Kenya

Lake Nakuru & Naivasha

Lake Nakuru & Naivasha

Set within Kenya's Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru National Park is a fully fenced rhino sanctuary, protecting healthy populations of both black and white rhino in a relatively compact, easy-to-explore area.

The lake itself has fluctuated in size and salinity over the years, and when conditions align, it draws spectacular numbers of lesser flamingo, painting its shoreline pink.

Lake Nakuru & Naivasha

Wildlife & Highlights

Nearby Lake Naivasha offers a gentler complement — boat rides among hippo pods and a walking safari on predator-free Crescent Island, where giraffe, zebra and antelope can be approached on foot.

Best Time To Visit

A year-round destination, since rhino sightings and the general game viewing don't depend heavily on season.

Quick Facts
CircuitKenya
Best Known ForRhino Sanctuary, Flamingos
Best TimeYear-Round
Closest GatewayDrive from Nairobi (2-3 hrs)
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