2 Days Lake Nakuru Midrange Christmas Safari Package

Celebrate with a 2-day Lake Nakuru Christmas safari featuring private game drives, festive midrange lodging, Rift Valley scenery and rhino encounters.

Celebrate Christmas with Lake Nakuru wildlife, festive hospitality and a comfortable lodge stay.

Celebrate the festive season with our private 2-day Lake Nakuru midrange Christmas safari package from Nairobi. You will enjoy scenic Rift Valley travel, exciting wildlife drives and a comfortable Christmas stay at a midrange lodge while our guide helps you search for rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes and colourful birds, with a festive dinner or seasonal lodge programme arranged subject to availability.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Christmas Eve Wildlife Safari
Day 2
Christmas Day Lake Nakuru Safari – Return to Nairobi

Tour Features

Duration 2 Days
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Tour Mode Drive In – Drive Out
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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari
Tour Type Private Safari
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Special For Christmas Holiday
Destination/Accommodation
Start/End
nairobi
Tour Starting & Ending Point
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Day 1
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Overnight: Ziwa Bush Lodge
2
Day 2
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Overnight: LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
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Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Christmas Eve Wildlife Safari

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Christmas Eve Wildlife Safari

Our midrange Christmas safari package begins with a festive morning departure from Nairobi. You will travel through the Great Rift Valley with our guide, enjoying scenic landscapes and a photography stop before continuing to Lake Nakuru. On arrival, you will check in at your comfortable midrange lodge, where seasonal decorations or Christmas activities may be available. After lunch, our safari will enter Lake Nakuru National Park for an afternoon game drive in search of rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, baboons and birdlife. You will return to the lodge for a relaxed Christmas Eve dinner, with any special festive programme confirmed according to the selected accommodation.

Destination:
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Overnight:
Ziwa Bush Lodge
  mid rage 3 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge
Ziwa Bush Lodge

Day 2: Christmas Day Lake Nakuru Safari – Return to Nairobi

Christmas Day Lake Nakuru Safari – Return to Nairobi

Christmas morning begins with breakfast at your midrange accommodation before you join our guide for a special Lake Nakuru wildlife experience. You will explore the park’s lakeshore, wooded areas and open plains while enjoying the peaceful morning scenery and photographing wildlife. Depending on natural conditions, our safari may encounter rhinos grazing, giraffes browsing among acacia trees and large buffalo herds moving across the park. After a Christmas lunch or seasonal meal at the lodge, you will enjoy the final game drive before travelling back to Nairobi with memorable festive safari experiences.

Destination:
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

  •   Private Tour (Sharing Price)
  • The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

  •   Group Joining Tour
  • Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

    Gamedrive Cost

    No of pax Adult Price Child Price
    1 Pax From $760 pp From $570 pp
    2 Pax From $510 pp From $383 pp
    3 Pax From $427 pp From $320 pp
    4 Pax From $385 pp From $289 pp
    5 Pax From $360 pp From $270 pp
    6 Pax From $343 pp From $258 pp
    7+ Pax From $331 pp From $249 pp

    PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

    Inclusions
  •  Rescue fee
  •  Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  •  All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  •  All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  •  All Taxes/VAT
  • Exclusions
  •  International flights to/from the start/end of the tour
  •  Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  •  Tips: tipping guideline
  •  Personal items
  •  Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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    RELATED FAQS ABOUT 2 Days Lake Nakuru Midrange Christmas Safari Package

    1. Which dates are recommended for the Christmas package?

    The itinerary can operate on 24–25 December, 25–26 December or surrounding festive dates, subject to lodge availability.

    2. Is a Christmas dinner guaranteed?

    A festive dinner depends on the selected midrange lodge. The meal programme and any extra charges will be confirmed before booking.

    3. Will the lodge have Christmas decorations?

    Many lodges arrange seasonal decorations, but the style and extent vary. Specific festive arrangements can be requested in advance.

    4. Is Christmas a busy safari period?

    Yes. Christmas is a popular travel period in Kenya, so accommodation and private safari vehicles should be reserved early.

    5. Does festive-season pricing differ?

    Christmas supplements may apply to accommodation, meals or transport. The final quotation will show any seasonal charges.

    6. Can guests attend a Christmas church service?

    This may be arranged when a suitable local service is available and the timing does not conflict with park activities. Advance notice is required.

    7. What weather should we expect?

    December conditions can include sunshine, green landscapes and occasional showers. Guests should pack a light rain jacket and warm evening layer.

    8. Can we arrange a Christmas cake?

    Yes. A Christmas cake or personalised celebration can be requested from the lodge, subject to notice and additional cost.

    9. Will Lake Nakuru National Park be open on Christmas Day?

    Kenyan national parks generally receive visitors during the festive period, but your final schedule will follow the official operating arrangements applicable to your dates.

    10. Can the package be offered as a Christmas gift?

    Yes. A personalised safari voucher or surprise booking can be prepared after the travel dates, guest details and payment arrangements are confirmed.

    REVIEWS FOR Celebrate Christmas with Lake Nakuru wildlife, festive hospitality and a comfortable lodge stay.

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    A Magical Lake Nakuru Christmas Safari

    5/5

    Spending Christmas at Lake Nakuru was a wonderful decision. We saw rhinos during the afternoon drive and returned to a warmly decorated midrange lodge for a lovely festive dinner.

    By: Jessica Palmer
    From: Flag KE

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    Christmas Morning with Giraffes

    5/5

    Watching giraffes on Christmas morning was unforgettable. The entire Christmas safari package was peaceful and well organised.

    By: Luc Moreau
    From: Flag GM

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    Our Best Family Christmas Adventure

    5/5

    We replaced the usual Christmas routine with a Lake Nakuru safari, and everyone loved it. Our guide was cheerful, patient and extremely knowledgeable. The lodge prepared a festive meal, yet we still felt surrounded by the atmosphere of the Kenyan wilderness.

    By: Eleanor Hughes
    From: Flag MX

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    Festive Midrange Safari in Kenya

    5/5

    Comfortable accommodation, excellent food and beautiful wildlife made this a very special Christmas.

    By: Claudia Bernardi
    From: Flag ET

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    A Different and Memorable Christmas

    5/5

    The Christmas package offered exactly the combination we wanted: a private game drive, good midrange accommodation and a festive atmosphere without a crowded city celebration. Seeing rhinos was an unexpected Christmas gift

    By: Jonas Bergmann
    From: Flag FR

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    Wonderful Festive Safari from Nairobi

    5/5

    The road journey was comfortable and the lodge welcomed us warmly. Our Christmas Day game drive was the highlight of the holiday.

    By: Aoife Murphy
    From: Flag IT

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    Lake Nakuru Made Christmas Special

    5/5

    We spent Christmas surrounded by green landscapes, birds and wildlife. Our guide found several rhinos and allowed plenty of time for photographs. Dinner at the midrange lodge completed a beautiful day.

    By: Lars Pedersen
    From: Flag MY

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    Short but Beautiful Christmas Package

    5/5

    Two days were enough to escape Nairobi and enjoy a real festive safari experience

    By: Michelle Roy
    From: Flag MX

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    An Unforgettable Christmas Gift

    5/5

    I booked the Lake Nakuru Christmas safari as a surprise for my partner. The team helped arrange the lodge, Christmas cake and private transport. The surprise worked perfectly, and the wildlife was magnificent.

    By: Diego Álvarez
    From: Flag KE

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    Festive Wildlife and Excellent Service

    5/5

    A creative way to celebrate Christmas. The guide, vehicle and midrange lodge were all excellent.

    By: Nandi Mokoena
    From: Flag AR

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