Navigating in and around Nakuru

I always say that the best part of Nairobi is leaving it. So, I've done exactly that 3 out of the last 5 weekends. First Lewa, then the Funzi Keys, and most recently, Nakuru. I've traveled to Nakuru for work, but I've never been there for fun, which is surprising given its proximity to Nairobi. I highly recommend it for any weekend or even just a day trip! Highlights included:

Hiking Menengai Crater (down a trail, up a steep self-blazed path, with a stop to dance in a Kenyan Christian music video):

Taking a game drive through Nakuru National Park, aka flamingo and pelican paradise:

Rhinos!

A gorgeous sunset over Lake Nakuru:

Hanging out at Kembu Cottages - Bananagrams, home-cooked meals, roasting s'mores in our fireplace, and having breakfast out on our sunny porch:

and finally, a visit to the neighboring social enterprise where we learned about how local women are taught how to knit wool products for sale both locally and exported abroad. I bought some adorable Kenana Knitter Critters as gifts (sisters, if you're reading this, just pretend you've never seen them before when your kids receive them at Christmas):

A special thanks to Andrew for organizing such a wonderful trip and to Matt and Jessica for driving me and Nat around!