Kenya · National Parks

1-Day Hell's Gate National Park Tour from Nairobi with Lake Naivasha

1 Day Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley
02 Explore the charming Italian Chapel, a unique historical gem in the Rift Valley
03 Discover Hell's Gate National Park's accessible landscapes and diverse wildlife
04 Enjoy an enchanting boat ride on Lake Naivasha to observe hippos
05 Conclude the day with a scenic walk on Crescent Island

Enjoy a captivating day trip from Nairobi to Hell's Gate National Park, with scenic stops at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint and the Italian Chapel along the way. Explore the park's accessible landscapes and wildlife on foot or by bicycle, then savour lunch by the lake before a boat ride on Lake Naivasha to observe hippos. Complete the experience with a walk on Crescent Island before returning to Nairobi.

After lunch, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha with hippos and a walk on Crescent Island.

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 No

Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Hell's Gate National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Hell's Gate, Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island

8:00 am - Pickup from your hotel in Nairobi and transfer to Hell's Gate National Park, with a stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint and the Italian Chapel along the way. At the park, you can walk or cycle to see the wild animals. Hell's Gate is a popular national park in Kenya because of its easy access from Nairobi and the variety of wildlife and unique landscapes that can be experienced during a visit.
After lunch, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha with hippos and a walk on Crescent Island.
Later, drive back to Nairobi for drop-off at the airport or at your residence.