Rift Valley · 2 days · 1 nights · Good year-round
Naivasha & Hell's Gate
The most fun you can have within two hours of Nairobi — and no game-drive vehicle required. Hell's Gate is the only Kenyan park you can explore by bicycle and on foot, pedalling past zebra, giraffe and buffalo to a dramatic gorge of red cliffs and hot springs. Add a boat ride among the hippos of Lake Naivasha and a walk on Crescent Island, and you've got an active, affordable Rift Valley escape.
From $1,160 per person
Specimen itinerary for planning purposes only — not a confirmed booking document.
Logistics & transport
- Pickup
- Confirmed 24 hours before departure on WhatsApp
- Guide language
- As selected at booking
- Group
- Private / small group · max 8 guests
Where you'll stay
Lodging varies by trip — tented camp, safari lodge, beach hotel, or city hotel as your package requires. The property for this package is confirmed in writing after you book — ask us on WhatsApp if you want options before paying.
Included in your package price — exact camp, lodge, or hotel confirmed after booking.
Indicative schedule — day by day
Planned rhythm for your trip — your guide may adjust on the day for conditions, light and wildlife.
Day 1: Nairobi → Hell's Gate
Drive up the Rift escarpment to Naivasha (about 2 hours). Afternoon cycling safari through Hell's Gate — ride among zebra and giraffe to the gorge and hot springs.
Day 2: Lake & Crescent Island
Morning boat ride among hippos and fish eagles, then a walking safari on Crescent Island. Lunch, then transfer back to Nairobi.
Trip inclusions
- 2 nights full-board · Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Hell's Gate park fees & bike hire
- Naivasha boat ride & Crescent Island walk
- Private transfers from Nairobi
- Local guide
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
Trip exclusions
- International flights
- Kenya eVisa ($51)
- Travel insurance
- Gorge guide tip (small, optional)
- Drinks
Preparation & packing
Before you go
- This section is general Kenya travel guidance — not a substitute for official advice or your doctor.
- We confirm trip-specific details (property, pickup times, park rules) with you on WhatsApp before departure.
- Questions about Naivasha & Hell's Gate? Message us anytime — we'd rather you ask than guess.
Visa & entry
- Most visitors need a Kenya eVisa before travel — apply at evisa.go.ke and check current fees and rules.
- Passport usually needs 6+ months' validity and blank pages — verify with your airline and immigration.
- Keep a printed copy of this itinerary and your eVisa for border control.
Health
- Yellow fever certificate may be required depending on where you are travelling from — check Kenya's latest entry rules.
- Malaria prevention is commonly recommended for safari areas — ask your doctor well before you fly.
- Travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is strongly recommended.
- Bring personal medication in original packaging.
Weather & clothing
- Safari mornings and evenings are often cooler than midday — layers work better than one heavy coat.
- Neutral colours (khaki, olive, beige) are standard for game drives.
- Rain can appear in any season — a light waterproof layer is worth packing.
- We send a short weather note for your dates once your trip is confirmed.
Packing list
- Comfortable closed shoes for walking + sandals for camp or lodge
- Sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Binoculars if you have a pair (optional — ask us if you'd like a recommendation)
- Power bank + travel adaptor (Kenya commonly uses Type G plugs, 240V)
- Soft bag often works better than a hard suitcase if your trip includes light-aircraft legs — we'll confirm luggage limits for your routing
- Some cash in USD (clean, newer bills) or KES for tips and small purchases
- Insect repellent
Money & connectivity
- Cards work in Nairobi and at many properties; cash is still useful for tips and markets.
- M-Pesa is widely used in Kenya — we can walk you through it on arrival if helpful.
- Wi‑Fi varies by property (lodge, camp, or hotel) — signal on game drives is usually limited.
- Tipping customs vary by property and guide — we share current guidelines for your trip before you travel.