2 Days Luxury Lake Nakuru New Year Safari

Welcome the year on a 2-day luxury Lake Nakuru New Year safari featuring private wildlife drives, premium lodging and festive hospitality.

Welcome the New Year with 2-Day premium hospitality, private game drives and inspiring scenery.

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 park’s 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.

Tour Highlights

Day 1
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Final Safari Sunset of the Year
Day 2
First Morning Game Drive of the New Year – 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
Destination/Accommodation
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Start/End
Nairobi
Tour Starting & Ending Point
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Day 1
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Overnight: The lake nakuru flamingo lodge
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Day 2
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Overnight: LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
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Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Final Safari Sunset of the Year

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Final Safari Sunset of the Year

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.

Destination:
LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Overnight:
The lake nakuru flamingo lodge
  luxury 4 star lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Lunch, Dinner
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)
The Lake Nakuru flamingo lodge (Luxury 4 star lodge)

Day 2: First Morning Game Drive of the New Year – Nairobi

First Morning Game Drive of the New Year – Nairobi

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.

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 rateβ€”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 Luxury Lake Nakuru New Year Safari

    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

    REVIEWS FOR Welcome the New Year with 2-Day premium hospitality, private game drives and inspiring scenery.

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    The Perfect Start to the New Year

    5/5

    Beginning the year with an early wildlife drive was far more meaningful than an ordinary city celebration. The sunrise, rhinos and quiet scenery were unforgettable.

    By: Chloe and Nathan R.
    From: Flag CA

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    Luxury New Year Safari Experience

    5/5

    The lodge celebration was elegant, and the private game drives were excellent.

    By: Oliver J.
    From: Flag GB

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    A New Year Surrounded by Wildlife

    5/5

    We ended the old year watching giraffes and welcomed the new one with a peaceful morning in the park. It was a beautiful contrast to our usual celebrations.

    By: Isabella F.
    From: Flag IT

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    Excellent Festive Safari from Nairobi

    5/5

    Transfers were punctual despite the holiday period, the lodge was comfortable and our guide handled the schedule professionally.

    By: Marcus H.
    From: Flag DE

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    An Inspiring Beginning to the Year

    5/5

    Watching the first sunrise of the year over Lake Nakuru was a moment I will always remember.

    By: Amelia W.
    From: Flag AU

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    Wonderful Family New Year Adventure

    5/5

    Our children enjoyed the evening celebration and were still excited to wake early for the game drive. The guide made the entire experience engaging for every age.

    By: Sarah P.
    From: Flag US

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    Private, Festive and Beautifully Arranged

    5/5

    We appreciated having our own vehicle and a programme that balanced celebration with wildlife viewing. Nothing felt overcrowded or rushed.

    By: Laurent D.
    From: Flag FR

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    New Year Rhino Safari Highlight

    5/5

    Our first major sighting of the year was a rhino. We could not have asked for a more impressive beginning.

    By: Marta C.
    From: Flag ES

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    A Refreshing Alternative Celebration

    5/5

    The perfect combination of celebration, comfort and nature.

    By: Erik N.
    From: Flag SE

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    Lake Nakuru New Year to Remember

    5/5

    From the scenic journey out of Nairobi to the final lodge breakfast, everything was thoughtfully planned. This luxury New Year safari gave us beautiful wildlife, excellent service and a genuinely hopeful start to the year.

    By: Yumi K.
    From: Flag JP

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