Egret Savannah Camp
Formally Flamingo Hill Camp Nakuru
Long before the sun lifts its golden embroidery over the Rift Valley, a hush settles across Lake Nakuru.
The air cools, the horizon lightens, and a distant cry signals the day beginning in Kenya’s wild heart.
Egret Savannah Camp welcomes guests with quiet mornings by the soda flats.
From your private veranda at Egret Savannah Camp, the lake’s mirrored surface shimmers pink.
Thousands of flamingos stir, a ballet of wings and reflections.
It feels like a dream.
This is more than an escape. It is the moment you become part of the land.
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📍 Location & Access
Nestled in Lake Nakuru National Park, within Great Rift Valley of Kenya, Egret Savannah Camp sits near the honeymoon hills.
It is surrounded by savanna plains and indigenous foliage.
- 🚙 Accessible by road from Nairobi in approximately 2–3 hours.
- ✈️ By chartered flight in about 30 minutes.
🛏️ Accommodation & Tents
Egret Savannah Camp comprises 25 luxury tents.
Each tent is thatched with traditional roofs and decorated in safari tones.
These designs use natural woods, crisp linens, and wrought iron accents.
Every tent features:
- 🌅 A private veranda with panoramic views of the plains and Lake Nakuru.
- 🚿 En-suite bathrooms with flush toilets and showers (hot & cold running water).
- 🛏️ Four-poster beds draped with mosquito nets, stone patios, and outdoor seating for peaceful evenings under the stars.
✨ Amenities & Facilities
- 🍽️ Main restaurant serving both local and international cuisine, including options for children and special dietary needs.
- 🍸 Fully stocked bar/lounge with views, perfect for sundowners after an afternoon game drive.
- 🛋️ Cozy lounge area for relaxation, evening fires, and board games—spaces to unwind.
- 📶 Free WiFi (common and room areas).
- 🛍️ Gift shop selling crafts and local souvenirs.
- 🏊 Outdoor pool overlooking the park.
- 🚙 Parking, laundry services, and defined eco-friendly practices.
🦁 Safari Activities & Wildlife
Lake Nakuru National Park is famed for its flamingo populations.
Sometimes they number in the hundreds of thousands, covering the lake shore in waves of pink.
Egret Savannah Camp offers close birdwatching experiences.
- 🚙 Game drives both in the morning and late afternoon allow sightings of white and black rhino, giraffes, lions, leopards, waterbuck, buffalo and a range of antelope species.
- 🦜 Rich birdlife beyond flamingos includes pelicans, starlings, eagles, and many endemic and migratory species.
- 🚶 Birdwatching, nature walks, and romantic sundowners are regular highlights.
📅 Best Times & Practical Info
- 🟡 Optimal months: January–March, July–October, December — when dry conditions make roads more reliable and wildlife viewing is at its peak.
- 💰 Rates vary by season; tents are often priced higher in dry season vs wet season. Advance booking is advisable.
🌟 Why Egret Savannah Camp Stands Out
📸 [IMAGE PLACEHOLDER — Sunrise over Lake Nakuru]
- ⚖️ It balances luxury safari accommodation with authenticity — from thatched roofs to verandas overlooking wild plains.
- 🌿 An eco-conscious establishment, contributing to conservation and maintaining the natural ecosystem.
- 🎯 Offers a full range of safari experiences: game drives, birdwatching, nature walks, and the sheer spectacle of Lake Nakuru at sunrise.
💰 Egret Savannah Camp Rates 2025/2026
2026 Rates
🌍 Non-Residents (USD)
🔴 High Season
- 📅 Dates: 02 Jan – 31 Mar (Excluding Easter)
- 👤 Single — $250
- 👥 Double — $340
🔥 Peak Season
- 📅 Dates: 01 Jul – 31 Oct & 16 Dec – 01 Jan 2026
- 👤 Single — $280
- 👥 Double — $405
🟢 Low Season
- 📅 Dates: 01 Apr – 30 Jun & 1 Nov – 15 Dec 2025
- 👤 Single — $145
- 👥 Double — $250
🇰🇪 Residents (Kshs)
🟡 Shoulder Season
- 📅 Dates: 01 Nov – 15 Dec 2025
- 👤 Single — 13,000
- 👥 Double — 22,000
🟡 Mid Season
- 📅 Dates: 02 Jan – 31 Mar & 01–31 Oct 2025
- 👤 Single — 14,000
- 👥 Double — 24,000
🔴 High Season
- 📅 Dates: 01 Jul – 31 Sept & 16 Dec – 01 Jan 2026
- 👤 Single — 16,000
- 👥 Double — 28,000
🟢 Low Season
- 📅 Dates: 1 April 2025 to 30 June 2025
- 👤 Single — 15,000
- 👥 Double — 22,000
👨👩👧 Children’s Rates
(Rates applicable 2–12 years. Children below 2 years free)
- 🏕️ Child sharing a tent with parents — 25% of double tent rate.
- 🏕️ 2–3 children sharing own tent (exclusive use) — 75% of double tent rate.
- 👨👩👧 1 child sharing with adult — Double tent rate for adult plus 25% of double tent rate for the child.
- 👨👩👧 2 children sharing tent with 1 adult — Double tent rate for adult plus 50% of double tent rate for children.
➕ Supplements
- 🐣 Easter: Adults US$35.00 (Kshs 2,000) per person per night. Children 50%.
- 🎄 Christmas: (24, 25, 26 & 31 December, 1 January). Adults Kshs 2,000 per person per night. Children 50%.
✅ Inclusions
The above rates are based on double occupancy or single occupancy on full board basis and are inclusive of 16% VAT, 2% Service Charge and 2% Catering Levy – Total 20%.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📍 Where is Egret Savannah Camp located?
Egret Savannah Camp is situated inside Lake Nakuru National Park, in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. It’s nestled between the park’s honeymoon hills, offering views of the savanna and Lake Nakuru’s flamingo-covered shores.
✈️ How do I get to Egret Savannah Camp?
The camp is accessible by road from Nairobi in about 2–3 hours via the Nairobi–Nakuru highway. Alternatively, guests can take a 30-minute chartered flight to Nakuru airstrip, followed by a short transfer to the camp.
🛏️ What type of accommodation is available?
Egret Savannah Camp offers 25 luxury en-suite tents, each with a private veranda, mosquito-netted beds, and modern bathrooms with hot and cold running water.
🦁 What wildlife can I see around Egret Savannah Camp?
Lake Nakuru National Park is famous for its flamingos, rhinos (black and white), lions, leopards, giraffes, waterbuck, and over 400 bird species. Daily game drives and birdwatching excursions make spotting wildlife easy and rewarding.
👨👩👧 Does Egret Savannah Camp have family-friendly options?
Yes. The camp welcomes families, offering spacious tents, kid-friendly meals, and safe, guided activities suitable for younger travelers.
🎯 What activities are offered at Egret Savannah Camp?
Guests can enjoy game drives, birdwatching, guided nature walks, sundowners, and cultural experiences. Relaxing at the camp’s pool or enjoying the lounge and bar also make for memorable downtime.
📅 When is the best time to visit Egret Savannah Camp?
The best months for safari are January–March, July–October, and December, when wildlife viewing is excellent, and the park roads are dry and accessible.
🌿 Is Egret Savannah Camp eco-friendly?
Yes. Egret Savannah Camp is committed to sustainable tourism, practicing eco-friendly operations that protect Lake Nakuru’s fragile ecosystem while supporting local conservation initiatives.
🔗 Other Recommended Lodges and Camps in Nakuru
- 🏕️ Mbweha Camp — Nestled in the Great Rift Valley, this camp offers a unique experience with its comfortable cottages and safari tents. It provides game drives, bush walks, and even mountain biking activities. Guests can also enjoy a refreshing dip in the swimming pool.
- 🏨 Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge — Surrounded by lush gardens, this lodge offers breathtaking views of the lake and its surroundings. The lodge provides spacious rooms, a pool, and a restaurant serving both local and international cuisine. It also organizes game drives and guided walks in the national park.
- 🏕️ Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge — Located on a hill overlooking Lake Nakuru, this lodge provides a memorable experience with its spacious rooms and panoramic views. It offers game drives, bird watching, and boat rides on the lake.
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