Lake Elementaita is a soda lake located in the Great Rift Valley, about 120 km northwest of the capital city Nairobi, approximately a 3-hour drive.
Lake Elementaita Wildlife Sanctuary lies between Lake Naivasha to the north and Lake Nakuru to the south.
Birdlife at Lake Elementaita
The area around Lake Elementaita is famous for its birdlife, supporting:
- Major breeding grounds for White Pelicans
- Feeding grounds for Flamingos
- Migratory birds from Europe and northern Africa
Bird species commonly spotted include:
- Geese
- Spikes
- Cormorants
- Kingfishers
- Northern Puffback
- Pallid Harrier
- Red-capped Lark
- Long-tailed Widowbird
Wildlife and Attractions
Other attractions in Lake Elementaita Wildlife Sanctuary include:
- Kikopey Hot Springs
- Surrounding Acacia Woodlands
- Wildlife animals such as Common Zebra, Buffaloes, Reedbuck, Impalas, and Elands
Lake Elementaita Sanctuary Fees
| Category | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| East African Citizen | KES 500 | KES 250 |
| Resident | KES 675 | KES 350 |
| Non-Resident | USD 50 | USD 25 |
| African Citizen | USD 20 | USD 10 |
