Private Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate Day Safari

Nairobi, Kenya
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Duration12h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

This is a private day safari combining Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park, designed for travelers who value flexibility, varied landscapes, and unrushed exploration within a single day from Nairobi.

The experience includes a boat ride across Lake Naivasha to Crescent Island, offering close-up views of birdlife and grazing wildlife in a calm, open setting rarely found on traditional game drives.

Travel is in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle with a dedicated driver-guide, allowing the day to adapt to conditions and traveler interests rather than fixed group schedules. Hell’s Gate National Park adds a contrasting landscape of dramatic gorges and geothermal features, making this tour well suited to travelers seeking a balanced nature experience beyond standard safari routes.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park entrance fees
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Lake Naivasha
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Travel from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, arriving late morning. Time is spent enjoying the lakeside environment and observing birdlife and resident wildlife along the shores.

    A boat ride across Lake Naivasha to Crescent Island is included, offering close views of waterbirds and grazing wildlife in a peaceful, open setting. Time is allowed to explore Crescent Island on foot at a relaxed pace.

    Lunch is taken at a lakeside restaurant (at own expense) before continuing to Hell’s Gate National Park. Other optional activities may be available on site, subject to time and conditions.
  2. Hell's Gate National Park
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Continue to Hell’s Gate National Park for an afternoon visit exploring its open landscapes, dramatic cliffs, and geothermal features. Depending on conditions and traveler preference, time may be spent on a guided drive or optional cycling within designated areas of the park.

    Wildlife sightings may include plains game and birdlife, with scenery and geological formations being a primary highlight. After the visit, begin the return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the early evening depending on traffic.

Meeting and pickup

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Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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