Lake Nakuru, a small (it varies from 5 to 30 square kilometers) shallow alkaline lake on the edge of the town of Nakuru lies about 160 kilometers north of Nairobi. It can therefore be visited in a day tour from the capital or more likely as part of a circuit taking in the Masai Mara or Lake Baringo and east to Samburu. The lake is world famous as the location of the greatest bird spectacle on earth - myriads of fuschia pink flamingoes whose numbers are legion, often more than a million maybe two. They feed on the abundant algae, which thrives in the warm waters. Scientists reckon that the flamingo population at Nakuru consumes about 250,000 kilos of algae per hectare of surface area per year. There are two types of flamingo species: the Lesser flamingo can be distinguished by its deep red carmine bill and pink plumage unlike the greater, which has a bill with a black tip. The Lesser flamingos are ones that are commonly pictured in documentaries mainly because they are large in number. Flamingo populations in Lake Nakuru are on a steady increase again. The numbers had been reduced due to the El-Nino weather pattern that flooded the lake, and changed the alkaline concentration. The flamingos feed on algae, created from their droppings mixing in the warm alkaline waters, and plankton. But flamingo are not the only avian attraction, also unforgettable are two fish eating birds, pelicans and cormorants. Despite the tepid and alkaline waters, a diminutive fish, tilapia grahami has flourished after being introduced in the early 1960's. The lake is rich in other birdlife. There are over 400 resident species on the lake and in the surrounding park. Thousands of both little grebes and white winged black terns are frequently seen as are stilts, avocets, ducks, and in the European winter the migrant waders.

Lake Nakuru National Park, which surrounds the lake, has recently been enlarged partly to provide a sanctuary for the black rhino. This undertaking has necessitated a fence - to keep out poachers rather than to restrict the movement of wildlife. The park now has more than 25 rhinos, one of the largest concentrations in the country, so the chances of spotting these survivors are good. There are also a number of Rothschild's giraffe, again translocated for safety from western Kenya beginning in 1977. Waterbuck are very common and both the Kenya species are found here. Among the predators are lion and leopard, the latter being seen much more frequently in recent times. The park also has large sized python snakes that inhabit the dense woodlands, and can often be seen crossing the roads or dangling from trees.

Lake Nakuru National Park

2 Days Lake Nakuru

Day 1: NAIROBI - LAKE NAKURU
After disembarking from your morning flight, you will be met and greeted by one of our customer service representative at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) or picked from your Nairobi Hotel. Your safari begins by road heading North West for 160kms away from the bustling "City Under The Sun" (Nairobi), to Lake Nakuru National Park. Located in the Rift Valley 1750 meters above sea level, Lake Nakuru is known as an ornithological paradise by birdwatchers because the lake is world famous as the location of the greatest bird spectacle on earth which boasts any where between one and two million lesser and greater pink flamingos that feed on the abundant algae thriving in the lakes warm waters. It is one of the few parks that have been specifically established (Gazetted) for the protection of birds specifically flamingoes, more than 450 species of birds have been recorded here. The park has also been established for the protection of endangered species such as the rhino and is also home to Columbus monkeys, Leopards, Giraffes, and a variety of plain antelope.

Lunch will be served at LAKE NAKURU LODGE, which, is situated in the south ecological niche of the park. The lodge with its friendly and competent staff is an oasis of comfort that provides first class customer service and offers commanding views of lesser flamingoes dotted with the greater flamingoes. It blends in perfectly well with its natural surroundings and animals often patrol peacefully close to the lodge adding to its captivating magic. For some R&R "Rest and Relaxation", the spacious logged and inviting Mamma Nikki's bar, the cool upstairs Rhino Paddock Cocktail bar overlooking the Lake and the enticing blue pool can be tremendously inviting.
An afternoon game drive around the lakeshore will be the main feature for the afternoon, dinner & overnight at LAKE NAKURU LODGE or SAROVA LION HILL LODGE (BLD).

Day 02: LAKE NAKURU - NAIROBI
Soon after breakfast you will be driven back to Nairobi arriving in the early afternoon.

4 Days Lake Nakuru National Park-  Masai Mara

Day 1; Lake Nakuru
Depart for a scenic drive down into the Rift Valley, to Lake Nakuru National Park, a bird and rhino sanctuary and also a World Heritage site. Stop enroute at the Great Rift Valley for the stunning views. Arrive before lunch. The afternoon gamedrives allows spotting of the unrivalled wildlife in the park. Dinner and overnight at Lion Hill Lodge.

Day 2; Maasai Mara
After  breakfast, drive past the extinct volcano of Mt. Longonot. Arrive at the famous Maasai Mara in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive and overnight at the Mara Sopa Lodge/similar.

Day 3; Maasai Mara
Enjoy a day of uninterrupted game drives in this popular reserve, renowned for its huge numbers of plains' game such as wildebeest and zebra and its majestic predators (the lion being the gold). Other big five namely the elephant, the buffalo roam freely in the plains. Lunch and overnight at your lodge.

Day 4; Nairobi.
After breakfast, bid farewell to the Mara as you return to Nairobi, before lunch.

5 Days/4 Nights: Lake Nakuru - Lake Naivasha - Masai Mara

Day 1; Lake Nakuru
Depart for a scenic drive down into the Rift Valley, to Lake Nakuru National Park, a bird and rhino sanctuary and also a World Heritage site. Stop enroute at the Great Rift Valley for the stunning views. Arrive before lunch. The afternoon gamedrives allows spotting of the unrivalled wildlife in the park. Dinner and overnight at Lion Hill Lodge.

Day 2; Lake Naivasha
Morning game drive at Lake Nakuru. After breakfast depart for Lake Naivasha arriving in time for lunch at Lake Naivasha country club. Afternoon at leisure (optional boat rides). Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha country club.

Day 3; Maasai Mara
Breakfast at Lake Naivasha and depart for Maasai Mara arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at a lodge.

Day 4; Maasai Mara
Full day in Maasai Mara. With morning and afternoon game drive. All meals and overnight at a lodge.

Day 5; Nairobi
Breakfast at the lodge and depart for Nairobi to arrive by around 1400 hours

6 Days/5 Nights: Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara - Amboseli

Day 1. Lake Nakuru National Park.
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive to the Great Rift Valley. Lake Nakuru is an armchair in the Rift Valley Lakes. It is famous for great masses of pink flamingos. It contains the first Rhino sanctuary, other "Big Five" are also found here. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge/Similar.

Day 2. Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Morning game viewing drive and after breakfast, Depart for Maasai Mara crossing the Loita plains to the most scenic park in Kenya. Game viewing enroute to the Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Sopa Lodge/Simialar.

Day 3. Maasai Mara.
Morning and afternoon game drive searching for the "Big Five" among plenty of other plains game. extend to the Hippo point where they submerge at the approach of a vehicle only to surface seconds later to short and gamble their displeasure. Optional visit to maasai villages. Meals and overnight at Sopa Lodge/Similar.

Day 4. Amboseli National Park.
Early morning game drive, Breakfast and depart for Amboseli via Nairobi for lunch. After lunch proceed to Amboseli arriving to the Park at the foot of the mighty snow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak. Early evening game drive. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge.

Day 5. Amboseli.
Morning and afternoon game drive in the park with magnificent views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and chances of spotting the "Big Five" among other plains game. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge/Sopa Lodge.

Day 6. Nairobi.
Early morning game drive. After breakfast,  depart for Nairobi arriving in the afternoon.

The Tour Price includes:
- All airport transfers, surface ground transport and full gamedrives in a nine seater tourist van with a pop-up roof.
- Accommodation as stated. Lodges on full board basis.
- All park entrance fees
- Services of a tour guide cum driver and tour manager
- Use of the vehicle will be on private exclusive basis.

The Tour Price does not include:
- International tickets, visa costs
- Extras and items of a personal nature