🌍 Overview
Flamingo Hill Tented Camp is a mid-range eco-friendly safari lodge located inside Lake Nakuru National Park, offering an authentic tented experience without compromising on comfort. Its location is ideal for viewing wildlife, especially the park’s famous flamingos, rhinos, and lions, while also offering quick access to game drive circuits within the park.
Whether you’re a solo traveler, couple, or family on safari, this intimate camp with just 25 tents ensures a peaceful, personalized stay in the wild.
📍 Location & Access
- Inside Lake Nakuru National Park
- Distance from Nairobi: 160 km (approx. 2.5–3 hours by road)
- Nearest Airstrip: Naishi Airstrip (chartered flights only)
- Accessibility: 4×4 vehicles are recommended, especially during rainy seasons
🛏️ Accommodation: Room Types & 2025 Rates (Full Board)
Each tent is raised on a wooden platform, with canvas walls, a four-poster bed, ensuite bathroom, and a shaded veranda. All stays include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
🔸 Resident Rates – Kenyan Shillings (Per Night)
| Dates | Single Tent | Double Tent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Jan – 31 Mar 2025 | 14,500 KES | 19,000 KES |
| 1 Apr – 30 Jun 2025 | 12,000 KES | 17,000 KES |
| 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2025 | 16,000 KES | 21,000 KES |
| 1 Oct – 15 Dec 2025 | 14,500 KES | 19,000 KES |
| 16 Dec 2025 – 1 Jan 2026 | 16,000 KES | 21,000 KES |
🔸 Non-Resident Rates – US Dollars (Per Night)
| Dates | Single Tent | Double Tent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Jan – 31 Mar 2025 | $240 | $350 |
| 1 Apr – 30 Jun 2025 | $145 | $250 |
| 1 Jul – 30 Sep 2025 | $250 | $370 |
| 1 Oct – 15 Dec 2025 | $240 | $350 |
| 16 Dec 2025 – 1 Jan 2026 | $250 | $370 |
👶 Child Policy
- Children under 2 years stay free when sharing with parents.
- Children 2–12 years:
- Sharing with parents: 25% of the double tent rate
- In their own exclusive-use tent: 75% of double tent rate
- Sharing a tent with 1 adult: Single room rate + 50% of double tent for child
- One child with one adult: 50% of double + 25% of double tent rate
🧾 Inclusions
- Full board meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation in a private tent with ensuite bathroom
- Taxes: 16% VAT, 2% catering levy, and 2% service charge
❌ Exclusions
- Lake Nakuru National Park entrance fees
- Drinks and alcohol
- Transport and game drives
- Gratuities and laundry
- Medical and travel insurance
- Any additional activities or experiences not listed under inclusions
🍽️ Dining & Extras
The camp offers buffet and à la carte dining options with an emphasis on fresh produce and international cuisine. Common areas include a restaurant, bar, and terrace with park views.
🥘 Extra Charges
Residents:
- Extra Lunch: 1,600 KES per person
- Half Board: Less 650 KES per adult, 325 KES per child
- Easter Supplement: 2,500 KES/adult, 50% child
- Christmas Supplement: 3,000 KES/adult, 50% child
Non-Residents:
- Extra Lunch: $35 per person
- Picnic Box: $40 per person
- Half Board: Less $20 per adult, $10 per child
- Easter Supplement: $50/adult, 50% child
- Christmas Supplement: $70/adult, 50% child
🦁 Activities
Flamingo Hill is the perfect base for exploring Lake Nakuru National Park’s highlights:
- Morning and afternoon game drives (not included)
- Bird watching – over 450 species including flamingos, pelicans, and storks
- Photography – picturesque lake views, lions on rocky outcrops, and acacia woodland
- Rhino sightings – white and black rhinos are protected within the park
Game drives are best organized through your tour operator or vehicle provider.
💬 Guest Reviews: Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Superb location inside the park, ideal for early game drives
- Well-maintained luxury tents that are comfortable and clean
- Good variety of meals, with dietary preferences catered to
- Friendly, professional staff who go the extra mile
- Ideal for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts
👎 Cons
- Wi-Fi is limited to common areas and can be patchy
- Electricity is solar-powered, and only available during specific hours
- No pool or spa, unlike some luxury properties
- Some visitors prefer more secluded or rustic camps for a true bush feel
🛎️ Practical Information
- Check-In: From 12:00 PM
- Check-Out: By 10:00 AM
- Best Time to Visit: June–October (dry season for best game viewing)
- Recommended Stay: 2–3 nights
Final Word
Flamingo Hill Tented Camp is an excellent mid-range choice for those who want to experience the wildlife of Lake Nakuru in a relaxed, family-friendly, and eco-conscious setting. With its unbeatable location inside the park and easy access to the flamingos, rhinos, and lions that make this park famous, it’s ideal for first-time safari-goers and returning visitors alike.
If interested in a safari in Lake Nakuru and want to stay at Flamingo Hill Tented Camp, let us know and our partner Kambu Campers will share quote inclusive of transportation.