Lake Nakuru National Park

Visited: Nov. 2024 Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2024 Submitted in:

Lake Nakuru National Park, located in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, is a renowned conservation area offering a unique blend of natural beauty and wildlife diversity. Covering an area of 188 square kilometers, the park is centered around Lake Nakuru, a shallow alkaline lake that attracts both migratory and resident bird species, including large flocks of flamingos. The park's landscape is characterized by diverse ecosystems, including lush woodlands, savanna grasslands, and rocky outcrops. The lake itself serves as a focal point, with its waters often hosting thousands of flamingos during peak seasons. The surrounding hills and escarpments, such as Baboon Cliff, offer panoramic views of the lake and the Rift Valley, making the park an ideal spot for photography and observation. The park is home to a wide range of other animals, including giraffes, various antelope species, lions, leopards, and zebras which we were able to see. Birdwatching is another key attraction. With over 400 bird species recorded, the park is considered a prime birding destination. While flamingos are the star attraction, other bird species, such as pelicans, herons, and egrets, can also be seen around the lake. Raptors, including eagles and hawks, are commonly spotted in the park’s forests and open grasslands. Lake Nakuru National Park offers a comprehensive wildlife experience, combining a rich variety of species with stunning landscapes. The park is particularly valuable for it serves as a critical site for birdwatching and wildlife conservation. With its diverse ecosystems, unique wildlife, and conservation significance, Lake Nakuru is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those interested in Kenya’s rich ecological heritage.

Visited: Feb. 2022 Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2023 Submitted in:

With its spectacular view, lake Nakuru National Park remains a true gem that captivates travelers. This park is a sanctuary for numerous bird species apart from flamingoes. Visiting this lake left me in awe. I with my friend had a good time watching birds. Game drive here gave us an opportunity to see variety of land animals including lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras and many other. This is a must visit park in Kenya if you are planning on a Kenyan Safari. I would love to go there again.

Visited: Jan. 2023 Reviewed: Feb. 03, 2023 Submitted in:

We visited Lake Nakuru with group of my travelling agent and bird watchers and we were not disappointed with how many birds we sported in this national park, The pink and white flamingoes did also NOT disappoint us with their noise and flying style. Thank you very much for the Kenya wildlife services for great time with your bird specialist.

Visited: Jul. 2019 Reviewed: Feb. 20, 2022 Submitted in:

Started the safari in Nairobi on early morning [6:00 am] headed for Lake Nakuru National Park and arrived in Nakuru City by 8:00 am. Took breakfast in a hotel within the town (now city) before proceeding to the Menengai crater. The steep ascent to the observation point of the crater involved a mid-way stop to pay the conservation/entry fee at the gate. We also got a local guide who was very informative about the history of the area surrounding the crater. Information about how the Mau Mau freedom fighters used the nearby caves as hiding spots during Kenya's struggle for independence was interesting. The view from the top of the crater was breathtaking, giving the opportunity to see the crater floor. We left the Menengai crater and arrived at Lake Nakuru National Park gate by 2 pm. A guided safari in the park provided an opportunity to know much about the park and see several animal species. Left the park at 5:30 pm headed for Nairobi with arrival at 9 pm. * It's better to spend less time at the Menengai crater and more time at the Park ** Early arrival will allow you to explore all that the park offers.

Last year me and my family made a trip to Lake Nakuru National Park which is located on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. It is surrounded by wooded and bushy grassland, with wide ecological diversity and varied habitats that range from Lake Nakuru itself to the surrounding escarpment and picturesque ridges. Lake Nakuru National Park is ideal for bird watching. Also this park is also known to be the sanctuary for black and white rhino.

Amazing destination if you want to do a full day game drive with an assurance to sight the rare African white rhinos. The view of the lake itself is amazing from the viewpoint and sighting the variety of wild animals. Do not hesitate to visit this park for you'll not be disappointed.

As you enter the park, you are graced with the savannah bushland, beautiful untouched nature in its flamboyance. The zebras are the first animals that you will encounter, beautiful majestic beasts in their numbers, grazing so ever beautifully minding their own task. Within the national park there is a narrow dirt road where you can enjoy a slow game drive and see the beautiful animals that roam the park. As you reach the lake, the pink horizon finally reveals itself. Flamingos in their thousands add pink color to the blue,leaving you dumbfounded by the dazzling beauty that is this scenery, Lake Nakuru. Get your boots on and walk towards the shoreline where you will smell the aromas Nature has to offer. About a yard away, the buffalo grazes so quietly ignoring the chatter of the flamingos. When you think it's all over, there is a peak where you can hike and see the national park in its full glory while interacting with the monkeys. When you are in full connection with mother nature you are oblivious to time until she reminds you with a beautiful setting of the sun. The sunset leaves you realizing how lucky you are to be alive, to experience all these glory. As night approaches you can choose to set camp within the national park or return to town and book a hotel, awaiting for the next days adventure.

An attractive view of pink-hued flamingos sitting over the Lake Nakuru is the main attraction of visiting the Lake Nakuru National Park. This parks picturesque settings never fail to attract tourists from all over the world. You will feel delighted to watch the shallow soda lake and thousands of pearl-white pelicans and pink flamingos. The stunning ecosystem with greenery, scintillating waterfalls, and majestic cliffs makes Lake Nakuru National Park one of the best attractions in Kenya. This park promises year-round explorations.

Lake Nakuru National park is one of premium park in Kenya with over 300 species of birds and different type of animals even the cats. The park is very close to Nairobi, you can even go for a day trip and come back to Nairobi. Lake Nakuru is very awesome place to visit while in Kenya. A lifetime adventure!

In Lake Nakuru we have the two types of flamingos: lesser and greater which frequent the lake as non breeding visitors, it has been recorded over 430 different species of birds amazing don't you think this is a bird watching paradise for bird lovers! The wildlife on the other hand is also great with white and black rhino,hippos,spotted hyenas, buffalo and waterbucks. Baboon cliff and its lookout point offer finest view across the lake and over the shimmering fringe of pink around the lake's white shores breath taking view!! The accommodation is superb Lake Nakuru Lodge is one of a kind from the rooms to the dinning hall simply amazing. Would definitely recommend this park.