Lake Elemtaita: Elementaita Flamingoes & Birdwatching tour

Discover the beauty of Kenya’s Rift Valley on a tour of Lake Nakuru, Lake Elementaita, and Lake Bogoria. See flamingos, learn about their habitats, and enjoy the stunning landscapes.
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your accommodation in Nairobi. Head to the lakes of Kenya’s Rift Valley, where two main species of flamingos create one of nature's most captivating spectacles—the Lesser Flamingo (Phoeniconaias minor) and the Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus).

Visit Lake Elementaita, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Bogoria, and admire the stunning landscapes. Learn about the flamingos from your guide, and discover what makes them special.

See the Lesser Flamingos, which are smaller, with vibrant pink coloration and deep red bills. The alkaline and saline conditions of Lake Bogoria and Lake Elementaita make them ideal habitats, as these flamingos feed on blue-green algae, which thrive in these waters. Watch as they gather in massive flocks, covering the lake’s surface with a surreal pink blanket.

Next, see the Greater Flamingos, which are larger than the Lesser Flamingos, with a paler pink color and black-tipped bills. They prefer both saline and freshwater lakes, so they’re seen across Lake Nakuru, Lake Elementaita, and Lake Bogoria. Admire the contrast between the Greater and Lesser Flamingos, which adds diversity to the landscape, creating a vivid display that is ideal for birdwatching and photography.

Enjoy the scenic beauty, biodiversity, and unique interaction of flamingos with their environment. The area is also home to other wildlife, from pelicans and cormorants to rhinos and gazelles in Lake Nakuru National Park. Each lake offers a distinct experience, whether it’s the expansive salt flats of Lake Bogoria, the forested surroundings of Lake Nakuru, or the tranquility of Lake Elementaita.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.