This is the simplest safari excursion departing from Nairobi, as the wildlife reserves on the itinerary are situated in close proximity to Kenya’s capital. During this tour, you’ll explore two national parks: Lake Nakuru and Hell’s Gate, and you’ll get the opportunity to observe hippos and the Kingfisher bird at Lake Naivasha / Crescent Island.
This is the simplest safari excursion departing from Nairobi, as the wildlife reserves on the itinerary are situated in close proximity to Kenya’s capital. During this tour, you’ll explore two national parks: Lake Nakuru and Hell’s Gate, and you’ll get the opportunity to observe hippos and the Kingfisher bird at Lake Naivasha / Crescent Island.
Nairobi - Hell’s Gate National Park, Crescent Island, and Lake Nakuru National Park
Naivasha - Depart from Nairobi early in the morning (typically at 8:00 am) and head to Lake Naivasha, which is just a 1.5-hour drive (90 km). On the way, enjoy a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for some memorable photos.
Crescent Island Game Park…
Nairobi - Hell’s Gate National Park, Crescent Island, and Lake Nakuru National Park
Naivasha - Depart from Nairobi early in the morning (typically at 8:00 am) and head to Lake Naivasha, which is just a 1.5-hour drive (90 km). On the way, enjoy a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for some memorable photos.
Crescent Island Game Park - Optional walking tour available.
Hell’s Gate National Park - Check into the lodge and enjoy lunch at 12:30. At 3:00 pm, proceed to Hell’s Gate National Park. Here, you can choose between a trekking tour or a cycling tour for a more adventurous exploration of the park. Alternatively, you can drive through the park in a safari minibus with an open rooftop. Hell’s Gate is home to giraffes, warthogs, zebras, buffaloes, gazelles, and numerous bird species. Explore the gorge area by leaving your vehicle (or bicycle) at the parking lot and embarking on a guided tour or hike through the scenic and historic gorges and caves. After an invigorating hike, consider visiting the natural hot spa within the park before returning to your lodge for an overnight stay at 6:00 pm.
Lake Nakuru - Nairobi
Lake Naivasha - After an early breakfast at Lake Naivasha, depart from the hotel at 7:00 am and head to Lake Nakuru for game drives.
Lake Nakuru - Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park around 9:00 am. Easily spot animals and birds such as flamingos, pelicans, storks, white rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs, and more. Visit the scenic observation hill or Baboon Cliff for a stunning view of the lake. After the game drives, exit the park at 1:00 pm for lunch in Nakuru Town, then drive back to Nairobi, arriving by 5:00 pm.
- All park entrance fees included
- Full board accommodation in the chosen option
- Meals provided: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Transport in a safari-modified vehicle
- Hotel/airport pickup and drop-off included
- All park entrance fees included
- Full board accommodation in the chosen option
- Meals provided: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Transport in a safari-modified vehicle
- Hotel/airport pickup and drop-off included
- Alcohol drinks, beverages (available to purchase), and holiday supplements in the lodge/camp.
- Optional: Balloon safari ($450 p/p), Boat ride ($30 p/p), Masai village visit ($20 p/p)
- (25 USD p/p for the boat ride
- Alcohol drinks, beverages (available to purchase), and holiday supplements in the lodge/camp.
- Optional: Balloon safari ($450 p/p), Boat ride ($30 p/p), Masai village visit ($20 p/p)
- (25 USD p/p for the boat ride
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
