Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha in Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya

Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha

Outty Ranking 69 4.8 · 91 traveler reviews11 hoursFrom $156

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69/100

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4.8/5

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Is Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha worth booking?

Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha is a 11-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $156 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 91 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
69 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (91)
Duration
11 hours
From
$156 per person

Enjoy this 11.5-hour tour of Lake Nakuru National Park, home to one of the most remarkable wild bird populations in all of Africa. Get up close with wildlife on a game viewing drive, and be on the lookout for the park’s

What you get

  • Private tour
  • Driver/guide
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or residency within Nairobi.
  • Live commentary on board
  • Airport pickup

About this experience

Enjoy this 11.5-hour tour of Lake Nakuru National Park, home to one of the most remarkable wild bird populations in all of Africa. Get up close with wildlife on a game viewing drive, and be on the lookout for the park’s amazing flamingos. Enjoy a 1-hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha as well before being transported back to your Nairobi hotel.

What's included

Included

  • Private tour
  • Driver/guide
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or residency within Nairobi.
  • Live commentary on board
  • Airport pickup

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees

What you'll see and do

  1. LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

    After meeting your guide at the hotel or residency within Nairobi CBD at 6:00am, start your journey to Nakuru. While en route, stop at the Great Riff Valley view point where you will attain magnificent views of the escarpments. Arrive at Lake Nakuru by 9:00am, completing the 3-hour drive. Upon your arrival, start the 3-hour game drive with your guide and part. Break for lunch at a local restaurant, Lake Nakuru Lodge. Alternatively, you may have a pre-arranged picnic lunch in the park.

    240 minutes here · Admission not included

  2. Lake Naivasha

    Have lunch, then continue to enjoy additional game drives on the way out. Depart the park at approximately 3:00pm and head to Lake Naivasha for a 1-hour boat ride. While on the boat ride, enjoy bird watching, eagle feeding, and hippo viewing. Once your boat ride comes to an end, return to the dock. Begin the drive to Nairobi for a 6:00pm arrival and get dropped off at the hotel or residency within CBD. NOTE: You will pay for your own entrance fees (60 USD per person) at the gate using VISA CARD. THEY DON'T ACCEPT CASH.

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Nairobi

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Returns to the starting point

Options you can book

  • With park entrance fee van

    Duration: 1 day Lake Nakuru National Park Van: The van has a pop up roof for easy game viewing and photography Pickup included

  • Day tour in a 4x4 cruiser jeep

    A 4X4 CRUISER JEEP: This option we have the safari in a Land cruiser jeep To Lake Nakuru . Lake Nakuru Park fees are included Pickup included

  • Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha

    Pickup included

  • A Land cruiser jeep.

    A 4x4 cruiser jeep.: This is a day tour to Lake Nakuru in a Land cruiser jeep with a pop up roof for easy game viewing and photographys Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Perfect Safaris

Know before you go

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
11 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
3+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$156 to $585
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
32
Verdict
Solid Choice

Who runs this experience

Operated by Perfect Safaris, who run 28 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.2 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

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Why this scores 69

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
Review evidence (18% weight)66
Booking momentum (14% weight)60
Value for money (12% weight)19
Listing quality (10% weight)83
Local standing (8% weight)50
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.

How much does Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha cost?

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Prices start at $156 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nairobi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha take?

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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nairobi is not rushed.

Is Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 91 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Nairobi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 11-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha?

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Around 32 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nairobi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nairobi and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Day Tour To Lake Nakuru Park With Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nairobi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Nairobi?

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On Outty we rank every Nairobi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep, 1 Day trip to Hells Gate and optional Lake Naivasha From Nairobi, Nairobi Masai village Day Tour Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Nairobi?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Nairobi?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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