Full-Day Mount Longonot Hike and Lake Naivasha Boat Tour

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike Mount Longonot's steep trail with panoramic views from 6,000 feet
• 02 Take on a rewarding trek that is achievable for people of average fitness
• 03 Pause at rest points along the ascent to prepare for each section
• 04 Enjoy a sunset boat ride on Lake Naivasha with hippo sightings

Embark on a challenging yet rewarding full-day adventure from Nairobi with a hike up Mount Longonot, followed by a boat ride on Lake Naivasha. Tackle the mountain's steep trails with your guide, taking in panoramic views from 6,000 feet and pausing at rest points along the way. The hike is demanding but achievable for people of average fitness, and the early start helps you avoid the strongest heat of the day. After the trek, head to Lake Naivasha for a sunset boat ride and the chance to see hippos before returning to Nairobi.

After the trek, head to Lake Naivasha for a sunset boat ride and the chance to see hippos before returning to Nairobi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Mount Longonot

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mount Longonot Hike and Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

• Your adventure begins with pickup from your Nairobi hotel or residence at 6:00 AM. After a drive of approximately 1 hour, you will begin the ascent at 6,000 feet. Like all good uphill hikes, it starts with a slow, gentle rise to the first peak, giving you the chance to loosen your lungs and limbs for the second section, which is the best part.
• At the end of each section, there is a rest point where you can prepare yourself for the next part of the journey. You will have started early to avoid the sun's heat, but by the time you reach the end of the second section, you will have generated plenty of your own heat.
• This hike is not easy, but it is achievable for people of average fitness. Your guide will accompany you all the way to the top. The whole tour is only about 8-9 kilometres long, but it is very steep, so the round-trip from the park gate to Longonot Peak takes around 5 hours.
• At the end of the tour, you will visit Lake Naivasha for a sunset boat ride to see hippos before your return drive to Nairobi.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pickup within Nairobi
• Mount Longonot Park entrance fees
• Professional guide
• Transport in a private vehicle
• Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
• Lunch
• Drop-off back within Nairobi

What's Not Included

• Tip

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your hotel

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.