Nairobi: Hell's Gate & Crescent Island 2-Day Tour
ID: GYG1283234-1962801
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
2 days
Description
Discover Hell's Gate National Park and Crescent Island on a 2-day tour from Nairobi. Spot and walk with wildlife, enjoy a boat ride on the lake, and explore the park's gorges and rock formations.
Begin with pickup in Nairobi, then travel to Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park, with a break to get views of the Great Rift Valley from a scenic overlook along the way.
Upon arriving in the park, begin a guided bike/walking tour. Watch for beautiful rock formations, herds of Thompson’s gazelle, eland, zebra, giraffes, warthogs, and hartebeest as you ride. Keep an eye on the sky throughout the tour, as Hell’s Gate National Park is home to more than 100 species of birds, including Verreaux’s eagles, augur buzzards, vultures, and swifts.
Continue on foot into the park’s distinctive gorges, where narrow passageways and caves are sunk into sedimentary rock. Spend the night at Lake Naivasha Resort or Sawela Lodge Naivasha.
Day 2 Crescent Island & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
After breakfast, proceed for a boat ride on Lake Naivasha as you get to spot more than 300 different bird species. The lake is known for great herds of hippos.
Upon arrival on the island, embark on a walking tour; it is home to various animals, including ostriches, antelopes, zebras, giraffes, and more. Marvel at great groups of pelicans that fill the lake and other types of birds. Afterwards, ride the boat back to the hotel and later on depart for Nairobi.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of spotting wildlife like zebras, giraffes, and warthogs
- Explore Hell's Gate National Park on a guided bike or walking tour
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Naivasha and spot hippos and pelicans
- Walk through the park's distinctive gorges and see rock formations
- Discover Crescent Island on a walking tour and see ostriches and antelopes
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves physical activities such as biking and walking.
The park is home to various wildlife and bird species.
INCLUDED
- Free Pick up & drop off
- Professional Guide
- Bottled water
- Transportation to and from
NOT INCLUDED
- Overnight stay at Lake Naivasha resort or Sawela Lodge Naivasha
- Meals with all meals included.
- Park entry fee, Hells Gate - $50. mandatory
- Park entry fee, Crescent Island - $33. mandatory
- Boat ride -$25 optional
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.