2 Days Lake Nakuru Midrange New Year Safari from Nairobi

Welcome the year on a 2-day Lake Nakuru New Year safari with private game drives, a festive midrange lodge stay and scenic travel from Nairobi.

Welcome the New Year with wildlife, Rift Valley scenery and a festive midrange stay.

Welcome the year with our private 2-day Lake Nakuru midrange New Year safari from Nairobi, combining an afternoon wildlife drive, a festive lodge evening and a memorable New Year’s Day game drive. You will stay at comfortable midrange accommodation and explore the national park with our guide while searching for rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, baboons, possible predators and diverse birdlife.

Tour Highlights

Day 1

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – New Year’s Eve Safari

Day 2

New Year’s Day Lake Nakuru Game Drive – Nairobi

Tour Features

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Duration 2 Days

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Tour Mode Drive In – Drive Out

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Main Tour Focus Big 5 Safari

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Tour Type Private Safari

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Special For NIL

Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – New Year’s Eve Safari

Our Lake Nakuru midrange New Year safari begins on the morning of 31 December with collection from your Nairobi hotel, residence or the airport. You will travel with our guide through the Great Rift Valley and stop for photographs before proceeding to your selected midrange lodge. After checking in and enjoying lunch, our safari enters Lake Nakuru National Park for the final wildlife drive of the year. You will search for rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, baboons and numerous birds as the afternoon light settles over the park. In the evening, you will return to the lodge for dinner and a New Year’s Eve programme or countdown, depending on the arrangements offered by the accommodation.

Destination:

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Ziwa Bush Lodge

mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: New Year’s Day Lake Nakuru Game Drive – Nairobi

You will begin the first day of the New Year with breakfast followed by an exciting Lake Nakuru game drive. Our guide will take you through the park’s woodland, grassland and lakeshore habitats while helping you identify wildlife and understand its behaviour. The New Year’s Day safari offers time for photography, quiet appreciation of the landscape and a fresh beginning surrounded by nature. After lunch at your midrange accommodation and a final wildlife-viewing session, our safari will depart Lake Nakuru and travel back to Nairobi for drop-off at your agreed location.

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

The Booking Form

2 Days Lake Nakuru Midrange New Year Safari from Nairobi

Welcome the year on a 2-day Lake Nakuru New Year safari with private game drives, a festive midrange lodge stay and scenic travel from Nairobi.

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RELATED FAQS ABOUT 2 Days Lake Nakuru Midrange New Year Safari from Nairobi

1. Does this safari operate on 31 December and 1 January?

Yes. The main itinerary is designed for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, although nearby dates can also be booked.

2. Is a New Year countdown included?

A countdown or festive evening depends on the midrange lodge’s programme. Details will be confirmed before payment.

3. Are fireworks allowed inside the national park?

Guests should not bring or use personal fireworks in the park. Any lodge celebration must follow wildlife, safety and local regulations.

4. Will there be an early game drive after the celebration?

The New Year’s Day game drive can start after breakfast. Guests may request a later departure, although early hours are often rewarding for wildlife viewing.

5. Can we reserve a private table for New Year’s Eve?

A private or specially decorated table may be requested from the lodge. Availability and possible charges will be confirmed separately.

6. Is champagne included in the package?

Champagne and other premium beverages are not automatically included unless stated in the final quotation.

7. Are New Year bookings refundable?

Cancellation conditions depend on the confirmed lodge and service providers. Festive-season reservations may have stricter policies.

8. Should we expect heavy traffic from Nairobi?

New Year Road traffic can vary. Our guide will select a suitable departure time and allow additional travel time when necessary.

9. Can we continue to Maasai Mara after New Year’s Day?

Yes. The safari can continue from Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara or another Kenyan destination instead of returning directly to Nairobi.

10. How early should we book the New Year package?

Booking several months in advance is recommended because midrange lodges and private safari vehicles can fill quickly over New Year.

An Amazing Lake Nakuru New Year Safari

5/5

We ended the year watching rhinos and began the next one surrounded by Lake Nakuru’s beautiful scenery. It was an unforgettable celebration.

By: Tyler Bennett

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Perfect New Year Escape from Nairobi

5/5

This midrange New Year safari was organised smoothly. The lodge celebration was enjoyable, and the New Year’s Day game drive felt calm and refreshing.

By: Marie Lefèvre

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The Best Way to Begin a New Year

5/5

Our morning began with giraffes in the acacia woodland and ended with several rhino sightings near the open plains. The guide was knowledgeable, the vehicle was comfortable and our midrange accommodation provided a festive but relaxed atmosphere. It was much more meaningful than celebrating in a crowded city.

By: Andreas Vogel

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Wildlife on New Year’s Day

5/5

Seeing our first rhino of the year was an extraordinary moment.

By: Harriet Lewis

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Beautiful Midrange New Year Package

5/5

We enjoyed good food, a comfortable room and an excellent private safari. The New Year programme was festive without being too noisy.

By: Matteo Ferraro

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A Peaceful Start to the Year

5/5

Our Lake Nakuru New Year safari allowed us to disconnect from busy city celebrations and spend time in nature. The first morning of the year was quiet, green and full of wildlife. Our guide gave us plenty of time to enjoy every sighting.

By: Lauren McKenzie

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Fantastic New Year’s Eve Game Drive

5/5

The final sunset drive of the year was beautiful. We saw buffaloes, zebras, giraffes and two rhinos.

By: João Pereira

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Memorable Celebration at Lake Nakuru

5/5

The package combined celebration and adventure perfectly. We appreciated the private vehicle, flexible guide and welcoming midrange lodge. Starting January with a game drive was a memory we will keep for years.

By: Saskia de Wit

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Excellent Safari for the Holiday Season

5/5

Professional service, rewarding wildlife sightings and comfortable accommodation. Everything worked well.

By: Daniel Ndlovu

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Our Most Unusual New Year Celebration

5/5

Instead of fireworks and city crowds, we welcomed the New Year at a beautiful midrange lodge and explored Lake Nakuru the next morning. Our guide found rhinos, waterbucks and many birds, making this one of our favourite Kenya experiences.

By: Min-ji Park

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2 Days Lake Nakuru Midrange New Year Safari from Nairobi

Welcome the New Year with wildlife, Rift Valley scenery and a festive midrange stay.

Tour Highlights

Tour Features

Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – New Year’s Eve Safari

Day 2: New Year’s Day Lake Nakuru Game Drive – Nairobi

TOUR PRICE/COST

Gamedrive Cost

PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

RELATED FAQS ABOUT 2 Days Lake Nakuru Midrange New Year Safari from Nairobi

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