Full-Day Tour to Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate Park From Nairobi
Highlights
Nairobi
boating, cycling, Wildlife
Private Tour
1 Day
Easy
English
Description
Embark on an unforgettable one-day tour from Nairobi to Mt Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha. Experience the lush Kikuyu highlands and the breathtaking views from the Great Rift Valley View Point. Then, hike to the crater rim of Mt Longonot, enjoy a lakeside lunch at Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp, and explore the lake on a boat ride. Return to Nairobi by 5:30 pm.
Itinerary
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Day Tour to Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate Park
6:00 am: Departure from Nairobi to Mt. Longonot National Park
- Travel through the Kikuyu lush green highlands.
- Proceed along the eastern escarpment of the Rift Valley system.
6:30 am: Great Rift Valley View Point
- Scheduled stop to enjoy the view of the Rift Valley floor.
- Learn about the formation of the Rift Valley system.
- Explore the area's active volcanic features, lakes, mountains, and geysers.
- Capture photos of Mt Suswa and Mt Longonot from the viewpoint.
7:00 am: Mt Longonot National Park
- Descend into the Rift Valley and arrive at Mt Longonot National Park.
- Begin the hike to the crater, requiring medium physical fitness.
- Climb through gulleys with designated rest stops.
- Reach the crater's rim and have the option to go around it.
12:00 pm: Descend from Mt. Longonot – Lake Naivasha
- Descend from Mt Longonot to the base at the park headquarters.
- Relax for a while before driving to Lake Naivasha.
1:00 pm: Lunch at Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
- Arrive at Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp.
- Enjoy a sumptuous lakeside lunch while observing the beauty of the lake and bird activity.
2:30 pm: Boat Ride in Lake Naivasha
- Embark on a one-hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
- Witness diverse bird species, including the diving African fish eagle.
- Explore the hippo pool and observe hippos swimming with wide-open mouths.
4:00 pm: Lake Naivasha – Nairobi
- Depart from Lake Naivasha for Nairobi.
- Drive through lush Kikuyu highlands.
- Arrive in Nairobi at 5:30 pm and be dropped off at your hotel.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.