Park & nature
Lake Nakuru
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Lake Nakuru is a shallow, alkaline lake in the Great Rift Valley, famous for its massive flocks of flamingos that turn the shoreline pink. The lake is the centerpiece of Lake Nakuru National Park, a protected area that also hosts rhinos, giraffes, and lions. Visitors can drive along the lakeshore, spotting wildlife and enjoying views of the surrounding escarpments. The park's woodlands and grasslands offer diverse habitats, making it a birdwatcher's paradise with over 400 bird species. The lake's high alkalinity supports unique algae and invertebrates, which attract the flamingos.
Don't miss
- Observe thousands of flamingos feeding along the lake's edge, especially during the dry season.
- Game drives through the park to see black and white rhinos, lions, and leopards.
- Visit the Baboon Cliff viewpoint for panoramic vistas of the lake and Rift Valley.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Lake Nakuru
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inFull Day tour to Lake Nakuru National Park From Nairobi4.5★ · 12 travelers10–12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$90 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFull Day Lake Nakuru Park and optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha4.7★ · 95 travelers9–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$202 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleLake Nakuru National Park Day Tour5★ · 15 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$140 per personSee dates →More attractions in Nakuru