EXPLORE
Lake Nakuru
KENYA’S RHINO SANCTUARY
A soda lake ringed by acacia woodland and cliffs, Lake Nakuru is one of Kenya’s most important rhino sanctuaries and a birding paradise.
A Sanctuary of Pink and Grey
Lake Nakuru National Park – Kenya
The Lake Nakuru National Park lies within Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, a soda lake ringed by acacia woodland, grassland and dramatic escarpment cliffs. Once famous chiefly for its flamingo flocks, the park has become one of Kenya’s most important rhino sanctuaries.
Both black and white rhino thrive within the park’s protected boundaries, alongside healthy populations of lion, leopard and Rothschild’s giraffe. Its compact size and well-maintained roads make it one of Kenya’s most rewarding and accessible parks.
Park entry fees, opening hours and current conservation regulations are published by the Kenya Wildlife Service.
Why Visit Lake Nakuru?
Rhino Sanctuary
One of Kenya’s most important populations of black and white rhino.
Flamingo Flocks
Vast numbers gather along the lake in the right season.
Rothschild's Giraffe
A healthy population of this endangered subspecies.
The Big Five
Elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino all found here.
Compact & Accessible
Excellent wildlife viewing in a smaller, easy-to-explore park.
Rich Birdlife
Over 450 recorded bird species around the lake.
Best Time to Visit
Dry Season
Short Dry Spell
Short Rains
Long Rains
WILDLIFE
Meet the Lake Nakuru Wildlife
From the Big Five to the smallest creatures, Lake Nakuru is home to an extraordinary variety of wildlife.