Kenya · DAY TRIPS IN LAKE NAIVASHA

15 Day Trips in Lake Naivasha to Build a Trip Around

23 tours  ·  from $31

Every Kenyan itinerary is one day short somewhere. These 15 day trips in Lake Naivasha justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the packing.

1 Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi - Cycling past zebra and giraffe at Hell’s Gate
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1 Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi

1.1 Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 332 reviews · from $110Our pick

Leave Nairobi at 7am for Hell’s Gate National Park, where you’ll cycle past zebras, giraffes, gazelle, and rock formations before hiking through the gorge. A private driver handles the long road journey, and guides such as Joash, David, Jaffar, and Harrison have been praised for their care and local insight. Add a one-hour Lake Naivasha boat ride for $25.

“Fantastic day! David was a great guide and our driver had ”mad” driving skills. David knew tons about Hells Gate which made the day very enjoyable. Boat trip on the lake was also wonderful. Lunch was not great and overpriced - if I had known I would have ordered something other than the buffet.”

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Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride - Leaving Nairobi and crossing the Great Rift Valley
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Day Trip: Hell’s Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

2.Day Trip: Hell’s Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 251 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $34

Leave Nairobi early for a Great Rift Valley viewpoint, a guided Lake Naivasha boat ride, and Hell’s Gate National Park. Cycle 16 km past zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and buffalo, then walk through the gorge. Guides such as Ruth, Isaiah, and Erick have been praised for patient help, though park fees, the $25 boat ride, lunch, and bike costs may be extra.

“The day trip was great, well organised and friendly, knowledgeable and personable drivers. I was a single female and felt very safe. Only point worth checking is the fitness levels of your group as too much faffing can lead to a delay getting home. That said, I didnt hugely mind because the park is beautiful and everything was very relaxed.”

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Private Hiking Day Trip to Mt. Longonot from Nairobi - Climbing Through Mt. Longonot National Park
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Private Hiking Day Trip to Mt. Longonot from Nairobi

3.Private Hiking Day Trip to Mt. Longonot from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $130

Leave Nairobi at 6 a.m. for a private climb through Mt. Longonot National Park. Your English-speaking guide sets the pace up steep ravines to the crater rim, with time to walk around it if your energy holds. After lunch near Lake Naivasha, add an optional boat cruise for hippos and African fish eagles.

“Vincent picked me up at 6am in a clean car. It was just me on this trip. He had with him Saffa a trainee. We stopped at the view point for the rift valley (but to be honest better views come as you head to longonot and from longomot itself). Read more”

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Nairobi: Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate National Park Day Trip - The morning drive and the Great Rift Valley viewpoint
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Nairobi: Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate National Park Day Trip

4.Nairobi: Lake Naivasha & Hell’s Gate National Park Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · 8 hours · from $36

Leave Nairobi for the Great Rift Valley, cruise Lake Naivasha for hippos and birds, then cycle or hike among zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and buffalo at Hell’s Gate. Guides such as Ruth and Douglas are praised for patience and local insight. Budget carefully for the boat, park, bike, and gorge fees.

“It went fine, enjoyed the lake, though expensive for what was offered. Bikes at the park were mostly old, poorly maintained, rusty. Too expensive for the lack of quality. Apart from the park entry fee, there was an additional fee just to take the bike inside. The bike rental on top of that. Wouldn't recommend it.”

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1 Day Hells Gate Biking Safari - Entering Hell’s Gate National Park
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1 Day Hells Gate Biking Safari

5.1 Day Hells Gate Biking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $150

Leave Nairobi at 7:00 am for a private, full-day visit to Hell’s Gate National Park. You’ll ride a rented bicycle past zebras, giraffes, impalas, and buffaloes, with time for scenery and gorges. Guides such as Simon, Ben, Kevin, and Peter have helped shape the company’s personal approach. Transport, parking, water, park entry, and bike hire are included.

“It was wonderful! Thanks for the teem for the service and good planing! The safari was amazing!!! It will be great to get back soon.”

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HELLS GATE AND LAKE NAIVASHA DAY TRIP FROM NAIROBI. - The three-hour Hell’s Gate outing
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HELLS GATE AND LAKE NAIVASHA DAY TRIP FROM NAIROBI.

6.HELLS GATE AND LAKE NAIVASHA DAY TRIP FROM NAIROBI.

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 18 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $36

You’ll visit Hell’s Gate National Park for cliffs, geothermal steam, wildlife, and a guided bike ride, then cruise Lake Naivasha among hippos and birds. Guides such as Saffik and Bryan provide English support, hotel pickup, bottled water, and private-car transport. Plan for extra cash for park entry, bike hire, and possibly the boat ride.

“It was a lovely day trip from Nairobi and Hell's Gate is highly recommended. It would be nice if the Bike Ride and Boat Ride could be pre-booked and paid for or included in the price. They prefer cash, which left us short.”

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1 Day Bike Tour to Hell’s Gate And Lake Naivasha - A short visit with a Maasai community
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1 Day Bike Tour to Hell’s Gate And Lake Naivasha

7.1 Day Bike Tour to Hell’s Gate And Lake Naivasha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $130

Leave Nairobi at 7:00 a.m. for a guided bike ride through Hell’s Gate National Park, a gorge walk, a Maasai cultural visit, lunch, and a Lake Naivasha boat trip. Bikes, guide, hotel transport, water, lunch, and a free company T-shirt are included. Park entry and the $25 boat fee are extra.

“Recommended tour for a daytrip out of Nairobi, had a chance to see nature and animals, enjoyed a bike ride and a boat trip and a delicious lunch in the middle.”

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Day trip to Hells Gate National Park with boat ride on Lake Naivasha - Cycling among animals at Hell’s Gate National Park
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Day trip to Hells Gate National Park with boat ride on Lake Naivasha

8.Day trip to Hells Gate National Park with boat ride on Lake Naivasha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $75

Leave Nairobi at 7:00 a.m. for a private day trip to Hell’s Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha. Ride a bike with a guide past wildlife and volcanic rock formations, hike through a gorge, then take a one-hour boat ride to see hippos, birds, and Crescent Island. Jared may lead the tour, though guide assignment can vary.

“I had the most amazing time biking, hiking and boating with Jared in Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha! He's friendly and incredibly knowledgeable with animal facts. Jared picked me up from Simba Lodge on time and the whole day just felt really carefree. I highly recommend booking a tour with Jared!”

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Hells Gate National Park Day Trip - Entering Hell’s Gate by foot, bicycle, or vehicle
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Hells Gate National Park Day Trip

9.Hells Gate National Park Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $165

Leave Nairobi at 6:30 am for a private Hell’s Gate National Park outing near Lake Naivasha. You can walk, cycle, or drive near wildlife, visit dramatic gorges, and enjoy Rift Valley views. Private transport and bottled water are included, while park fees, lunch, and bicycle hire cost extra. Guides may include Brian, Peter, Charity, George, or Mwai.

“Brian and Peter (our guides) were both funny and knowledgeable and made sure they did everything to cater to our requests so that we had a memorable tour.”

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Day Trip to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha - Climbing Mount Longonot National Park
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Day Trip to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha

10.Day Trip to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $130

Start with a 6:00 am pickup in Nairobi and climb Mount Longonot with a local guide such as Dominic or Jo. The 3 to 4 hour hike brings wide Rift Valley views and possible zebra sightings. Then take an included boat ride on Lake Naivasha to spot birds and hippos.

“Driver Jimmy and guide Dominic could not have been more friendly and delightful to spend the day with. They were both full of information — about the landscape and ecology — but also fascinating to chat with about Kenyan schooling, culturRead more”

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Day trip lake Naivasha and Hells gate - The picnic lunch between park and lake
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Day trip lake Naivasha and Hells gate

11.Day trip lake Naivasha and Hells gate

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $55

Travel from Nairobi to Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha with an English-speaking guide and hotel pickup. You can hike or cycle among cliffs, gorges, and wildlife, enjoy a picnic lunch, then take an optional boat ride to see hippos and birds. Guides such as Douglas, Surfic, and Kadwaro have earned praise for friendly, helpful service.

“The trip was an amazing experience—we saw so much! Our guide, Douglas, was super nice and knows everything about Kenya. We had a great chat, and since l'd mentioned I liked tea, he even got me a cup of traditional Kenyan tea.”

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Day Trip -Hells Gate & Lake Naivasha With Boat Ride From Nairobi - Elsamere and the Adamson story
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Day Trip -Hells Gate & Lake Naivasha With Boat Ride From Nairobi

12.Day Trip -Hells Gate & Lake Naivasha With Boat Ride From Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · from $112

You leave Nairobi at 7:30 a.m. for Hell’s Gate National Park, where a local guide leads you past cliffs, gorges, wildlife, and geothermal steam. The day includes a Lake Naivasha boat trip toward Crescent Island, lunch near the park, and a visit to Elsamere Conservation Center. Pickup, bottled water, and hotel return are included, but entry fees and some activities cost extra.

“the local tour company has no idea what promises this viator giving you when you book the tour, its only driving you from city to the park and returning you from park to city. as you have to pay extra for every single entrance during the day tour. so 140 usd instead of paying to Read more”

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Day Trip to Mt. Longonot with Boat Ride in Lake Naivasha - Climbing dormant Mt. Longonot
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Day Trip to Mt. Longonot with Boat Ride in Lake Naivasha

13.Day Trip to Mt. Longonot with Boat Ride in Lake Naivasha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $60

Start from Nairobi at 6:00 am with a private driver and guide, then hike 3.1 km to Mt. Longonot’s crater rim before a one-hour Lake Naivasha boat ride. Look for hippos, waterbucks, giraffes, impala, fish eagles, pelicans, and Crescent Island. Guide Peter is associated with this tour.

“Climbing the summit of Mount Logonot was simply fantastic. For those who like to venture into the unknown, on a narrow and often slippery path, filled with sand and volcanic rocks, with a breathtaking landscape, this is what you will get when Read more”

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Hells Gate National Park & Lake Naivasha Day Trip from Nairobi - The Great Rift Valley stop breaks up the road
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Hells Gate National Park & Lake Naivasha Day Trip from Nairobi

14.Hells Gate National Park & Lake Naivasha Day Trip from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $90

Travel from Nairobi to Hell’s Gate National Park with a driver-guide, stop at the Great Rift Valley, and choose a game drive or bicycle ride. Then visit Lake Naivasha, where an optional $25 boat trip offers views of hippos, pelicans, and fish-hunting eagles. Guides such as Kevin and Joseph add local stories and songs.

“We had the most beautiful experience and the most comfortable guide to be with throught the whole tour.The view of the place was unmatched .”

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Lake Nakuru Day Trip Safari – & Optional Lake Naivasha Boat - The 5:00 a.m. departure and the road into the Rift Valley
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Lake Nakuru Day Trip Safari – & Optional Lake Naivasha Boat

15.Lake Nakuru Day Trip Safari – & Optional Lake Naivasha Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $180

Leave Nairobi at 5:00 a.m. for a private Great Rift Valley day trip covering Lake Nakuru National Park, Makalia Falls, Baboon Cliff, Lake Naivasha, and Crescent Island. You will ride in a pop-up-roof safari vehicle, look for rhinos and flamingos, and choose optional boat and walking activities.

“Fue increíble la experiencia en el Nakuru, ya que vimos rinocerontes, búfalos, leones, e incluso, un leopardo. También vimos montones de flamencos, pelícanos y todo tipo de aves. En Naivasha, vimos hipopótamos y pudimos pasear entre lRead more”

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