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Nairobi: Hell's Gate Day Trip and Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
(31) Reviews
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This tour is unique because it combines water-based, cycling, walking, and wildlife experiences in a single day, something few destinations in Kenya offer. Tourists begin with a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, allowing close, uninterrupted viewing of hippos and prolific birdlife—an experience that contrasts sharply with traditional vehicle-only game drives. The transition to Hell’s Gate National Park then introduces a rare opportunity to cycle or walk inside a national park, moving at ground level among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes with no large predators present. The guided walk through Hell’s Gate Gorge, with its geothermal steam vents, towering cliffs, and volcanic formations, adds a str...
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Transportation
Pick up and Drop off
Time for Lunch (own expense)
Driver/Guide
Boat ride
Gratitudes
Entry fee to Hell's Gate
Bike hiring
Cycling
Nairobi: Hell's Gate Day Trip and Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
(31) Reviews
About
This tour is unique because it combines water-based, cycling, walking, and wildlife experiences in a single day, something few destinations in Kenya offer. Tourists begin with a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, allowing close, uninterrupted viewing of hippos and prolific birdlife—an experience that contrasts sharply with traditional vehicle-only game drives. The transition to Hell’s Gate National Park then introduces a rare opportunity to cycle or walk inside a national park, moving at ground level among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes with no large predators present. The guided walk through Hell’s Gate Gorge, with its geothermal steam vents, towering cliffs, and volcanic formations, adds a str...
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Transportation
Pick up and Drop off
Time for Lunch (own expense)
Driver/Guide
Boat ride
Gratitudes
Entry fee to Hell's Gate
Bike hiring
Cycling
Itinerary
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Lake Naivasha
Begin your day with an early morning pickup from your hotel or residence in Nairobi and enjoy a scenic drive along the Nairobi–Nakuru highway through the Great Rift Valley, stopping briefly at a panoramic viewpoint for photography and refreshments. On arrival at Lake Naivasha mid-morning, tourists will board a guided boat for a relaxed safari across the freshwater lake. During the cruise, you will watch hippos surfacing close to the boat, observe African fish eagles swooping down to catch fish, and identify pelicans, cormorants, herons, and other water birds along the shoreline. Your guide will explain the lake’s ecosystem, bird migration patterns, and the relationship between wildlife and surrounding communities. After the boat ride, you will disembark and enjoy time at the lakeshore, taking photos, stretching your legs, and appreciating the calm scenery before heading for lunch at Lake Naivasha Crescent Hotel, where you can relax and dine overlooking the lake.
1 hour
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Hell's Gate National Park
After lunch, drive to Hell’s Gate National Park and receive a short briefing at the main gate on park rules, safety, and activities. Inside the park, tourists will experience one of Kenya’s most interactive parks by choosing to cycle through the open plains or enjoy a guided game drive. As you move through the park, you will see zebras, giraffes, warthogs, gazelles, and buffaloes roaming freely without predators. Continue to Hell’s Gate Gorge, where you will take a guided walk through dramatic rock formations, narrow canyons, geothermal steam vents, and hot springs while learning about volcanic activity and local geology. You will stop at iconic landmarks such as Fischer’s Tower and the Central Tower for photography and short nature walks. After completing the activities, exit the park in the afternoon and begin your return drive to Nairobi, arriving in the early evening.