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Kenya

Nakuru / Adventure awaits inland

MeowScore 😸84/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

June

Best weather and high chance of spotting wildlife

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january

Witness the great wildebeest migration and bird watching at Lake Nakuru.

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february

Experience the incredible flamingo sightings.

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march

Discover the unique culture and traditions of the local Maasai community.

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april

Enjoy a scenic safari and witness the beauty of the savannah.

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may

Witness the endangered Rothschild's giraffe in their natural habitat at Giraffe Manor.

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june

Get the chance to see the Big Five in their natural habitat.

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july

Experience the breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley.

🤝
august

Visit during the annual Nakuru Cultural Festival and experience the local music, dance, and food.

🌈
september

Embark on a thrilling hot air balloon ride over the vast savannah.

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october

Take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha and witness the stunning African sunset.

🍽
november

Experience the local food and drinks at the Nakuru Food Festival.

🎄
december

Visit during the festive season and enjoy holiday events and celebrations.

🛍️

Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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From a visiting cat's point of view, Nakuru has an affordable shopping scene with street markets offering great deals. However, imported goods can be expensive and accommodation prices can vary depending on location.

Shop at local markets for great deals and try bargaining. Avoid imported goods and consider staying outside the city center for cheaper accommodation options.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

safari tour

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

safari tour

Mostly visited as a part of a longer safari tour.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common, and it is considered polite to haggle for prices in markets.

internet situation

meh Speed

Limited bandwidth and frequent disruptions

meh Availability

Widespread, but intermittent outages reported

great Cellular

Fast and extensive 4G coverage in urban areas

Electric socket type G

Common in UK, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore. Unique three rectangular pins design, doesn't accept other types.

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative country

Nakuru is the purrfect playground for curious cats, with colorful markets and pawsome wildlife parks.

Cats can lounge by the flamingo-filled lake and hunt for unique souvenirs in the bustling bazaar.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Kariandusi Museum
🏰
Lord Egerton Castle
🐾
Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
🌋
Menengai Crater
🦩
Lake Nakuru

The mainstream

🐆
Kariandusi Museum

Cat-scratch that curious itch and discover ancient tools and fossils at this prehistoric museum.

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🏰
Lord Egerton Castle

Cat-ching a glimpse of their Cat-lordship's life in the 1930s is a furtastic trip back in time.

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🐾
Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site

Cat-aloging human history 3,000 years back is made easy at this pawesomely dig-worthy archeological site, complete with ancient tools and pottery.

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🌋
Menengai Crater

Cats can meowntain climb to the summit of this massive caldera- bring your catnip and enjoy the panoramic views of Nakuru below.

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🦩
Lake Nakuru

Purrfect for cat-watching pink flamingos on its shores, this soda lake also has lions, rhinos and giraffes roaming nearby.

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Off the beaten path

🏰
Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
🐈
Kariandusi Museum
🏰
Egerton Castle
🐈
Menengai Crater
🌊
Lake Elementaita

Off the beaten path

🏰
Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site

Furr-tastic archaeological site showcasing prehistoric settlements & traditional Kalenjin culture. Cat-tivating for history buffs.

Google Maps
🐈
Kariandusi Museum

Paw-esome prehistoric site showcasing the early human innovative technology and hominid footprints. Claw-some for curious cats!

Google Maps
🏰
Egerton Castle

Hiss-toric castle on a hill surrounded by lush gardens & a lake view. Claw-some place to feel like royalty, suitable for cats in capes.

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🐈
Menengai Crater

Cat-mazing geological wonder with panoramic views of Nakuru. Pawsibly the best place to watch the sunrise/sunset. Meow-velous!

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🌊
Lake Elementaita

Meow-gical saltwater lake & bird sanctuary with hot springs & hiking trails nearby. Purrfect place to take a cat nap.

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative country

Mindful meoweler tips

Useful external sites

nakuru.go.ke

Nakuru County↗

Official website of Nakuru County government with information on tourist attractions, accommodations, and activities in Nakuru.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g317072-Nakuru_Rift_Valley_Province-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

A popular website where travelers can read reviews, compare prices, and book hotels, tours, and activities in Nakuru.

www.lonelyplanet.com/kenya/the-rift-valley/nakuru

Lonely Planet↗

A comprehensive travel guide website with information on Nakuru's attractions, accommodations, food, and transportation.

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