A one-day trip to Hell's Gate National Park with a boat ride involves a drive from Nairobi, exploring the park's unique landscape with optional activities like biking or hiking, and then taking a boat ride on nearby Lake Naivasha to see hippos and birds. Day tours typically include transportation, park fees, lunch, and guided activities like walking and biking in Hell's Gate, followed by a boat safari on Lake Naivasha.
Safari Description
Morning: Begin with a pick-up in Nairobi for the roughly 2-hour drive to Hell's Gate National Park, with an optional stop at a Rift Valley viewpoint.
Mid-day: Explore Hell's Gate National Park, which is unique for being a place where you can walk or bike among game animals like zebras and buffalo. You can take a guided walking tour, rent bicycles, or explore the gorge on foot. You'll also see geothermal steam and unique geological features.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant, which often includes local Kenyan food.
Afternoon: Head to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride. This is a separate activity from the park itself but is often included in day trips.
Boat Ride: Take a boat safari on Lake Naivasha to see hippos up close and spot various bird species, such as fish eagles. Some tours may also include a stop at Crescent Island for a guided walk.
Evening: After the boat ride, you will be driven back to your hotel in Nairobi.
Rates Per Person
| Start dates | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 | $190 | $168 | $157 | $151 | $146 | $140 | Get Quote |
| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $190 | $168 | $157 | $151 | $146 | $140 | Get Quote |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 | $190 | $168 | $157 | $151 | $146 | $140 | Get Quote |
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Drinking water(On all days)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Meals
