1-Day Lake Naivasha & Lake Nakuru National Park Safari – Kenya Day Tour
This 1-Day Lake Naivasha & Lake Nakuru National Park Safari is a fast-paced and rewarding Kenya day trip designed for travelers with limited time who still want to experience wildlife, scenic landscapes, and the Great Rift Valley in a single day.
Starting and ending in Nairobi, the safari combines the birdlife and lakeside beauty of Lake Naivasha with the famous rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park.
Travel in your choice of a pop-up roof 4x4 Land Cruiser or pop-up roof safari minivan, both ideal for road comfort and elevated wildlife viewing.
Expect an early departure, exciting game drives, dramatic escarpment scenery, and opportunities to spot rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, baboons, flamingos (seasonal), and many bird species.
This is an excellent short safari for business travelers, families, and first-time visitors.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Travelers with only one free day in Nairobi
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Business visitors wanting a quick safari experience
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Families seeking a private day excursion
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Birdwatchers and photographers
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First-time Kenya visitors wanting wildlife close to Nairobi
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Couples wanting a scenic day adventure
Why This Safari Best
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Combines two famous Rift Valley lakes in one day
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Excellent chance to see rhinos and giraffes at Lake Nakuru
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Scenic Great Rift Valley viewpoints en route
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Private return transport from Nairobi
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Ideal for travelers with limited time
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Choice of 4x4 Land Cruiser or safari minivan
Tour Highlights
Early morning departure from Nairobi
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
See Rothschild giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and birdlife
Visit Lake Naivasha area with optional boat ride
Private guide and comfortable safari vehicle
Same-day return to Nairobi
Tour Map
Tour Features
Day tour
This does not include accommodation.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
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Nairobi – Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha – Nairobi
Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or airport. Travel through the Great Rift Valley with a scenic stop at a viewpoint before continuing to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Upon entry, enjoy an extensive game drive through one of Kenya’s best parks for rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, baboons, and seasonal flamingos around the lake shores.
After the Nakuru game drive, continue to Lake Naivasha for lunch at a lakeside restaurant or lodge.
Depending on timing, enjoy an optional boat ride to see hippos and birdlife before beginning your return journey to Nairobi.
Arrive back in the evening with drop-off at your hotel or airport.
Meals: Lunch
Transport: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha to Nairobi – Approx. 10 to 12 hours total driving and touring (380 km round circuit) by pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle or pop-up roof minivan
No accommodation (End of the tour)
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.