Hell's Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha Boat Ride Tour

Nairobi, Kenya
Duration12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

What makes a tour to Hell’s Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha truly unique is the rare opportunity to experience wildlife and dramatic landscapes up close and on foot or by bike, unlike traditional game drives. Hell’s Gate is one of the only national parks in Kenya where you can walk or cycle among zebras, giraffes, and gazelles, with towering cliffs, gorges, and volcanic rock formations creating a cinematic backdrop (it even inspired scenes in The Lion King). Combined with a serene boat ride on Lake Naivasha, where you glide past pods of hippos and watch fish eagles dive for their catch, the trip offers a perfect contrast of adventure and relaxation — all within a single day. It’s this mix of active exploration, raw nature, and tranquil beauty that sets the experience apart.
Entry fee to Hell's Gate, boat ride in Lake Naivasha ($25) and bike hiring fee ($15) are not added in the price of the tour

What's included

  • Bottle water
  • Pick up and drop off
  • Driver/guide
  • Transportation with air-conditionin vehicle
  • It's a fee paid to the government for you to access the hellsgate national Park and its paid through E citizen at the site
  • Lake naivasha boat ride paying for the boat
  • It's the fee payed for hirering a bike at hellsgate paid at the site
  • Cycling fee inside the park

What to expect

  1. Lake Naivasha
    1h
    You will explore the beautiful waters of Lake Naivasha on a guided boat ride, discovering its rich wildlife and stunning scenery. As you cruise across the lake, you may spot hippos resting in the water, African fish eagles soaring overhead, and pelicans, cormorants, and other bird species along the shoreline. Enjoy views of the surrounding acacia trees, lush vegetation, and distant hills while learning about the lake's ecosystem and the wildlife that calls it home. Watch birds searching for fish and observe hippos in their natural habitat. This relaxing experience offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, photography, and appreciating the natural beauty of one of Kenya's most scenic freshwater lakes.
  2. Hell's Gate National Park
    4h
    You will explore Hell's Gate National Park, a spectacular destination known for its dramatic cliffs, towering rock formations, deep gorges, and geothermal landscapes. As you discover the park, you will encounter unique scenery shaped by volcanic activity, including steaming vents and rugged valleys. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, gazelles, and baboons roaming freely across the open plains. Depending on your chosen activity, you can explore the park on foot or by bicycle, enjoying close encounters with nature and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Hell's Gate offers an unforgettable adventure for nature lovers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking to experience Kenya's diverse landscapes and wildlife.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick travellers at hotels, the airport,air bnbs or at your place of choice within Nairobi County and drop you back after the trip at your preferred location within Nairobi county

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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