Nakuru Safaris – Lake Nakuru National Park
Nakuru is Kenya’s fourth largest city, nestled in the Great Rift Valley, just 160 km from Nairobi (3‑4 hours drive). It is famous for Lake Nakuru National Park – a soda lake that once hosted millions of pink flamingos, and today remains a premier rhino sanctuary, home to both black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, leopards, and over 400 bird species.
Top Attractions in Nakuru
Baboon Cliff
Panoramic viewpoint overlooking the entire lake – best for sunrise photography and spotting baboons.
Rhino Sanctuary
One of Kenya’s most successful rhino sanctuaries – high chance of seeing both black and white rhinos.
Menengai Crater
One of the largest calderas in the world, offering hiking and spectacular views of Nakuru town.
Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
Archaeological site with Neolithic and Iron Age remains – museum and walking trail.
🎟️ Lake Nakuru National Park Fees (2026)
- Citizen (KES): Adult 1,500 / Child 750
- Resident (KES): Adult 2,025 / Child 1,050
- Non‑resident (USD): Adult 90 / Child 45
- African Citizen (USD): Adult 50 / Child 25
Fees per person per day. Pay via eCitizen or at the gate (Nderit, Lanet, or Main Gate).
🏨 Where to Stay in Nakuru
- Sarova Lion Hill Lodge – luxury lodge inside the park, stunning lake views.
- Flamingo Hill Tented Camp – authentic tented camp near the park.
- Lake Nakuru Lodge – eco‑lodge with waterhole and wildlife at your doorstep.
- Mbweha Camp – intimate lava‑stone cottages in a private conservancy.
- Midland Hotel Nakuru – heritage hotel in the city centre.
- Hotel Waterbuck – modern comfort 12km from the park.
- Punda Milias Camp – budget to mid‑range camping and cottages.
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📦 Nakuru Safari Packages
2 Days Lake Nakuru Sarova Lion Hill Safari
Private 4x4, 1 night at Sarova Lion Hill, game drives, full board.
3 Days Lake Nakuru Lodge Safari
2 nights at Lake Nakuru Lodge, full board, morning and afternoon game drives.
Nakuru Day Trip from Nairobi
Early departure, game drive, picnic lunch, return evening.
4 Days Nakuru & Naivasha Safari
2 nights Nakuru + 1 night Naivasha. Boat ride, Crescent Island, Hell’s Gate.
✨ Why Visit Nakuru with Noomurua?
- Short drive from Nairobi – perfect for weekend getaways.
- Excellent rhino viewing – one of the best places in Kenya.
- Variety of accommodation: budget camps, mid‑range lodges, luxury resorts.
- Combine easily with Naivasha, Hell’s Gate, or Masai Mara.