Kenya · National Parks

2-Day Great Rift Valley Excursion from Nairobi with Hell's Gate

2 Days Round trip from Nakuru Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley
02 Explore Hell's Gate National Park by bicycle or enjoy a boat ride on the lake
03 Visit Lake Nakuru or Lake Elementaita for hot springs and flamingo viewing
04 Stay overnight in a semi-luxury camp along Lake Naivasha

Experience a thrilling 2-day Great Rift Valley excursion from Nairobi, taking in the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint, Fish Eagle Inn, and the scenic shores near Hell's Gate National Park. Enjoy activities such as a boat ride, cycling through stunning scenery, and bird watching at Lake Nakuru or Lake Elementaita, then unwind with an overnight stay in a semi-luxury camp along Lake Naivasha.

Experience a thrilling 2-day Great Rift Valley excursion from Nairobi, taking in the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint, Fish Eagle Inn, and the scenic shores near Hell's Gate National Park.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park, Hell's Gate National Park, Lake Elmenteita

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to the Great Rift Valley and Fish Eagle Inn

8:00 AM: Pickup from your Nairobi hotel and drive to the Great Rift Valley viewpoint.
9:30 AM: Enjoy panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley - a breathtaking experience.
10:00 AM: Begin your descent into the valley and continue to Fish Eagle Inn for lunch.
12:30 PM: After lunch, take a relaxing walk to the lake shore or opt for a boat ride on the lake.
2:00 PM: Alternatively, you can choose to cycle through Hell's Gate National Park and explore its stunning scenery.
5:00 PM: Return to Fish Eagle Camp, where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in this luxury camp.

Day 02

Lake Nakuru National Park or Lake Elementaita and Return to Nairobi

7:00 AM: After an early breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park or Lake Elementaita.
9:00 AM: Visit the hot springs and enjoy bird watching, especially the famous flamingos at Lake Nakuru.
12:00 PM: Have lunch in the park or at a local lodge.
1:30 PM: After lunch, drive back to Nairobi.
4:00 PM: Arrive back in Nairobi and end the excursion.