Tours/Nairobi/Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Day Tour
Viator · group up to 100 pax

Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Day Tour

5.0(19)Nairobi1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(18)

Description

Visit Hell’s Gate National Park from Nairobi on a full-day tour that includes a guided hike through the park’s scenic gorges . Also you will get to learn that is a small national park, it is known for its wide variety of wildlife and for its scenery. This includes the Fischer's Tower where you can do rock climbing and also a home to five geothermal power stations at Olkaria. You will get a chance to learn and see that the lake is a birder's paradise as it is home to over 400 bird species as you also enjoy a boat ride. you can also chose a walk in the cresent Island. And these will make your tour memorable.

Tour Options

Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Day Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included420 min

Begin with pick up from Nairobi at 7:00 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 at one of the restaurant at 1:00pm for lunch .

Admission not included240 min

At 2:00pm drive for lake Naivasha 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 .At 4:00pm-6:00pm will be for a drive back to your places.

Highlights

Lunch
Driver Guide
Pickup & Drop off
Bike Renting Charges
A Bottle of water

What's included

Included
Lunch
Driver Guide
Pickup & Drop off
Bike Renting Charges
A Bottle of water
Not included
Entrance fees- Hell's Gate National Park
Bike Entry fees
Boat Riding charges
Drinks/ beverages
Gratuities
Admission Cresent Island

Pickup Locations & Times

we pick all travelers in hotel lobbies , Airport terminals pickup & drop off points and Apartments

Traveller Ratings

5.0
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(19)

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harisonm787
May 25, 2026
Enjoyable Events

We were eager to walk through the gourge , ride bicycle and the boat ride . It was possible with Kelvin. Highly recommend Nivlek Tours

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Operator response

Thank you so much for the incredible 5-star review!We are so glad Kelvin could help you complete your itinerary, from walking through the Hell's Gate gorge to enjoying the bicycle ride and boat cruise on Lake Naivasha. Kelvin always goes above and beyond to make sure our guests experience everything they look forward to, and we will proudly share your compliments with him!Your high recommendation means everything to our team. We look forward to hosting you on another memorable adventure soon!

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Fearless32452140268
May 6, 2026
Awesome Tour with Kelvin

We saw lots of birds at lake Naivasha and the hippos so close. The bike riding also made our day.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you so much for sharing such a glowing review of your day with Kelvin! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Day Tour.It’s wonderful that you got to see so many birds and had those close-up hippo encounters—it’s always a highlight for our guests. We’re also glad the bike riding added that extra bit of adventure to your day! Kelvin will be so happy to hear your kind words. We truly appreciate you choosing Nivlek Tours and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future

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Caroline_G
March 12, 2026
Hells Gate is worth a visit

As a female solo traveler. Absolutely fantastic, hells gate isn’t really that famous but it definitely worth it, if your someone who needs to stretch there legs! Favourite part was the bike ride, local stories and canyon walk (in hells gate national park). There was a fun even an impromptu rock climb I added in mid-ride! I was so happy to had tour guide Kelvin two days in a row! Never needed to think about my safety, once!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure having you on our Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha Day Tour. We are elated to hear that you enjoyed the bike ride, the canyon walk, and even that impromptu rock climb! Safety is our top priority, especially for solo female travelers, so it’s fantastic to know you felt comfortable and well-taken care of throughout your journey. Kelvin will be so happy to hear your kind words—he always aims to bring those local stories to life and make every guest feel like a friend. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! Safe travels,

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U5297UQcarolineg
March 12, 2026
Hells Gate is worth going to!

As a female solo traveler. Absolutely fantastic, hells gate isn’t as famous as other attractions but it definitely worth it! Particularly if you are someone who needs to stretch there legs after all the flights! The tour is a series of mini tours, where the specialist tour takes you for the relevant section and this companies tour guide gets you between places, coordinates times and makes sure your always in safe hands. I was so happy to had tour guide Kelvin two days in a row! Never needed to think about my safety, once! Favourite part was the bike ride, local stories and canyon walk (in hells gate national park). There was a fun even an impromptu rock climb I added in mid-ride! Also, got a free t-shirt!

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

It's so wonderful to hear from you. Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time exploring Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha with us. It makes us especially happy to know that as a female solo traveler, you felt safe and well-coordinated throughout your journey—that is always a top priority for our team. We will be sure to pass your kind words along to Kelvin; he’ll be delighted to know he made your two days with us so memorable! The bike ride and canyon walk are definitely highlights, and we're glad you enjoyed the impromptu rock climb (and the t-shirt!). Safe travels on your next adventure, and we hope to welcome you back again.

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X9219VBjosephm
January 22, 2026
Great Adventure

My children and I enjoyed ridding bicycle at hells gate. Our guide kelvin explained every scenery we saw and it was a great adventure.

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Operator response

We are so pleased to hear that you and your children had a great adventure . Providing memorable and informative tours is exactly what we aim for. thank you for choosing us.

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D3670KGpeterm
January 19, 2026
An Unforgettable Adventure

The Hell’s Gate and Lake Naivasha tour was an incredible and well-balanced experience. Hell’s Gate National Park offered stunning landscapes, towering cliffs, and scenic gorges, making the cycling and walking activities both exciting and memorable. The park’s unique environment and wildlife sightings made it feel truly special. Lake Naivasha was perfect, calm, scenic, and relaxing. The boat ride allowed us to see hippos and a wide variety of bird species while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the lake. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Overall, it was a fantastic day trip that I would highly recommend to nature lovers and adventure seekers.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thank you for choosing us for your adventure, and we're so glad you had such a wonderful experience .We appreciate your recommendation to fellow nature lovers and adventure seekers and look forward to welcoming you back for more adventure.

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eunicen2026
January 18, 2026
A Great ,Fun Tour at Hell's Gate

What a great tour at hell's gate. Kelvin our guide made the ride,the walk enjoyable by making fun and humour. It was indeed great and I highly recommend them to any traveller

Operator response

We are so incredibly thrilled to hear you had a great, fun tour at Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha! Your kind words about our guide Kelvin truly made his day and the whole team's. Providing an enjoyable experience with a mix of fun, humour, and professional guiding is exactly what we aim for, and we are delighted to know we succeeded in making your ride and walk so memorable.

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Z1736PBsimonn
January 16, 2026
Amazing tour with Nivlek Tours

We had an amazing time ridding as we watch animals graze, saw the gorges and hippos as we were riding the boat. Highly recommend .

Operator response

Thank you so much for the fantastic review of your Day Tour to Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha! We are absolutely thrilled to hear you had an amazing time. Your kind words mean the world to our team, and we are so grateful you chose Nivlek Tours for your adventure.

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C9880CFpatrickn
January 14, 2026
Best& fun with Nivlek Tours

We had the best time and fun with Nivlek Tours. We did ride for 8 km and walked through the gorge. We saw hippos and many birds species at lake Naivasha.

Operator response

Thank you for the fantastic review! We are delighted you had the best time and fun on your Hell's Gate tour with us. Your feedback makes our work worthwhile.

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kelvipaulc
January 12, 2026
Ephic Tour with Nivlek Tours

"Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha day trip with nivlektours was EPIC! Flawless logistics, amazing wildlife, and serene boat ride. Highly recommend!

Operator response

Thank you . we are thrilled to hear you had epic time with us. Hope to see you soon for more safari.

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