Lake Naivasha Day Trip

Experience an exhilarating day trip from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley, offering a break from the city and a wide range of thrilling activities. This action-packed day includes adventure, birdwatching, game-viewing on foot and by boat, and a delectable alfresco lunch amidst the beautiful gardens of a lakeside lodge.

Lake Naivasha, a tranquil freshwater lake, is just a two-hour drive northwest of Nairobi. The journey itself is scenic as we descend from the Rift Valley’s escarpment to the sprawling savannah below. Along the way, we make stops at viewpoints that provide excellent opportunities for capturing breathtaking photos.

Our first destination is Hell’s Gate National Park, where you can embark on a thrilling walking or cycling adventure among the plains game. Marvel at the park’s dramatic cliffs and unique rock formations that give it its name. Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of the park as you explore its diverse landscapes on foot.

Next, we embark on a boat ride on Lake Naivasha itself. Witness the incredible sight of pods of hippos lazing in the water and observe the abundant birdlife that the lake is renowned for. Your senses will be delighted as you soak in the peaceful atmosphere of the lake while surrounded by nature’s wonders.

To further enhance your wildlife encounters, we visit Crescent Island Game Park, where you have the opportunity to walk among a variety of animals. Encounter graceful giraffes, zebras, gazelles, playful monkeys, and majestic wildebeests up close, creating lasting memories of this one-day safari.

What sets this day tour apart is the immersive experience of connecting with nature through various activities. It offers a departure from the traditional safari and allows you to intimately engage with the animals by walking in close proximity to them.

Relish in the thrill of adventure, marvel at the abundant wildlife, and immerse yourself in the stunning natural surroundings on this unforgettable day trip to Lake Naivasha from Nairobi.

Nairobi – Lake Naivasha – Nairobi

(100 kms, 2 to 2.5 hours)

• Early breakfast at your Nairobi hotel.
• Pick-up from the hotel.
• Two-hour drive to Lake Naivasha, located in the Great Rift Valley.
• Visit Hell’s Gate National Park, known for its red basaltic cliffs and the narrow break in the park’s tall cliffs.
• Explore the park on foot or by bicycle (bikes can be arranged) among herds of plains game, including zebra, eland, hartebeest, and Grant’s and Thomson’s gazelles.
• Spot wildlife such as klipspringers, baboons, and rock hyrax among the rocks.
• Observe the diverse birdlife, including secretary birds, ostriches, vultures, and eagles.
• Hike into the park’s rocky gorges and sandstone ravines, and enjoy the streams fed by hot-water springs.
• Have a relaxing lunch at a lodge on the shores of Lake Naivasha.
• Admire the grassy forests filled with giant yellow-barked acacia trees, home to birds and black-and-white colobus monkeys.
• Take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha to spot hippos and a variety of water birds such as pelicans, cormorants, kingfishers, herons, jacanas, and fish eagles.
• Participate in a guided walking safari in Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, where you can stroll among impala, waterbuck, wildebeest, zebra, and giraffe. The flat and open terrain allows for close encounters with the animals.
• Enjoy the scenery of Lake Naivasha with its purple mountain backdrop and floating islands of papyrus and water hyacinth.
• Drive back to Nairobi and arrive in the early evening.

PRICES AND SEASONS

Please note that the prices listed are per person.

Trip prices provided are per person and assume either double occupancy or single occupancy unless stated otherwise. Additional charges may apply for optional activities. All prices and fares are in U.S. dollars. Children below 3 years of age can join free of charge, while children between 3 and 12 years old will be charged 75% of the adult rate.

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