Welcome the year on a 2-day luxury Lake Nakuru New Year safari featuring private wildlife drives, premium lodging and festive hospitality.
Begin the year with adventure on this private 2-day luxury New Year safari from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park. Designed for couples, families, friends and solo travellers, the package offers comfortable road transport, a premium lodge stay and expertly guided wildlife drives during the afternoon and early morning. You will explore the parkβs varied landscapes while looking for rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, baboons and abundant birds. Depending on your confirmed lodge, the evening may include a special dinner, music, a countdown or a quieter private celebration. Because New Year accommodation is in high demand, reservations and any celebration requests should be confirmed well in advance.
Our guide will meet you in Nairobi at approximately 7:00 a.m. and assist with luggage before you begin the journey to Lake Nakuru. The road distance is around 160 kilometres and generally requires three and a half to four hours, depending on traffic and seasonal travel conditions. After an optional Rift Valley viewpoint stop, you will arrive at your luxury lodge for check-in, lunch and relaxation. At approximately 3:30 p.m., you will enter Lake Nakuru National Park for the final afternoon game drive of the year. Our guide will search for rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks and birds as the evening light settles across the landscape. You will return to the lodge at around 6:30 p.m. for dinner and the confirmed New Year’s Eve programme, which may range from a quiet fireside celebration to a hosted countdown.
You will begin the New Year with tea or coffee at approximately 5:45 a.m. before departing on an early wildlife drive at around 6:15 a.m. As daylight spreads across the park, our guide will explore woodland, lakeshore and grassland areas in search of fresh animal activity. The experience offers a peaceful and inspiring way to welcome the year, with time for photographs and personal reflection. You will return to the lodge at approximately 9:00 a.m. for a relaxed New Year breakfast, then freshen up and check out at around 10:30 a.m. The journey back to Nairobi includes a lunch or refreshment stop, with arrival generally between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. Drop-off will be arranged at your hotel, residence or airport when your flight time allows.
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rateβideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| 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 |
The Booking Form
Welcome the year on a 2-day luxury Lake Nakuru New Year safari featuring private wildlife drives, premium lodging and festive hospitality.
N.B: After you send your booking we will get back to you with in 24 hours.
Is the package designed specifically for 31 December and 1 January?
It can be scheduled for those dates, although the New Year travel period may also include nearby festive dates.
Does the lodge organise a midnight countdown?
Some lodges provide a countdown or entertainment, while others offer a quieter programme. This must be confirmed before booking.
Is a New Year gala dinner included?
Inclusion depends on the selected property and confirmed package price.
Can families with children join the celebration?
Yes. A lodge with an appropriate family programme and room arrangement can be selected.
Can we request a quiet room away from celebrations?
Such a room can be requested but remains subject to the lodge layout and availability.
Is alcohol included in the package?
Drinks are included only when stated in the confirmed meal or beverage plan.
Will the morning drive still leave early after the celebration?
The normal itinerary begins early, but a later private departure can be discussed.
How early should New Year accommodation be reserved?
Booking several months in advance is recommended, especially for luxury rooms and family units.
Can a birthday or anniversary be celebrated at the same time?
Yes. A cake, room arrangement or private dinner can be requested in advance.
Can we continue to Masai Mara after Lake Nakuru?
Yes. The safari can be extended to Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli or another destination
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