Lake Nakuru National Park
World-famous for flamingos and one of Kenya's best rhino sanctuaries. Drive up to Baboon Cliff for a sunrise view over the lake — minutes from town.
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Come for the racing, stay for Kenya. Nakuru sits in the heart of the Rift Valley, and the Maasai Mara is a road trip away.
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Wildlife on your doorstep
All within an hour of the race track.
Racing on 27–28 March? Check the race categories and schedule, get directions to the skating track in Nakuru and register for the Skatefest.
Menengai Crater
One of the largest volcanic craters in the world, right on Nakuru's doorstep. Hike the rim and take in sweeping Rift Valley views.
Lakes Elementaita & Bogoria
A short drive from Nakuru: hot springs, geysers and more flamingos along the Great Rift Valley lake chain. Perfect for a post-race day trip.
Further afield
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Kenya's most famous safari country, a few hours' drive south-west of Nakuru via Narok. Lions, cheetahs, elephants and great herds of plains game roam the open savanna all year.
The Great Migration usually crosses the Mara between about July and October, but March is a quieter, greener time to visit with excellent game viewing. Allow at least two nights to make the trip worthwhile, and book lodges or camps ahead.
Pair it with race weekend: see the 5-day plan below.
Where to stay
Sleep well, skate fast
- Town-centre hotels and guest houses for every budget, 10–15 minutes from the venue
- Lakeside lodges and camps inside and around Lake Nakuru National Park
- Self-catering cottages and Airbnbs for teams and families travelling together
- Book early — rooms near the venue fill up on race weekend
Where to eat
Fuel for race day
- Nyama choma and Kenyan favourites at local grills around town
- Coffee shops and fast food along Kenyatta Avenue and the malls
- Fresh tilapia from the lake region at roadside restaurants
- Food vendors on site at the venue all race weekend
Suggested trips
Build your race weekend
Three easy ways to combine the Skatefest with the best of Kenya.
1 day
Race day plus an evening game drive into Lake Nakuru National Park — rhinos at sunset, back in town for dinner.
3 days
Race weekend, then a Monday recovery trip: Menengai Crater in the morning, the hot springs at Lake Bogoria in the afternoon.
5 days
Race weekend in Nakuru, then drive to the Maasai Mara for a two-night safari before heading home.