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Safaris in Kenya. Lake Nakuru is one of the Rift Valley soda lakes at an elevation of 1,754 m above sea level. Lake Nakuru National Park is one of the Rift Valley soda lake at an elevation of 1,754 m above sea level.

It lies to the south of Nakuru, in the rift valley of Kenya and is protected by Lake Nakuru National Park. The lake’s abundance of algae used to attract a vast quantity of flamingos that famously lined the shore. Visitors can enjoy the wide ecological diversity and varied habitats that range from Lake Nakuru itself to the surrounding escarpment and picturesque ridges.

The Park is ideal for bird watching, hiking, picnic and game drives for this 2-Days Lake Nakuru safari

  • Lake Nakuru: Known for thousands of flamingos (seasonal) and other waterbirds.

  • Rhino Sanctuary: One of the best places in Kenya to see both black and white rhinos.

  • Big Cats & Other Wildlife: Lions, leopards, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, and waterbucks.

  • Scenic Views: Baboon Cliff, Makalia Falls, and expansive lake vistas.

  • Luxury: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge, The Cliff Nakuru.

  • Mid-range: Lake Nakuru Lodge, Flamingo Hill Camp.

  • Budget: Guesthouses and lodges in nearby Nakuru town.

Itinerary

Day 1

Nairobi – Lake Nakuru

You will picked from your Nairobi hotel or at the airport for per-safari briefing the depart for Lake Nakuru, arriving for lunch. While on the highway you will see Mount Longonot (which is of volcanic origin),

After lunch you will have an afternoon game drive from 4:00pm to 6:30pm. To be seen in this 2-Days Lake Nakuru safari include leopards, lions, Rhino and Buffalo and other plains game except elephant.

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You may spot white rhino and the rare Rothschild’s giraffe that has five horns instead of the usual three and clear instead of spotted shanks (legs).

A visit to the baboon cliff offers a scenic panorama of the lake below, surrounded by a vast tract of euphorbia and acacia forest. Makalia falls within the park are an additional attraction. Dinner and overnight at the lodge

Day 2

Lake Nakuru – Nairobi

Today you will have an early morning game drive from 6:30am to 8:00am then back to the lodge for breakfast.

After breakfast you will pack your luggage and drive to Nairobi. You will be dropped off at the hotel of your choice or ta the airport

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