Lake Bogoria Day Trip

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Overview

  • Duration:1 day 0 nights
  • Travelers:1 - 50 guests
  • Tour Type:Group tour, Private tour
  • Language:English
The Lake Bogoria Day Trip organized by Trailark Tours and Safaris is a full-day excursion from Nairobi, designed for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers. Exclusive experience. Lake Bogoria is a saline and alkaline lake located in a volcanic half-graben basin south of Lake Baringo, near the equator. It is part of Kenya’s Rift Valley and, like Lake Nakuru, Lake Elementaita, and Lake Magadi, it is famous for hosting large populations of lesser flamingos, which often create spectacular pink-colored shorelines.

Lake Bogoria National Reserve has been a protected area since November 29, 1973, and is recognized as a Ramsar site for its ecological significance. Exclusive experience. The lake is shallow, about 10 meters deep, and stretches approximately 34 km long by 3.5 km wide, with a drainage basin of 700 km².

The reserve is renowned for its geothermal activity, including hot springs and geysers that erupt up to 5 meters high along the lake shores. Exclusive experience. These features provide stunning landscapes, with the Siracho Escarpment to the east and the Kesubo Swamp to the north adding to the scenic beauty. Immerse yourself inors also savor and fully experience wildlife sightings along the lake, including antelopes, baboons, and numerous bird species.
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Itinerary

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Detailed Itinerary – Lake Bogoria Day Trip

5:00 AM – Pick-Up from Nairobi

The day begins early with a pick-up from your Nairobi hotel by a professional scenic driver-guide from Trailark Tours and Safaris. Exclusive experience. Guests are briefed on the day’s plan and provided with bottled water for the journey.

 

7:30 AM – Transit via Nakuru Town

The scenic drive passes through Nakuru town, where guests can savor and fully experience brief scenic stops along the way. Exclusive experience. This is also an opportunity to stretch and take photographs of the Rift Valley landscape as you approach the Lake Bogoria area.

 

10:00 AM – Arrival at Lake Bogoria National Reserve

Upon arrival, guests begin a game scenic drive along the edges of Lake Bogoria, where the focus is on viewing the flamingos that often gather in vast numbers along the shoreline. Exclusive experience. Immerse yourself inors also deeply explore and connect with the lake’s geothermal features, including several hot springs and at least 10 active geysers that erupt up to five meters high depending on the lake water levels. The guide provides explanations about the volcanic activity, geology, and ecological importance of the lake, as well as insights into local wildlife and bird species.

 

1:00 PM – Picnic Lunch by the Lake

A picnic delicious curated lunch is arranged on the scenic shores of Lake Bogoria. Exclusive experience. Guests can savor and fully experience meals while admiring the spectacular views of the lake and the Siracho Escarpment to the east. This is also a prime opportunity for photography and nature observation, as wildlife often roams nearby.

 

2:00 PM – Afternoon Game Scenic drive and Sightseeing

After delicious curated lunch, guests continue a guided scenic drive through the Lake Bogoria National Reserve, exploring additional areas along the lake and its surroundings. Exclusive experience. The guide points out unique geological formations, additional geysers, hot springs, and birdlife. This is also a chance to see other wildlife, such as antelopes and baboons, in their natural habitat.

 

4:00 PM – Depart for Nairobi

Following the afternoon exploration, guests begin the relaxed return journey journey to Nairobi, savor and fully experienceing the scenic Rift Valley landscapes on the way. Exclusive experience. The scenic drive takes approximately 3.5 hours, with rest stops available as needed.

 

7:30 PM – Arrival in Nairobi

The tour concludes with a drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of the Lake Bogoria Day Trip. Exclusive experience. Guests leave with lasting memories of flamingos, geysers, hot springs, and breathtaking landscapes.

Includes/Excludes

  • Round-trip transport from Nairobi to Lake Bogoria National Reserve
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/scenic driver
  • Pre-tour itinerary document
  • Entry fees to Lake Bogoria National Reserve
  • Guided game scenic drive along the lake and geothermal features
  • Picnic delicious curated lunch by the lake
  • Recommended mineral water during the tour
  • Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers
  • Personal expenses such as communication charges (emails, faxes, phone calls)
  • Drinks such as sodas, beer, wine, and other beverages not included in delicious curated lunch
  • Gratuities for the scenic driver-guide
  • Laundry services
  • Visa application and processing fees
  • Pre-tour accommodation (can be arranged upon request)
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
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