Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate National Park Day Excursion

📍 Lake Naivasha, Kenya
1 Day
From USD 208 / per adult
1 Day
Cost includes: Hotel pickup and drop-off / Boat ride on Lake Naivasha / Cycling or walking excursion in Hell's Gate / Professional multilingual guide
Overview
Trip Route
1 1. Nairobi (Hotel Pickup) Nairobi (Hotel Pickup) 2 2. Lake Naivasha Lake Naivasha 3 3. Hell's Gate National Park Hell's Gate National Park
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Trip Route
1 Day · 3 Stops
Day 1
Nairobi (Hotel Pickup)
Early morning departure from your Nairobi hotel
Day 1
Lake Naivasha
Boat ride with hippos and water birds on the Great Rift Valley's freshwater lake
Day 1
Hell's Gate National Park
Cycling or walking excursion through dramatic cliffs, gorges and geothermal features
Trip Info

Escape Nairobi for a full day of wild beauty along the Great Rift Valley, where the shimmering waters of Lake Naivasha and the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Hell's Gate National Park await. You will glide across one of East Africa's most picturesque freshwater lakes in the company of hippos and hundreds of bird species, before venturing into the towering cliffs and ancient gorges that inspired the setting of a beloved animated film. At Africompass, our multilingual guides fluent in English, Spanish, Chinese, German and French ensure every moment is richly interpreted and deeply personal. This day excursion is perfectly crafted for nature lovers, birdwatchers and adventure seekers who want maximum experience in minimum time. Flexible partial-payment options mean securing your booking is effortless.

💳 A 50% partial payment is all that is needed to confirm your booking, with the remaining balance settled after the tour.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 01 Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Naivasha and Hell's Gate National Park

Your Africompass guide will collect you from your Nairobi hotel in the morning and transfer you through the scenic Great Rift Valley escarpment to Lake Naivasha, where you will embark on a boat ride across the calm freshwater lake, encountering hippos, fish eagles and a rich variety of water birds. After the lake, you will proceed to Hell's Gate National Park for a guided cycling or walking excursion through towering volcanic cliffs, narrow gorges and active geothermal vents, with excellent chances of spotting giraffes, zebras and buffalo roaming freely alongside the trail. An optional picnic lunch is available at an additional cost before your relaxed return drive to Nairobi, arriving at your hotel by early evening.

  • Early morning hotel pickup in Nairobi and scenic drive to the Great Rift Valley
  • Boat ride on Lake Naivasha with hippo and water bird viewing
  • Guided cycling or walking excursion through Hell's Gate National Park
  • Wildlife spotting including giraffes, zebras and buffalo in Hell's Gate
  • Exploration of volcanic cliffs, gorges and geothermal features
  • Optional picnic lunch (additional cost)
  • Afternoon return transfer to your Nairobi hotel
Accommodation Options
Option 01
No overnight accommodation
Day excursion, returns to Nairobi
Day trip only
Rates & Cost Breakdown

All rates are per person and vary by travel season. Choose your season below to view the applicable pricing.

Adult USD 208
ℹ️ Per adult rate
What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

  • Return road transfer from your Nairobi hotel
  • Professional multilingual guide (English, Spanish, Chinese, German, French)
  • Boat ride on Lake Naivasha
  • Cycling or walking excursion in Hell's Gate National Park
  • Park entrance fees

Not Included

  • Optional picnic lunch (available at an additional cost)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Gratuities and tips
  • Any items of a personal nature
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