Welcome to the Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate day tour from Nairobi! Departing from Nairobi, our journey takes us through the stunning Rift Valley, where we’ll make a stop at a viewpoint to marvel at the breathtaking scenery below. Next, we’ll arrive at Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its towering cliffs, geothermal steam, and diverse wildlife. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the park on a thrilling bike ride, getting up close to wildlife that roam freely. After our adventure in Hell’s Gate, we’ll head to Lake Naivasha, the largest freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley. A peaceful boat ride awaits, offering a chance to spot hippos, exotic birds, and other wildlife that call the lake home. For those seeking an extra adventure, we offer an optional visit to Crescent Island, a private sanctuary where you can walk among giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests (an additional fee applies). As the day comes to a close, we’ll start our journey back to Nairobi.
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- Lake Naivasha and Hellsgate Day Tour from Nairobi
Tour Description
- 1 Day
- Lake Naivasha
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Nairobi
- Professional driver/guide
- Boat Ride
- Bottled water
- Admission to lake Naivasha
- Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint
Exclusions
- Hells Gate National Park entry fees
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Visit to Crescent Island (optional)
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Foods and drinks
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Tips & Gratuities
Detailed Itinerary
06:00 AM – Hotel Pick Up & Departure from Nairobi
Meet your driver-guide at your hotel or residence in Nairobi. After a briefing, depart for Naivasha via the Nairobi–Nakuru highway. Enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment with a brief photo stop at a viewpoint.
08:30 AM – Arrival at Hell’s Gate National Park
Enter Hell’s Gate National Park, famous for its dramatic cliffs, gorges, geothermal activity, and free-roaming wildlife.
08:45 AM – 11:30 AM – Game Drive / Cycling / Hiking in Hell’s Gate
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Option 1: Game Drive – explore the park by vehicle, spotting giraffes, zebras, buffalo, gazelles, and more.
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Option 2: Cycling Safari – rent a bicycle and ride through the park (a unique experience since Hell’s Gate is one of the few parks in Kenya where cycling is allowed).
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Option 3: Hiking the Gorge – explore the Ol Njorowa Gorge with a local guide, discovering hot springs, cliffs, and caves (note: gorge access depends on weather/park regulations).
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Exit Hell’s Gate & Drive to Lake Naivasha Head to nearby Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya’s most beautiful freshwater lakes, famous for birdlife and hippos.
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at one of the lakeside lodges.
01:45 PM – 03:00 PM – Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha Take a boat safari on Lake Naivasha. Spot hippos wallowing in the water, African fish eagles diving for fish, and a variety of water birds. If lucky, you may also see giraffes and antelopes along the lakeshore.
03:00 PM – 04:00 PM – Optional Crescent Island
Walking Safari Take a short boat transfer to Crescent Island, a private sanctuary. Here, enjoy a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and gazelles—no predators, making it safe to walk close to the animals.
04:00 PM – 06:30 PM – Return Journey to Nairobi Depart Naivasha and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the evening. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or residence.
Full Day Itinerary – Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate Day Trip
06:00 AM – Hotel Pick Up & Departure from Nairobi
Meet your driver-guide at your hotel or residence in Nairobi. After a briefing, depart for Naivasha via the Nairobi–Nakuru highway. Enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment with a brief photo stop at a viewpoint.
08:30 AM – Arrival at Hell’s Gate National Park
Enter Hell’s Gate National Park, famous for its dramatic cliffs, gorges, geothermal activity, and free-roaming wildlife.
08:45 AM – 11:30 AM – Game Drive / Cycling / Hiking in Hell’s Gate
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Option 1: Game Drive – explore the park by vehicle, spotting giraffes, zebras, buffalo, gazelles, and more.
-
Option 2: Cycling Safari – rent a bicycle and ride through the park (a unique experience since Hell’s Gate is one of the few parks in Kenya where cycling is allowed).
-
Option 3: Hiking the Gorge – explore the Ol Njorowa Gorge with a local guide, discovering hot springs, cliffs, and caves (note: gorge access depends on weather/park regulations).
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Exit Hell’s Gate & Drive to Lake Naivasha
Head to nearby Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya’s most beautiful freshwater lakes, famous for birdlife and hippos.
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM – Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at one of the lakeside lodges.
01:45 PM – 03:00 PM – Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha
Take a boat safari on Lake Naivasha. Spot hippos wallowing in the water, African fish eagles diving for fish, and a variety of water birds. If lucky, you may also see giraffes and antelopes along the lakeshore.
03:00 PM – 04:00 PM – Optional Crescent Island Walking Safari Take a short boat transfer to Crescent Island, a private sanctuary. Here, enjoy a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and gazelles—no predators, making it safe to walk close to the animals.
04:00 PM – 06:30 PM – Return Journey to Nairobi
Depart Naivasha and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the evening. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or residence.
Company Details
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- info@adventuretraverse.com
- Unga House 9th Floor Room 915, Westland Nrb
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