Nakuru Travel Guide

Nakuru Tourism | Nakuru Guide

You're Going to Love Nakuru

With a population of 259 903, Nakuru is the largest city in Nakuru, Kenya by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Nakuru to see all of its attractions.

Nakuru in September

Estimated hotel price

£13

1 night at 3-star hotel

£13

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Nakuru in February, when the average temperature is 14 °C, and the highest can go up to 20 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Nakuru, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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Plane

Although Nakuru doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nairobi Wilson (WIL), which is located 142 km from Nakuru.

Car

Another option to get to Nakuru is to pick up a car hire from Nairobi, which is about 140 km from Nakuru. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Nairobi.

Plane

Although Nakuru doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nairobi Wilson (WIL), which is located 142 km from Nakuru.

Car

Another option to get to Nakuru is to pick up a car hire from Nairobi, which is about 140 km from Nakuru. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Nairobi.

Airports near Nakuru

KISKisumu

NBONairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

WILNairobi Wilson

Airlines serving Nakuru

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Etihad Airways

Good (1,203 reviews)

ITA Airways

Good (967 reviews)

Singapore Airlines

Excellent (1,292 reviews)

Cathay Pacific

Good (852 reviews)

Where to stay in Nakuru

Average rates range from around £41 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £199 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nakuru

Most booked hotels in Nakuru

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Hotel Waterbuck

3 stars

Good (7.8, Good reviews)

£52+

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Expect to pay £1.03 per litre in Nakuru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.26 and £16.35.

Nakuru Tourism | Nakuru Guide

You're Going to Love Nakuru

When to visit Nakuru

How to Get to Nakuru

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Car

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Airports near Nakuru

Airlines serving Nakuru

Where to stay in Nakuru

Where to stay in popular areas of Nakuru

Most booked hotels in Nakuru

Hiring a car in Nakuru