Lake Nakuru National Park
KENYA’S RHINO SANCTUARY
A soda lake ringed by acacia woodland and cliffs, Lake Nakuru National Park is one of Kenya’s most important rhino sanctuaries and a birding paradise.
A Sanctuary Of Pink And Grey
Lake Nakuru National Park – Kenya
Lake Nakuru National Park lies within Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, a soda lake ringed by acacia woodland, grassland and dramatic escarpment cliffs. Its compact size makes it one of the easiest parks in Kenya to explore thoroughly in a short visit.
The park protects one of the country’s most important black and white rhino populations, alongside Rothschild’s giraffe and, in the right season, vast flocks of flamingo along the shoreline.
Why Lake Nakuru National Park Rewards A Short Visit
A Vital Rhino Sanctuary
One of Kenya’s most important populations of both black and white rhino.
Spectacular Flamingo Flocks
Vast numbers gather along the lake shoreline when conditions are right.
Rothschild's Giraffe
A healthy, protected population of this endangered giraffe subspecies.
The Big Five, In One Compact Park
Elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino are all found within the park.
Compact And Easy To Explore
Excellent wildlife viewing packed into a smaller, easy-to-explore park.
Rich Birdlife
Over 450 recorded bird species live around the lake.
WHEN TO GO
When To Visit Lake Nakuru National Park
The Dry Season
Clear skies and excellent overall game viewing.
The Short Dry Spell
Comfortable weather in the gap between the two rainy seasons.
The Short Rains
Lush green scenery, with noticeably fewer visitors on the tracks.
The Long Rains
The quietest season of the year, with dramatic skies over the lake.
WILDLIFE
Wildlife You Can Expect To See At Lake Nakuru
From the Big Five to the smallest creatures, Lake Nakuru National Park holds an extraordinary variety of wildlife.
Black Rhino
White Rhino
Lion
Rothschild's Giraffe
Flamingo
EXPERIENCES
Things To Do In Lake Nakuru National Park
Guided Game Drives
Track black and white rhino across the park’s grassland.
Flamingo Viewing
Watch flamingo flocks gather along the lake’s shoreline.
Baboon Cliff Viewpoint
Take in sweeping views over the lake and the surrounding park.
Birdwatching
Explore one of Kenya’s richest lakeside bird habitats.
Rothschild's Giraffe Sightings
Spot this endangered giraffe subspecies out on the grassland.
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