Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park sits within the Great Rift Valley and is celebrated for its dense flocks of pink flamingos that once carpeted the lake shore in a shimmering blanket. Beyond birdlife, the park is a designated rhino sanctuary, home to both black and white rhino, along with Rothschild's giraffe, lions, and leopards.

Perfect as a short getaway from Nairobi or as part of a longer Rift Valley circuit, Mamayao Vibes Travels' Lake Nakuru tours combine birdwatching, rhino tracking, and scenic viewpoints like Baboon Cliff and Out of Africa Lookout.

• Best time to visit: Year-round; flamingo numbers vary seasonally
• Highlights: Flamingos, rhino sanctuary, Baboon Cliff viewpoint, Makalia Falls
• Distance from Nairobi: Approx. 160 km (2.5–3 hours by road)