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1-Day Hells Gate, Crescent Island & Lake Naivasha Safari

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1-Day Hells Gate, Crescent Island & Lake Naivasha Safari

When you get to Hells Gate National Park, you can either walk or ride a bike. Wildlife you might see includes giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, zebras, and more. The setting is beautiful. You could also go rock climbing.

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1-Day Hells Gate, Crescent Island & Lake Naivasha Safari

This 1-day safari to Hell’s Gate, Crescent Island, and Lake Naivasha offers a perfect blend of wildlife, nature, and adventure just a short drive from Nairobi. Begin your day at Hell’s Gate National Park, where you can enjoy a unique walking or cycling safari among dramatic gorges, towering cliffs, and free-roaming animals like zebras, giraffes, and gazelles.

Next, take a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha, one of the Great Rift Valley’s freshwater lakes, known for its scenic beauty and rich birdlife, including fish eagles, pelicans, and herons. Keep an eye out for hippos wallowing near the shores.

Finally, explore Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, a peaceful haven where you can walk among wildlife in an open and predator-free environment. This one-day safari is ideal for nature lovers looking for a close-up experience with Kenya’s landscapes and animals without venturing far from the city.

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1-Day Hells Gate, Crescent Island & Lake Naivasha Safari

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Day 1: Day Hells Gate, Crescent Island & Lake Naivasha Safari

06:30 AM – Pick-up from Nairobi Hotel or Airport
Your safari adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel or airport in Nairobi. Enjoy a scenic 1.5 to 2-hour drive through the Great Rift Valley, with a brief stop at a viewpoint to admire panoramic views and take photos.

09:00 AM – Arrive at Hell’s Gate National Park
Enter Hell’s Gate National Park, one of Kenya’s most unique parks where walking and cycling safaris are allowed. Rent a bike or walk through the dramatic volcanic landscape, with towering cliffs, rock towers, and deep gorges. Expect to see zebras, giraffes, elands, gazelles, and warthogs along the way. You may also explore the Hell’s Gate Gorge (if open), known for its hot springs and striking rock formations.

11:30 AM – Transfer to Lake Naivasha for Boat Ride
Drive to nearby Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake popular for its calm waters and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a boat ride across the lake, watching hippos up close and spotting numerous bird species such as African fish eagles, cormorants, and kingfishers. The tranquil setting offers great opportunities for birdwatching and photography.

01:00 PM – Lunch at a Local Lodge or Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a lakeside lodge or restaurant, where you can relax and take in the views of Lake Naivasha.

02:00 PM – Visit Crescent Island Game Sanctuary
After lunch, take a short boat transfer to Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, one of Kenya’s best-kept secrets. Here, you can walk freely among wild animals such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, waterbucks, and impalas in a peaceful, predator-free environment. A local guide will accompany you, sharing insights about the wildlife and ecosystem.

04:00 PM – Depart for Nairobi
Begin your return journey to Nairobi, enjoying the scenic views along the Rift Valley escarpment.

06:30 PM – Drop-off at Hotel or Airport
Arrive back in Nairobi in the early evening and be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your exciting one-day safari adventure.

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Trip Includes

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  • All Tour accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation ( To & From )
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Everyday Meals ( As specified )
  • Drinking water ( On all days )

Trip Excludes

  • International flights ( From / to home )
  • Additional Accommodation
  • Tips
  • Personal items(Souvenirs, etc.)
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Gov increase of taxes and/or park fees
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