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Full Day Tour to Lake Nakuru National Park from Nairobi | Cruzeiro Safaris

This tour offers a full day of exploration of the Lake Nakuru National Park from Nairobi, Kenya. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the African wilderness on this guided tour.

Duration:
6am - 7pm, Daily
Transport:
4x4 wheel drive or safari minivans
Tour Type:
Small Group Tour, Wildlife, Birds,join-in
SKU:
LNS-001-2024
Group size:
Min 2

$ 150.00

Discount:
- 10%

Available!

Select preferred date for the tour:

Special offer

- 10% per adult
From
No limit To No limit
Condition
Number adult >=4






Full-Day Lake Nakuru National Park Safari from Nairobi — Best-Value Day Trip

  • Duration: Approximately 11 hours
  • Start Time: 6:00 AM
  • Availability: Daily
  • Tour Type: Private or Small Group
  • Transportation: Air-conditioned safari van or 4×4 Land Cruiser (pop-up roof)
  • Pick-Up: Hotel, residence, or Nairobi airport
  • Location: Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya
  • Lowest price in the market
  • Rhino sanctuary & pink flamingos
  • ‍✈️ Pro driver-guide

Important: Park entry fees are not included. Travelers pay them directly on the
Kenya eCitizen platform (Kenya Wildlife Service). Details below.

Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating full-day safari to Lake Nakuru National Park, famed for sweeping
flocks of pink flamingos and protected populations of white & black rhinos. Explore diverse
habitats—alkaline lake shores, woodlands, grasslands, cliffs, and waterfalls—on a wildlife-rich day trip
that’s perfect for nature lovers, birders, and photographers.

Itinerary

6:00 AM — Pick-Up from Nairobi

  • Early departure from your hotel, residence, or airport in a comfortable safari vehicle.

8:30 AM — Great Rift Valley Viewpoint

  • Photo stop over the dramatic escarpment vistas.

9:30 AM — Arrive Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Begin an extensive game drive around the lake, acacia forest, and open plains.

12:30 PM — Lunch at a Park Lodge

  • Enjoy a relaxing meal at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge or Lake Nakuru Lodge (subject to availability).

2:00 PM — Afternoon Game Drive

  • Continue wildlife viewing; visit Baboon Cliff for sweeping panoramas.

3:30 PM — Makalia Waterfalls

  • Soak in the serenity of Makalia Falls (road/seasonal access permitting).

4:00 PM — Depart for Nairobi

  • Scenic return drive reflecting on the day’s sightings.

~6:30 PM — Drop-Off

  • Drop-off at your original pick-up point or preferred central location.

Timings are approximate and may vary with traffic, road conditions, and wildlife activity.

✅ What’s Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off (hotel, residence, or Nairobi airport)
  • Transport in a safari van or 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Lunch at a selected lodge within the park
  • Drinking water available — please bring a reusable bottle

❌ What’s Not Included

  • Lake Nakuru National Park entry fees — pay directly to Kenya Wildlife Service via the eCitizen platform (see “How to Pay”)
  • Additional drinks during lunch
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities (optional)

How to Pay Park Fees on eCitizen (Direct to KWS)

  1. Go to eCitizen and sign in / create an account with your email.
  2. Choose Services → Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) → Park Entry.
  3. Select Lake Nakuru National Park, your visit date, visitor category (Non-Resident / Resident / EAC), and party size.
  4. Complete payment online and download your receipt / QR code.
  5. Bring the digital or printed receipt plus your passport/ID for verification at the gate.

Rates are set by KWS and may change without notice. We’ll guide you through the process after booking.

Good to Know

  • Confirmation: Sent at the time of booking.
  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.
  • Children: Must be accompanied by an adult.
  • What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, hat, sunscreen, binoculars, and a reusable water bottle.
  • Health: Not recommended for travelers with serious back problems; not ideal during late pregnancy.

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

  • Rich Wildlife: High chance to see rhinos, lions, giraffes, buffalo, and prolific birdlife.
  • Scenic Diversity: Alkaline lake shores, waterfalls, cliffs, and acacia woodlands.
  • Convenient Day Trip: Big-value safari close to Nairobi.
  • Lowest Price in the Market: We keep our tour price down by letting you pay park fees directly to KWS on eCitizen — no mark-ups.
Important — Single / Solo Traveler

Please check our main website for scheduled departures you can join before booking. If no group is available on your date, do not book and pay — no refunds for unjoined solo bookings.

https://cruzeiro-safaris.com/nairobi-tours/product/nairobi-national-park-safari/

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3 reviews for Full Day Tour to Lake Nakuru National Park from Nairobi | Cruzeiro Safaris

  1. admin

    Reviewed on:7-Nov-2011 Reviewed by:Monika – Bonn, Germany Rating: 4 Conduction date: 5-Nov-2011
    “Sehr schöne Tour”
    Alles an einem Tag: Tier, schöne Landschaften und gutes Essen.

  2. admin

    Reviewed on:24-Aug-2012 Reviewed by:Joachim – Rielasingen, Germany Rating: 4 Conduction date: 20-Aug-2012
    “alles o.k., individuelle Betreuung, da einzigste Teilnehmer”
    sehr interessante Rundfahrt mit Büffeln, Rhinos, Giraffen…

  3. admin

    Reviewed on:27-Jul-2017 Reviewed by:antoinette – Belgium Rating: 5 Conduction date: 19-Jul-2017, 6:00
    “Erg leuk!!”
    Genoten!!

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