Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi
Escape the city and immerse yourself in Kenya’s natural beauty with this unforgettable full-day tour from Nairobi to Hell’s Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha. Start your adventure with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, followed by a thrilling bike or walking safari through Hell’s Gate, where you’ll spot zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and dramatic rock formations. Explore hidden gorges on foot and encounter over 100 species of birds soaring overhead. Enhance your experience with an optional boat ride on Lake Naivasha to see hippos and vibrant birdlife up close. Comfortable transport, expert guides, and breathtaking landscapes make this a must-do adventure. Book now for a day packed with wildlife, scenery, and unforgettable memories.
Options
Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
Pickup included
What's included in Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hell's Gate National Park
Start your day with a 7:00 AM pickup in Nairobi and travel toward Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park, pausing en route to enjoy panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley from a scenic lookout. Upon arrival at the park around 9:00 AM, embark on a guided 2-hour biking or walking tour. Along the way, spot striking rock formations and a variety of wildlife including Thomson’s gazelles, elands, zebras, giraffes, warthogs, and hartebeest. Keep watch overhead—Hell’s Gate is home to over 100 bird species, such as Verreaux’s eagles, augur buzzards, vultures, and swifts. Next, explore the park’s unique gorges on foot, navigating narrow pathways and caves carved into layered sedimentary rock. After the 1-hour hike, continue to Lake Naivasha and proceed to Naivasha Marina Camp for lunch (at your own cost). Note: Guests who prefer not to bike may explore the park by vehicle. Your driver/guide will gladly stop for wildlife and scenic photo opportunities at no additional charge.
Lake Naivasha
Enjoy a 1-hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha to explore its rich wildlife. Watch for hippos lounging near the water’s surface and admire a variety of bird species—commonly seen are African fish eagles, lesser flamingos, African spoonbills, and little grebes. At 4:00 PM, begin the journey back to Nairobi, with drop-off expected around 6:00 PM.
Inclusions
- Bicycle Hire
- Entry/Admission - Lake Naivasha
- Hells gate guide
- Hotel/Residence pickup and drop-off in Nairobi or Naivasha
- Hells gate Entrance Fees
- Entry/Admission - Hell's Gate National Park
- Transport by private vehicle
- Water( Only reusable bottle water is allowed)
- Lunch(available for purchase)
- Tips/Gratituies (optional)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase and is optional)
- Extra 20 USD for Spanish or German guide upon request(optional)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Our drivers will labelled company tags to receive our guests at the meeting point or a member of our team will be there.
