1-Day Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Tour from Nairobi

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Witness the majestic beauty of the Great Rift Valley
• 02 Explore Hell's Gate National Park on a cycling adventure
• 03 Spot diverse wildlife, including birds and hippos, on a boat ride on Lake Naivasha
• 04 Enjoy a day trip filled with stunning scenery and exciting activities

Escape Nairobi for a day of adventure at Hell's Gate National Park and witness the awe-inspiring Great Rift Valley. Cycle through diverse landscapes teeming with wildlife, then cruise on Lake Naivasha while spotting hippos and birds. This action-packed day trip combines stunning scenery, exciting activities, and a taste of Kenya's remarkable wildlife.

Cycle through diverse landscapes teeming with wildlife, then cruise on Lake Naivasha while spotting hippos and birds.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Hell's Gate National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Adventure

• 7:00 AM: Depart Nairobi and embark on a scenic drive to Naivasha.
• 9:00 AM (approx.): Arrive at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for a breathtaking panoramic view. (Short stop)
• 9:30 AM (approx.): Reach the entrance of Hell's Gate National Park.
• 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Embark on a thrilling 2-hour cycling tour through the park, exploring diverse landscapes and spotting wildlife.
• 12:00 PM: Return the bikes and enjoy lunch at Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp (at your own expense).
• 2:00 PM: Hop on a 1-hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha, observing a variety of birds and keeping an eye out for hippos.
• 4:00 PM: After a day filled with adventure, begin your return journey to Nairobi.
• 6:00 PM (approx.): Arrive back in Nairobi, concluding your day trip.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Fuel and driver charges
• Entrance to Hell's Gate National Park
• Bicycle rental charges
• Private Hell's Gate guide
• Boat ride on Lake Naivasha

What's Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Lunch
• Gratuities (optional)
• Airport and hotels that aren't in the city centre or Westlands are available at an extra cost

What to bring

• Camera
• Sunscreen
• Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

• This is a private safari to Hell's Gate Park.
• At Hell's Gate, you will do a biking safari.
• Hell's Gate is one of the world's parks where you can walk and ride a bicycle while watching animals. During the Lake Naivasha boat ride, your captain will explain the different bird species, and you will see hippos. Get up close with wildlife and be on the lookout for the park's amazing species.
• This excursion focuses on birdlife, adventure activities, a boat excursion, biking, hiking, and small-game viewing.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Muindi Mbingu Street, Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.