Nakuru

·         Do not get involved in physical or verbal spats with anyone.

·         Respect the local cultures and traditions.

·         Do not let anyone mislead you.

·         Do not dress inappropriately.

·         If you visit a religious tourist attraction, make sure you dress appropriately.

·         Ensure that you gather sufficient information about the place that you are traveling to.

·         Do not indulge in drugs of any form.

·         If you come across a drug peddler or any foreigner who seems suspicious to you, it is better that you get away from the situation.

·         Do not carry with you excessive cash in public places.

·         Do not travel alone post midnight.

·         Always opt for prepaid taxis or cabs.

·         Drink only bottled mineral water. Make sure that you check for the seal before drinking the water. Buy a water bottle from the brand that is known to you.

·         Do not eat food from the streets without checking for the quality.

·         Carry with you a photocopy of your passport and an ID proof.

·         Do not leave your passport and VISA carelessly.

·         Nudity is prohibited.

·         Do not get over friendly with people you barely know.

·         Never trust anyone with your cash or the valuables.

·         Do not flaunt your valuables in the public place. 

The legal age for drinking in Nakuru is 18 years. 

You can reach Nakuru after travelling 2 hours from Nairobi. It is a perfect sightseeing location as it is the dwelling ground for millions of flamingos which form a magnificent pink ring close to Lake Nakuru. It is a charming soda lake situated in the Great Rift Valley. A large number of tourists visit this place to absorb the serene atmosphere. This definitely is a great place to see.

This is one of the best places to see in Nakuru as it houses hundreds of wildlife and plant species. Lake Nakuru National Park is a well preserved region where you can check out 400 different species of birds. A number of wild animals such as giraffes, lions, rhinos, cheetahs, waterbucks, leopards and snakes are also available in this sanctuary. Lake Nakuru is part of this national park.

Lord Egerton Castle is among the popular tourist resorts in Nakuru. This structure was built by Lord Maurice Egerton as he wanted the lady with whom he fell in love with to agree to live in it. But she dropped his proposal and disappointed Lord Egerton. You can reach the castle by travelling about 12 km from the central town of Nakuru. Visitors admire the castle’s design which is impressive from the exterior as well as interior. The surrounding landscape is equally attractive which will fill your heart with joy. Ideally, this is the best sightseeing attraction of the city.

Lake Elementaita is listed among the best tourist places in the Great Rift Valley. You can visit this destination by travelling a short distance from Gilgil Town. The best way is to explore this region on foot in order to check out different species of birds as well as gazelles, warthogs and elands. Fall in love with the picturesque scenery that is full of colors. As you travel south of Lake Elementaita, you will get to view several hot springs. Activities such as fishing are quite active in this area by the locals.

Hell’s Gate National Park is located on the south side of Lake Naivasha. This amazing park is renowned for its rock towers which are formed naturally. High cliffs and eroded gulleys surely make this destination quite consoling. The best part about this national park is that it consists of two extinct volcanoes named as Olkaria and Hobley’s. Moreover, in the Hell’s Gate Gorge, there are two volcanic plugs called as the Central Tower and Fischer’s Tower. The Central Tower is tagged as the smaller gorge that runs in the south direction leading to the hot springs. This park is a wonderful place for sightseeing as one can examine a good blend of flora & fauna. You can easily spot a variety of animals such as zebra, buffalo, eland, giraffe, hartebeest, Thomson’s gazelles, baboons and the exquisite Chandler's mountain reedbuck. Lion, cheetah, as well as leopard, are also available in this park. Bird lovers will be satisfied to the core as more than 100 species of birds have been found here including Verreaux’s eagles, vultures, swifts and augur buzzard. The huge cliffs are home to Klipspringer, a shy antelope, which has adapted itself to living on rocks.

Lake Naivasha is located in the northwest region of Nairobi. This freshwater lake lies in the Great Rift Valley. The name of the lake has been derived from the local language, Nai’ posha, which means “rough water”. This water body occupies an area of approximately 139 km2. The surrounding regions to the lake includes flower farms and several swamps. Tourist adore the rich setup and bird life which exists here. The lake possesses an average depth of 6m (20ft) and Crescent island is the deepest section with a maximum depth of 30m (100ft). You can tour this area for checking out a significant population of hippos that dwell in the lake. The tours near Naivasha Lake also includes a visit to the two smaller lakes named Lake Sonachi and Lake Oloiden.

Hyrax Hill Museum is one of the most unique places to see in Nakuru. This hilltop museum used to be a colonial farmhouse in the past. You can explore the ancient dwellings of Sirikwa people in this museum which dates back to a maximum of 3,000 years. A number of ethnographic materials related to the people who lived in the Rift Valley along with archaeological elements are well preserved in the museum. Tourists can also access a nature trail in the surrounding area that would offer a splendid aerial view of the town as well as Lake Nakuru. 

A large number of tourists who visit Naruku, do not miss an opportunity to view Menengai Crater. The hike to this particular landmark is full of adventure. You will have to access a short drive from Nakuru so as to reach Menengai Crater. From the crater rim you can spot the volcanic rim which lies below it. One has to be brave enough to hike down to the lower sections for checking out the underground caves. The locals visit these caves for performing religious prayers.

The best part about the nations in Africa is that, you get to access wildlife safaris which are full of fun and excitement. When you are in Nakuru, you are blessed with an opportunity to hire a 3-day safari covering the Rift Valley and entering the boundaries of Nairobi. This is a wonderful experience to analyze the vibrant wildlife in Nakuru and later ending the tour in Amboseli Game Reserve.

Once you are done with touring major sites in Nakuru, spend a relaxed time by visiting any of the four discos present in the vicinity. One can even drop at the various bars and restaurants popular in Nakuru. The nightlife here is very appealing and Millennium Hotel is counted as the prime landmark. This hotel has a huge dance floor along with other entertainment sources such as pool tables. The weekends are the perfect time to visit these clubs as the capacity gets doubled, enhancing the level of fun.