Highlights & Rates
On this 2 Days Lake Nakuru Self-Drive, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley to the stunning Lake Nakuru National Park. Once there, you’ll experience incredible wildlife encounters, including rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, and the possibility of spotting lions and leopards. The park is also famous for its birdlife, especially flamingos and other waterfowl. A visit to Baboon Cliff offers breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and surrounding areas. With game drives, beautiful landscapes, and opportunities to relax, this trip offers a perfect blend of wildlife, nature, and tranquility, topped off with delicious meals and the freedom of self-driving at your own pace.
| HOTEL | VALIDITY | COST |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel WaterBuck | 5th Jan-22nd Dec | Ksh.7,500 |
| Ziwa Bush Lodge | 1st Apr-31st Mar 1st Apr-30th Jun | Ksh.9,300 Ksh.7,900 |
| Mbweha Camp | 3rd Jan-30th Jun | Ksh.11,300 |
| Flamingo Hill Tented Camp | 2nd Jan-31st Mar | Ksh.11,500 |
| Lake Nakuru Lodge | 1st Jan-31st Mar 1st Apr-30th Jun | Ksh.11,700 Ksh.8,900 |
| Lake Nakuru Sopa | 2nd Jan-31st Mar 1st Apr-31st May | Ksh.11,800 Ksh.9,200 |
| Sarova Lionhill Game Lodge | 3rd Jan-17th Apr 18th -21st Apr | Ksh.12,600 Ksh.13,500 |
| Sarova woodlands | 5th Jan-22nd Dec | Ksh.13,700 |
| The Cliff | 3rd Jan-31st May 1st-30th Jun | Ksh.24,200 Ksh.32,900 |
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Begin your self-drive journey from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru, a 2 to 2.5-hour drive (about 160 km) via the Naivasha route. After checking into your accommodation, you can take some time to relax and enjoy the surroundings. In the afternoon, head into Lake Nakuru National Park for a game drive. The park is known for its abundance of wildlife, including rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, and the famous flamingos that often line the shores of Lake Nakuru. If you’re lucky, you may also spot lions and leopards. After your game drive, return to your lodge or campsite for dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Start your day early with a morning game drive, offering another chance to see wildlife at its most active. Lake Nakuru is also home to numerous bird species, including the endangered white rhino and black rhino, as well as plenty of waterfowl. After your game drive, return to your accommodation for breakfast, then check out. Before leaving, you can visit the Baboon Cliff for stunning panoramic views of the lake and the surrounding park. Begin your journey back to Nairobi in the late morning or early afternoon, arriving in the city by late afternoon or early evening.
