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Take a trip to Lake Nakuru National Park on your Kenya Vacation
Lake Nakuru National Park is found in Central Kenya in the Nakuru District of the Rift Valley Province. On a Kenya safari, the park consists of the lake which is surrounded by mainly wooded and bushy grassland. The water coverage makes up around one-third of the total area of the park.
The land was initially protected as a conservation area in 1957 before becoming a national park in 1960. It is now one of Kenya’s two Premium Parks. It was originally conceived as a bird sanctuary as the region is an important stop on the African-Eurasian migratory flyway. Today the area is rich in bird life with over 400 resident species on the lake or in the surrounding park.
One of the major attractions of Lake Nakuru on a Kenyan safari is the thousands, sometimes millions of flamingos that nest along the shores. The flamingos feed on the algae from the lake which thrives in warm water. Scientists believe that the flamingo population eats on average around 250,000 kg of algae per hectare of surface area annually.
Lake Nakuru National Park is the only fully fenced park in Kenya. The fences help maintain a sanctuary for Rothschild giraffes and black and white rhinos. This sanctuary was the first national Rhino sanctuary and hosts one of the world’s highest concentrations of black rhinos. Additional species found in the park include lions, cheetahs and leopards, waterbucks and even pythons among others.
Lake Nakuru National Park is the only fully fenced park in Kenya. The fences help maintain a sanctuary for Rothschild giraffes and black and white rhinos. This sanctuary was the first national Rhino sanctuary and hosts one of the world’s highest concentrations of black rhinos. Additional species found in the park include lions, cheetahs and leopards, waterbucks and even pythons among others.
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Amboseli National Park, Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, and Samburu National ParkDesigned for deeper discovery, this two-week trip covers Kenya’s top parks with small-group game drives and premium lodges
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East Africa Odyssey
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiThis Kenya and Tanzania small group safari delivers the best of East Africa with top parks, premium accommodation and great value.
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Classic Kenya: Samburu to Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiJourney through Kenya's diverse landscapes on a private safari from Samburu and Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru and the legendary Masai Mara. Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing, memorable cultural encounters and special experiences along the way.
8 days
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Best of East Africa: Kenya & Tanzania Safaris
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiVivid landscapes and extraordinary creatures await in East Africa. Witness the majestic migration across the Serengeti and share moments with the iconic Maasai people.
14 days
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Kenya Safari Trilogy: Ol Pejeta, Soysambu & Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, and NairobiLandscapes and wildlife await in Kenya. This immersive safari showcases rare rhinos, flamboyant flamingos, and the Maasai's rich culture in breathtaking settings.
9 days
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Jambo Kenya Safari Highlights
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Amboseli National Park, and NairobiUnravel the magic of Kenya's wild landscapes. From elephant-filled Amboseli to the plains of the Masai Mara, this safari immerses you in nature's wonders.
7 days
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Kenya Odyssey
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiSmall group travel offers unbeatable value on this iconic trip featuring some of Kenya’s best game parks.
8 days
From US$4,049/p.p.
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Highlights of Kenya: Masai Mara to Amboseli
Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, and NairobiSee Kenya’s highlights in one week - Masai Mara, Nakuru, Amboseli & Nairobi - with great-value lodge stays.
7 days
From US$3,266/p.p.
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The Best of Kenya: Nairobi, Masai Mara & Amboseli
Amboseli National Park, Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, and Samburu National ParkDesigned for deeper discovery, this two-week trip covers Kenya’s top parks with small-group game drives and premium lodges
13 days
From US$8,173/p.p.
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East Africa Odyssey
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiThis Kenya and Tanzania small group safari delivers the best of East Africa with top parks, premium accommodation and great value.
14 days
From US$10,970/p.p.
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Classic Kenya: Samburu to Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiJourney through Kenya's diverse landscapes on a private safari from Samburu and Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru and the legendary Masai Mara. Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing, memorable cultural encounters and special experiences along the way.
8 days
From US$4,473/p.p.
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Best of East Africa: Kenya & Tanzania Safaris
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiVivid landscapes and extraordinary creatures await in East Africa. Witness the majestic migration across the Serengeti and share moments with the iconic Maasai people.
14 days
From US$12,658/p.p.
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Kenya Safari Trilogy: Ol Pejeta, Soysambu & Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, and NairobiLandscapes and wildlife await in Kenya. This immersive safari showcases rare rhinos, flamboyant flamingos, and the Maasai's rich culture in breathtaking settings.
9 days
From US$6,944/p.p.
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Jambo Kenya Safari Highlights
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Amboseli National Park, and NairobiUnravel the magic of Kenya's wild landscapes. From elephant-filled Amboseli to the plains of the Masai Mara, this safari immerses you in nature's wonders.
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Goway guests can enjoy unforgettable moments like bush breakfasts, night game drives, and personalized safaris in luxury tented camps
The Samburu Reserve is one of the most colourful game-viewing areas in the country, home to species found nowhere else—like the reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra
In peak months like August, the migration draws huge crowds to the river crossings. But conservancies around the Mara limit vehicle numbers, so you still get intimate wildlife moments
Kenya offers the best wildlife viewing with the world-renowned Masai Mara, plus unique species only found in places like Samburu.
I wouldn’t recommend self-driving as Kenya’s roads can be tricky, and they drive on the left side, which can confuse visitors used to North American systems
Lesser flamingos make for a great photo opportu...
Lion cubs lying on a fallen tree makes for a gr...
A peaceful view of Lake Nakuru
A Great White pelican
Family of rhino sleep on the ground
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