was great Kelvin was sure where to take us . Nakuru National park was exiting.
Thank you so much for booking your Lake Nakuru National Park Day Trip with Nivlek Tours.We are absolutely thrilled that you had an exciting tour with us! Kelvin is a fantastic guide, and we will be sure to pass along your wonderful compliments to him. He loves making sure our guests get the absolute most out of their wildlife experience.
Was there to see flamingoes and kelvin made sure we reached our dream. Highly recommend Nivlek Tours
Thank you so much for this wonderful 5-star review! We are absolutely delighted that we could help you fulfill your dream of seeing the flamingos at Lake Nakuru National Park. Kelvin is truly dedicated to making every trip special, and we will be sure to share your high praise and appreciation with him! Your strong recommendation means a lot to our team. We hope to host you on another dream adventure soon!
Recently, I took a tour to Lake Nakuru with my fiancée, which we booked through Nivlek Tours. Overall, it was a truly wonderful experience. The landscape was beautiful, and the highlight was seeing the flamingos and rhinos up close. Nivlek Tours organized everything excellently, so the trip went smoothly and pleasantly. It was the perfect place for an adventure for two – relaxing and exciting at the same time. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a stress-free day tour in the Rift Valley...
vielen Dank für die tolle 5-Sterne-Bewertung! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie und Ihre Verlobte einen so romantischen und unvergesslichen Tagesausflug zum Lake Nakuru Nationalpark mit uns verbracht haben. Es ist großartig zu hören, dass Ihnen die wunderschöne Landschaft gefallen hat und Sie die Flamingos und Nashörner aus nächster Nähe erleben konnten. Unser Ziel ist es immer, alles reibungslos zu organisieren, damit Sie sich entspannt zurücklehnen und das Abenteuer genießen können. Dass wir Ihnen eine stressfreie und perfekte Auszeit im Rift Valley bieten konnten, bedeutet uns sehr viel. Wir wünschen Ihnen beiden von Herzen eine wunderbare gemeinsame Zukunft und würden uns freuen, Sie bald wieder bei einem unserer Abenteuer begrüßen zu dürfen
We wanted to see the leopard , flamingos. Kelvin tried his best by making sure we saw them. He is knowledgeable and knew where to take us . We were glad we saw so many animals. Highly recommend the tour.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review!We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had the most amazing tour with your peers at Lake Nakuru National Park. Kelvin is indeed a valued member of our team, and we will be sure to pass along your kind words to him. He always goes above and beyond to ensure our guests spot the incredible wildlife, especially elusive leopards and beautiful flamingos.Your recommendation means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for another unforgettable safari experience in the future!
We saw lots of framingoes,rhinos and a cheetah . I recommend the tour
Thank you for the wonderful review. we're so glad you enjoyed the views at Lake Nakuru National park. As Nivlek Tours We really appreciate the recommendation and are happy we could make your day trip so memorable.
The Rhino was the animal we wanted to together with the flamingos . Kelvin made sure we saw them . Thank you Nivlek Tours.
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We are absolutely thrilled that we could help you check those rhinos and flamingos off your bucket list. Seeing them in their natural habitat at Lake Nakuru is always a magical experience, and we're so glad you enjoyed. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon.
"Justfor Adventure Tours exceeded expectations! Their team crafted an unforgettable eco-tour experience in Nakuru - wildlife viewing was top-notch, guides were knowledgeable, and the cultural tour was a highlight. Would definitely recommend for authentic, sustainable adventures "
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your Lake Nakuru National Park Day Trip with Nivlek Tours exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the wildlife viewing and found our guides knowledgeable. We are particularly glad that the hiking, nature walk, and cultural tour were highlights of your eco-tour experience. Providing authentic and sustainable adventures is a core part of our mission, and your recommendation means a lot to our entire team. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable journey.
Our main aim was to see the framing ones. We booked with Nivlek tours and Kelvin the guide didn't disappoint. He made sure we saw the birds, along other animals , the lion , buffalo, rhino , leopard and lots of antelopes
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Nivlek Tours for your adventure! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your main goal of seeing the "flaming ones"—our beautiful flamingos—was a success. It is also fantastic that you were able to spot the rest of the "Big Five" (minus the elephant, which is not found in this park) We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back for another dream destination trip.
We had an amazing day! Everything from booking til communicating with the firm to the punctual pickup was splendid. Can really recommend traveling with them! Kelvin, our guide was excellent. He had great knowledge about all the animals and the nature. He put great effort into our wishes and desires and contributed to a great day. The stop at Lake Naivasha is also a big recommend. Close encounters with hippos and some rare bird sightings.
Thank you so much for your glowing review and for choosing Nivlek Tours for your private adventure to Lake Nakuru National Park! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing day and that everything, from your initial booking and communication with our firm to the punctual pickup, met your expectations. It is our goal to provide a seamless and professional experience from start to finish .We are especially happy to hear your kind words about Kelvin. He is indeed a valued member of our team, and we will be sure to share your "10 out of 5 stars" rating with him. He takes great pride in his knowledge of Kenya’s incredible wildlife and nature, and it’s wonderful to know he was able to tailor the day to your specific wishes.Thank you again for your recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable journey in the future!
Nakuru visit was epic. We saw the endangered species, the Rothschild,black and white Rhino. Saw the leopard and the lion. Kelvin is the best. Highly recommend
Thank you for taking time to leave this wonderful review. We appreciate your kind words about Kelvin, and it's fantastic to know he was the best guide for your adventure. We pride ourselves on our expert local guides and exceptional service, and feedback like yours truly motivates our entire team to deliver unforgettable experiences.
