2-Day Naivasha + Lake Nakuru Safari
Description
This 2-day safari combines the refreshing beauty of Lake Naivasha with the rich wildlife experience of Lake Nakuru National Park. Guests enjoy a peaceful boat ride, walking safari on Crescent Island, and an overnight stay in Nakuru, followed by a rewarding morning game drive in Lake Nakuru, home to rhinos, big cats, Rothschild giraffes, and diverse birdlife.
Perfect for travellers who want a mix of relaxation, scenery, and high-quality wildlife viewing within a short time from Nairobi.
Travel Style: Private Safari by 4x4 Land Cruiser
Dates: Flexible (All-Year Availability)
Group Size: 2 Adults
Start/End: Nairobi – Nairobi
Inclusions
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with professional driver-guide
Boat ride on Lake Naivasha
Accommodation & meals in Nakuru (your choice of lodge)
Sanctuary Farm Island walking safari
Lake Nakuru National Park entry fees
Bottled drinking water during the safari
Government taxes and park levies
Nairobi pick-up and drop-off
Exclusions
Lunches and beverages in Naivasha
Optional Naivasha activities (horse riding, Hell’s Gate, Olkaria Spa)
Personal expenses & tips
Travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi → Naivasha (Boat Ride + Crescent Island Walk) → Continue to Nakuru → Overnight in Nakuru
Day 2: Morning Game Drive in Lake Nakuru → Return to Nairobi
Day-by-Day Experience
Day 1: Nairobi → Lake Naivasha → Nakuru
Morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or airport
Drive through the Great Rift Valley with scenic viewpoints
Arrive at Lake Naivasha for a mid-morning boat ride with sightings of hippos, fish eagles pelicans & extensive birdlife
Head to Sanctuary Farm Island for a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, and more
Lunch at a Naivasha lodge or restaurant (not included)
Afternoon drive to Nakuru
Check-in at your selected Nakuru lodge or hotel
Evening at leisure
Dinner and overnight in Nakuru
Day 2: Lake Nakuru National Park → Nairobi
Enjoy an early morning 3–4 hour game drive, exploring the park’s scenic landscapes, forests, shoreline, and open plains during the most active time of the day.
After your game drive, you will visit key viewpoints such as Baboon Cliff and, weather permitting, Makalia Falls for panoramic views and excellent photo opportunities.
You will then return to the lodge for breakfast and check-out before beginning the journey back to Nairobi.
Lunch can be taken en route, and you will arrive in the afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or the airport