Lake Nakuru was first gazetted as a bird sanctuary in 1960 and upgraded to National Park status in 1968.Pelicans congregate on the lake.
Overview
Lake Nakuru National Park is a protected area in Kenya located about 160 km northwest of Nairobi. The park was established in 1961 and covers an area of about 188 km², with the main feature being Lake Nakuru, a shallow alkaline lake that is home to thousands of flamingos and other water birds.
Here are some of the things you can do and see in Lake Nakuru National Park:
- Game drives: Lake Nakuru National Park is home to a variety of wildlife such as lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, and more. Game drives are the best way to see these animals up close in their natural habitat.
- Bird watching: The park is a birdwatcher’s paradise with over 450 bird species, including thousands of flamingos that flock to the lake, making it a beautiful sight.
- Rhino sanctuary: Lake Nakuru National Park is one of the few places in Kenya where you can see both black and white rhinos. The park has a rhino sanctuary where these endangered animals are protected from poaching.
- Hiking: There are several hiking trails in the park that offer scenic views of the lake, waterfalls, and the surrounding landscape.
- Picnicking: There are designated picnic areas in the park where visitors can enjoy the scenery and have a picnic lunch.
- Visit Makalia Falls: The Makalia Falls are a beautiful sight to behold, especially during the rainy season when the water flow is high.
- Visit the Baboon Cliff: This viewpoint provides a panoramic view of the park, including the lake, the wildlife, and the surrounding hills.
