4 Days Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru Safari

Your safari begins with a morning pickup from Nairobi and a scenic drive to Lake Naivasha, passing through the beautiful Rift Valley landscapes with farmland, rolling hills, and occasional wildlife sightings along the way. Upon arrival, you check in to your lodge or camp and enjoy lunch while taking in the serene views of the lake and surrounding vegetation.

In the afternoon, you may enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Naivasha, offering close encounters with hippos, water birds, and sometimes even monitor lizards along the shoreline. The peaceful lake environment is ideal for photography and bird watching. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.

After breakfast, spend a full day exploring the scenic beauty of Lake Naivasha and its surroundings. You can opt for a morning nature walk or a guided visit to Crescent Island, where walking safaris allow you to observe wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and antelopes in a more intimate and natural setting.

The afternoon can be spent relaxing at the lodge, enjoying the lake views, or taking another boat trip to fully appreciate the tranquil environment. Lake Naivasha is also an excellent location for bird enthusiasts, with numerous species populating the area year-round. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

After breakfast, you depart Lake Naivasha and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s most iconic parks. The drive offers scenic views of the Rift Valley escarpments and fertile farmland. Upon arrival, check in to your lodge or camp and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive.

Lake Nakuru is world famous for its flamingo population that often covers the shoreline, creating a spectacular pink spectacle. In addition, the park is home to both black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and buffaloes. Afternoon game drives provide excellent opportunities for photography and close wildlife encounters. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Nakuru.

After an early breakfast, embark on a final morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. This is your chance to explore more of the park’s diverse habitats, spotting wildlife that may have been missed the previous day. The contrasting scenery of woodlands, savannah, and the lake shore creates a unique backdrop for wildlife viewing.

Following the morning game drive, you check out and begin the drive back to Nairobi. The journey takes you through scenic parts of the Rift Valley, allowing for last glimpses of Kenya’s countryside. You arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon or early evening, marking the end of your 4 days Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru safari, leaving you with memorable wildlife encounters and scenic experiences.