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Crayfish Camp

Crayfish Camp offers lakeside cabins, camping, a vibrant bar, swimming pool, horse riding, and family-friendly fun on Moi S Lake Rd, Nakuru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, kid-friendly amenities, boat rides, and great food in a scenic, affordable setting perfect for f

Lake View, Moi S Lake Rd, Nakuru, Kenya View on map
7.8/10
Good Based on 1076 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Free parking Pool Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Crayfish Camp offers a lively setting with family-friendly amenities

Recent reviews highlight a well-rounded experience focused on recreation, social activities, and affordability, with practical considerations around meal timing and accommodation upkeep.

Guests often praise

  • The vibrant nightlife and popular bar providing a fun social atmosphere.
  • The swimming pool and kid-friendly recreational facilities.
  • The friendly, helpful staff and generally clean rooms.
  • The affordable rates and good portion sizes at the restaurant.
  • Varied activities available onsite including horse riding and boat rides.

Worth knowing

  • Breakfast service is sometimes delayed, with meals served later than typical morning hours.
  • Some cabins and facilities could benefit from maintenance and repairs.
  • Wi-Fi is slow and limited to certain areas of the property.
  • The swimming pool may occasionally be unavailable due to weather damage.
  • Guest room service is not provided, reflecting a more casual, camp-style experience.

Best for

  • Families and groups looking for a variety of recreational activities in one location.
  • Visitors interested in a casual camp-style stay with affordable dining options.
  • Guests who enjoy socializing in a lively atmosphere with a bar and night events.
  • Those seeking proximity to nature attractions like Hells Gate National Park and Crescent Island.
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About this property

Welcome to Crayfish Camp

Crayfish Camp, nestled along the serene shores of Lake View on Moi S Lake Road in Nakuru, Kenya, embodies an inviting blend of rustic charm and vibrant nightlife. With a solid rating of 3.9, this campsite offers an authentic outdoor experience that caters to families, friends, and solo travelers seeking leisure and adventure in Naivasha’s beautiful environs.

The camp’s atmosphere is lively, anchored by a popular bar that pulses with energy, making it an ideal spot for guests longing to unwind or socialize after a day of exploration. For aqua enthusiasts, the pool provides a refreshing escape, surrounded by well-maintained grounds perfect for both relaxation and play. Crayfish Camp’s commitment to inclusivity is evident in its pet-friendly policy and dedicated play areas for children, ensuring the whole family feels welcome.

Accommodations range from classic camping pitches to modest cabins offering shelter for those less inclined toward tents. While cleanliness and hot water in the showers receive praise, some aspects such as delayed meal service and room repairs signal room for improvement. Nonetheless, the on-site restaurant serves hearty meals and affordable drinks, with a robust buffet that many guests find satisfying despite occasional waiting times.

Outdoor activities extend beyond the basics, featuring horse riding, pool tables, and organized boat rides on the lake, enriching the recreational options for visitors. The camp’s location is strategic—secluded enough to escape the bustling hotel districts yet accessible for travelers, providing a peaceful base for sightseeing and relaxation.

Though Wi-Fi connectivity is limited to specific zones and has been noted as slow, this seemingly minor drawback encourages guests to immerse fully in the natural surroundings and social experiences. The friendly staff and genuine hospitality consistently elevate the overall stay, making Crayfish Camp a memorable destination in Nakuru County.

Crayfish Camp appeals to those drawn to authentic, affordable outdoor retreats enriched with social vibrancy and family-friendly amenities. It is a place where the beauty of Lake View merges with spirited nightlife and varied activities—inviting visitors to reconnect with nature and each other under the expansive Kenyan sky.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Free parking
Pool
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar

Not available at this property

Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MN
Melody Nyawira Mar 31, 2026
10

Crayfish is a wonderful camp site with a very wonderful nightlife. It has a very hype bar where one can turn up and enjoy as much. There is also a pool for all the aqua lovers. The camp rates are affordable as well. It is a great place to enjoy with family and friends and the food and drinks are quite affordable and a great play area for kids. Pets are also allowed for those who like bringing their furry friends along.

CM
Catherine Mong'ina Mar 22, 2026
8.0

This was my second time at the camp. Slept at one of their cabins two person sharing full board. No mosquitos... thank God, relatively decent rooms but don't expect room service. Their biggest downside is theirs meals are often served late for example our breakfast was getting ready at 10am. Probably because it's a camping site they don't really expect people to eat from their restaurant either way it'd be nice to have breakfast served by 7am. Overall great experience will definitely be stopping by again whilst in Naivasha.

AM
Agnes Muriuki Mar 19, 2026
8.0

One of the best places to camp in Naivasha because it contains all the facilities in one place and at affordable prices. There is a nice swimming pool, a club/bar, pool tables, horses, bikes, the lake (arranged boat rides are made) and a large area for putting the camps. There are rooms too for those not comfortable camping. It is located away from other hotels and is perfect for individuals or groups. You can arrange for your personal food or buy the food they sell. It makes a difference that there is a club in the facility for partying as most camping places in the area do not have the facility.

M
Mikkay Jan 25, 2026
8.0

I love the buffet. The scenery is awesome. Swimming pool is also really cool and there are many things to have fun with like the pool table and play station. But the Wi-Fi is slow and limited to a small area. Plus the prices of drinks are exaggerated

H
Hadisa Jan 17, 2026
10

The place exceeded our expectations.The staff were really friendly and the rooms were clean.we enjoyed our stay at crayfish.I would highly recommend anyone visiting naivasha to book a stay at crayfish! It was a good experience

NK
Njoki Kiama Jan 08, 2026
8.0

Nice place, bandas need lots of repair and the ladies toilets in the public areas could benefit if toilet paper replenished regularly. However, there was copious amounts of hot water in the showers and good breakfast. The grounds and campsites are vast and well maintained. Good experience!

HM
Harriet Mairura Dec 27, 2025
8.0

It's located along Moi South Lake Road, very accessible. Great for camping and activities like horse riding. I gave the place 4 stars because I drove all the way, expecting to find a swimming pool following a search on their website only to be told that it was destroyed by the rain It's a good place for people who love partying. Their bar section looked amazing!

MA
Merlyne Akwir Dec 20, 2025
10

Excellent service. There were various events occurring when we visited, however that didn't stop the staff from serving us with a smile. The waiter was kind enough to explain to us that the food would take a while, so he'd call us when it's ready, which he did. The food was worth the wait, as it was well prepared and the portions were filling. The horse riding was also worth it. The groom took us round the camp and gave us a brief history on the horses. My highlight of the visit was that we'd forgotten to take our change and the lady at the reception was kind enough to call us and send it via mpesa. I highly recommend Crayfish Camp.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Crayfish Camp

Sulmac Village, Kenya

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport 2 hr 21 Car
  • Wilson Airport 2 hr 12 Car
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