1-Day Tour to Hells Gate, Lake Naivasha: Biking, Hiking from Nairobi
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Naivasha
Experience the thrill of biking and hiking through Hell's Gate National Park on a private tour from Nairobi. Explore the stunning landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Book now!
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hell’s Gate National Park - Begin with 7am 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 at roughly 9am, begin a 2-hour, guided bike tour: watch for herds of Thompson’s gazelle, eland, zebra, 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, vulture, and swifts.

Continue on foot into the park’s distinctive gorges, where narrow passageways and caves are sunk into sedimentary rock. After a 1-hour walk, stop by a local Maasai community to learn about traditional life and customs in the Great Rift Valley, then head to Naivasha Fisherman’s camp for lunch (own expense).

  • Lake Naivasha - For an additional fee of $20 per person, you can explore Lake Naivasha wildlife on a 1-hour boat tour. Spot the hippos that linger just at the surface of the water, and see some of the diverse birdlife; African fish eagles, lesser flamingos, African spoonbill, and little grebe are all common here. At 4pm, begin the return trip to Nairobi, and finish the day with drop-off in Nairobi at roughly 6pm.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bicycle Hire
  • Hells Gate Entrance Fees
  • Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Water( Only reusable bottle water is allowed)
  • Lunch(available for purchase)
  • Tips/Gratituies (optional)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Extra 20 USD for Spanish or German guide upon request(optional)
  • Boat ride (25USD) per person (cash or Mpesa)
Additional Information

Embark on a cycling and walking adventure at Hell’s Gate National Park with a comprehensive, private day tour from Nairobi, which includes admission, bicycles, and a round trip from Nairobi. This customisable excursion presents the unique opportunity to observe wildlife up close, not from inside a safari vehicle, in a picturesque fragment of the Great Rift Valley.

  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Carry re usable bottle water
  • Wear sporty shoes
  • Sunscreen/hat and sunglasses
  • A small back bag to carry your personal items
Location
Hell's Gate National Park
Lake Road South, South of Lake Naivasha
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Scarletmagician
Jun 1, 2024
Jafar and Patrick are a great team! - Jafar and Patrick are awesome and you should definitely request them! Jafar is extremely knowledgeable about the sites and loves to share his understanding. I also want to commend Jafar because I had a bad stomachache, but he was willing to call the driver (Patrick) to come and get me if needed. He stayed close to me the whole time on his bike, took a lot of great pictures, and was very kind and professional. Patrick is really funny and has a happy, jolly spirit. He was so fun to talk to and it was a great experience. I will say that I underestimated the difficulty of the bike ride, so if you choose to do that, make sure you are ready for bumpy roads in direct sunlight. I reccomend taking water and breaks as needed.
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Justinfb828po
May 28, 2024
Fun day in Kenya - We had a great day with our very fun and friendly tour guides Festus Kazungu and Harrison. They were flexible with timing throughout the day and we never felt rushed. We were worried about not making the tour due to a flight delay but they picked us up directly from the Nairobi airport instead of hotel. Biking in Hell's Gate was a great introductory safari experience and we saw a variety of wildlife including zebras, giraffes, warthogs, and more. Be prepared for a sunny hot ride. We enjoyed Lake Naivasha where the highlights included seeing hippos and a huge group of pelicans on Crescent Island followed by a yummy dinner. Overall a great tour for our only day in Kenya.
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254joannev
May 26, 2024
Great day at Hellsgate park - It was a great day with an excellent guide. We especially loved the bike tour and hike at Hellsgate. Beautiful environment!
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110yohannam
May 22, 2024
Great tour - I loved the tour. Everything was well organized. Patrick is a great guide and driver. He made sure we had everything we needed during the whole trip. Thank you!
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R1196fynicholasb
May 20, 2024
Great trip with lots of animals - We had a great time with our guide Frank and our driver Patrick. The bike ride was a little challenging but nothing crazy. We were able to see many animals: zebra, giraffe, gazelle, warthogs, buffalo. Unfortunately the main gorge is closed right now so we were not able to walk into it. The boat ride was good, we saw hippos and a lot of birds. Our favorite was the pelicans. Please be aware that the boat ride is an additional 25 USD per person. Also, our lunch came out to around 25 USD for two people, this is also not included. Also, we stopped at a a viewpoint for the Great Rift Valley on the way. We were given some information by a local who worked in a souvenir shop. After his information he ushered us into the shop and we felt very pressured into buying something. Just be aware that the initial prices are a very big rip off. We ended up paying about 10 USD for two small soap stone animals which was way overpriced, but we just wanted to get out of there. I would recommend just tipping the local a little bit if you don't want to buy something, and don't walk into the shop.
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Robinab6276nq
May 18, 2024
Fantastic day trip - Fantastic itinerary, amazingly informed guide and driver. We saw TONS of animals and had the most special day. Thank you!
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Anica_h
May 17, 2024
Great experience. A must do! - A most do trip. Great to experience rural Kenya. The trip was amazing experience from start to finish. Jaffar and our driver were fantastic and very knowledgeable. The bike ride was fantastic. We passed zebras, warthogs, antelope and giraffes on our ride. The lake and boat just rounded of an amazing. The hike had stunning views across the valley.
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Davehs2492sn
May 17, 2024
Hells Gate, amazing - Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Jaffar and our driver were fantastic and very knowledgeable and friendly. Would highly recommend. The bike ride was fantastic. We passed zebras and giraffes on our ride, and the hike had breathtaking views. A must do trip.
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Logan
May 16, 2024
Best bike ride EVER! - Our guides, Jaffar & Kazungu, arrived on time to pick us up from the Airbnb. The vehicle they arrived in was clean and comfortable. After a car ride we arrived near the entrance to Hells Gate. Our guides ensured we tested several bicycles and picked one that would work well. During the bike ride the guide provided insight and knowledge about the park. The park is STUNNING and observing it from outside a car, on the bicycles, is well worth it. I highly recommend the tour!
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Culture12864962391
May 9, 2024
Very good experience - It was a great tour, with a kind and polite guide, a fun driver, and the opportunity to encounter beautiful nature and animals. I was a bit worried about the security situation in Nairobi, Kenya, based on previous information, but I was able to participate in the tour without any worries.
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