Lake Nakuru National park which is located about 140 kilometers north west of Nairobi covers an area of about 188 sq kms, it has over 50 mammal and over 400 bird species.
The greatest attraction in the park is Lake Nakuru with its hundreds of thousands of flamingos. The lake which is shallow and salty was created in 1968 in an effort to protect flocks of flamingos that live along the shoes of the lake and feed on the algae.
Accomodations
Since the park is only 2 hours from the capital city Nairobi, it is possible make a day trip and back, however if you are looking for that peace of mind and a quiet and more wild experience there are a few places to consider.
Overlooking the lake is an accommodation facility that will offer you more than quality service, it has 67 rooms with 24 hour service, laundry and dry cleaning services, gift shop,restaurants and a bar,currency exchange, outdoor pool, baby sitting or child care plus other great facilities.
The Lodge offers a perfect location to view and take photos of the flamingos feeding along the beautiful shoes of the lake, it is set in a quiet, warm and relaxed atmosphere.There is a nice view from the upstairs rhino paddock cocktail bar overlooking the lake.
Facilities
A gift shop
Conference room
internet
photocopy services
outdoor swimming pool
Facilities
A gift shop
Conference room
internet
photocopy services
outdoor swimming pool
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