Gilgil Travel Guide

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Flamingos on the lake. Kenya. Africa. Nakuru National Park. Lake Bogoria National Reserve. An excellent illustration.
Flamingos on the lake. Kenya. Africa. Nakuru National Park. Lake Bogoria National Reserve. An excellent illustration.

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Sirville Lake Elementaita Lodge

Sirville Lake Elementaita Lodge

3 out of 5
41 Lake Elementaita Gilgil Nakuru
Stay at this beach lodge in Gilgil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Kariandusi Museum and Lake Elmenteita are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (32 reviews)
Friendly staff that I got to know by name. Big thanks to Agnes, Jess, Neema, Veronica, Damaris, Sheril, Francis, Arthur ... great people that made my vacation memorable. I highly recommend Sirville Lodge.

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

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Sirville Lake Elementaita Lodge
Lake Elementaita Manor

Lake Elementaita Manor

3.5 out of 5
Nakuru Nairobi Highway Gilgil Nakuru County
Stay at this hotel in Gilgil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Kariandusi Museum and Lake Elmenteita are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 13 July 2024

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Lake Elementaita Manor
Sentrim Elementaita Lodge

Sentrim Elementaita Lodge

4 out of 5
Nairobi - Nakuru Highway Gilgil
The price is AU$352 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$352
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gilgil. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Elmenteita and Kariandusi Museum are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
Everything

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

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The 67 Escape, Elementaita

The 67 Escape, Elementaita

2.5 out of 5
Kikopey Gilgil Nakuru County
Stay at this golf residence in Gilgil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kariandusi Museum and Lake Elmenteita are located ...
The 67 Escape, Elementaita
White Thorn Cottages

White Thorn Cottages

3.5 out of 5
Nairobi-Nakuru Highway Gilgil
Stay at this cottage in Gilgil. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Kariandusi Museum and Lake Elmenteita are located ...
White Thorn Cottages
Kikopey Beach Camp

Kikopey Beach Camp

2 out of 5
Nakuru-Nairobi Road Gilgil Nakuru County
Stay at this campsite in Gilgil. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Kariandusi Museum and Lake Elmenteita are located ...
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Popular places to visit

Kariandusi Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Kariandusi Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Gilgil. Amble around the area's parks or experience its entertainment choices.

Kariandusi Museum

Gilgil Stadium

Catch an event at Gilgil Stadium during your trip to Gilgil. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's entertainment choices.

Gilgil Stadium

Activities

A day tour to Lake Nakuru and Naivasha Boat ride

A day tour; Lake Nakuru national park& L. Naivasha Boat ride

AU$354
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
A day tour; Lake Nakuru national park& L. Naivasha Boat ride
In the jungle

4 Days Small Group Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

AU$460
per adult
4 Days Small Group Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari
Private Day Tour to Lake Nakuru National Park

Private Day Tour to Lake Nakuru National Park

AU$368
per adult
Private Day Tour to Lake Nakuru National Park
Lakeside guardians: rhinos find respite by the water

7 days Group Safari Masai Mara Lake Nakuru Hells gate & Amboseli

AU$1,103
per adult
7 days Group Safari Masai Mara Lake Nakuru Hells gate & Amboseli
Lake Nakuru 2 Days 1 Night Safari.

Lake Nakuru 2 Days 1 Night Safari.

AU$793
per adult
Lake Nakuru 2 Days 1 Night Safari.
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Lake Nakuru Day Trip Safari – & Optional Lake Naivasha Boat

AU$496
per adult
Lake Nakuru Day Trip Safari – & Optional Lake Naivasha Boat
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