Asante Africa Safaris

Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park is one of Kenya’s most scenic and wildlife-rich parks, located in the heart of the Great Rift Valley. World-famous for its flamingos and alkaline lake, the park is also a premier rhino sanctuary, offering excellent chances to spot both black and white rhinos. Surrounded by wooded and bushy grasslands, cliffs, and waterfalls, Lake Nakuru combines spectacular landscapes with abundant wildlife, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers, photographers, and safari travelers.

Highlights

  • Famous flamingos and pelicans on Lake Nakuru
  • One of Kenya’s best rhino sanctuaries (black & white rhino)
  • Excellent chances to see tree-climbing lions
  • Scenic viewpoints: Baboon Cliff, Lion Hill, and Makalia Falls
  • Rich birdlife with over 450 bird species
  • Beautiful mix of lake,
  • woodland, and grassland habitats
  • Home to giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, and leopards
    Easy access from Nairobi

At a Glance

  • Location: Rift Valley, northwest of Nairobi
  • Size: Approx. 188 km²
  • Famous for: Flamingos & rhinos
  • Best time to visit: Year-round, best June–October
  • Wildlife: Rhinos, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos
  • Birdlife: Over 450 species
  • Activities: Game drives, bird watching, photography
  • Access: Road trip or short flight from Nairobi