Lake Naivasha & Lake Nakuru Day Trip

Experience the best of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley on a thrilling day trip to Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru. Enjoy a scenic drive from Nairobi, explore Lake Naivasha by boat while spotting hippos and rich birdlife, and visit the beautiful Crescent Island for a walking safari. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and other wildlife against the backdrop of the lake and acacia forests. A perfect day of nature, wildlife, and breathtaking views.

Included/Excluded

Pick-up and drop-off from your Nairobi hotel or residence
Transport in a comfortable safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Boat ride on Lake Naivasha
Guided walking safari on Crescent Island
Entry fees to Lake Nakuru National Park
Game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
Bottled drinking water

Tips and gratuities
Travel insurance
Drinks and personal expenses

Tour Plan

Day Trip Lake Naivasha & Lake Nakuru

06:00 AM – Pick-Up from Nairobi

Depart early from your hotel or residence in Nairobi for a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, with a brief photo stop at the viewpoint.

08:00 AM – Arrival at Lake Naivasha

Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha, spotting hippos, waterbirds, and stunning views.
Visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, antelope, and more. No predators here, so it's safe on foot.

10:30 AM – Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park

Drive through beautiful landscapes on your way to Lake Nakuru, arriving by midday.

12:30 PM – Lunch at a Lodge

Enjoy a buffet or set menu lunch at a lodge inside or near the park.

01:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park

Embark on a game drive to spot white and black rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, lions, and possibly leopards.
Visit viewpoints like Baboon Cliff for panoramic views of the lake and its surroundings.
Watch for flamingos, pelicans, and other bird species along the lake shore.