Hiking Routes Overlooking Lake Nakuru, Kenya 🌍🏞️

📍 This hidden hiking trail in Kenya offers stunning views of Lake Nakuru and the city—no online guides exist! After 5 hours of exploration, here’s the ultimate route with two options: a challenging hike or an easy scenic drive.🏞️ 🔴 Hiking Version (Challenging) Starting Point: Menengai Crater (a massive volcanic caldera and Kenya’s second-largest crater68) Trailhead: Begin at the ticket office (left side), but if you go right, you can skip the fee (though rangers may check tickets near the summit). Route Tracking: Follow the trail on Gaia GPS (link: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/Ds4FEyRfcbf4jGjwrq3OS0sO) – see Figure 14 for the exact path. Cost: If caught, the ticket is 1,500 KES (~$12), but the last stretch may not be worth it if you're just after the view.🏞️ 🔴 Easy Version (Scenic Drive) Best Viewpoint: Ride a motorbike (or drive) to Google Maps coordinates (-0.2587465, 36.0888715) for a breathtaking panorama of Lake Nakuru. Key Spot: The most scenic part is at (-0.2313372, 36.0931630) where three pavilions offer a perfect rest stop.🌍 For Tour Groups: If you have a private driver, ask them to take you here—best on clear days for unobstructed views. ⚠️ Important Notes: ✔ Best Time to Go: Early morning or late afternoon for golden-hour lighting. ✔ Alternative Views: If Lake Nakuru’s flamingos are scarce (due to water levels24), this hike still offers incredible landscape vistas. ✔ Safety: Menengai Crater has steep drops—stay on marked paths and avoid foggy days due to poor visibility. #Africa #Kenya #Nakuru #LakeNakuru #HikingAfrica #KenyaTravel #Adventure