Lake Naivasha, Hell’s Gate & Mount Longonot Day Trip Adventure Experiences – (ASA 00048)

Details of Lake Naivasha Day Trip Adventure Experiences

Lake Naivasha, which means ‘rippling water’ in a local dialect, is the largest freshwater lake along the Kenyan section of the Rift Valley. Dominated by huge umbrella-like acacia trees that surround the terracotta waters of the lake, much of Naivasha’s shores is taken up by huge farms growing cut flowers (mainly carnations and roses) for the international market.

(For a Family or group of people travelling together, we assign a private car and the tour can depart at their most convenient day)

Lake Naivasha One Day Trip From Ksh. 2,800/- PPS(Bus), Ksh. 4,000/- PPS(Tour Van) or Ksh. 4,500/- PPS(Land Cruiser)

Lake Naivasha National Park

Lake Naivasha, which means ‘rippling water’ in a local dialect, is the largest freshwater lake along the Kenyan section of the Rift Valley. Dominated by huge umbrella-like acacia trees that surround the terracotta waters of the lake, much of Naivasha’s shores is taken up by huge farms growing cut flowers (mainly carnations and roses) for the international market.

There is plenty to do at the lake and it’s environs. Fishing is good and there are a number of watersports available, but the main attraction is the bird life, which is best observed on a boat trip on the lake. The nearby Hells Gate National Park is also good for bird watching, especially for large raptors such as Verreaux’s eagle, secretary birds, kori bustards and the rare lammergeyer or bearded vulture.

“A Walk on the Wild Side” 

Named for the intense geothermal activity within its boundaries, the Hell’s Gate National Park is a remarkable quarter of the Great Rift Valley. Spectacular scenery including the towering cliffs, water-gouged gorges, stark rock towers, scrub clad volcanoes and belching plumes of geothermal steam make it one of the most atmospheric Parks in Africa. Hell’s Gate is an ideal venue for a day trip from Nairobi where, in addition to the bio-diversity that includes raptors, visitors can enjoy mountain biking, rock climbing and a natural spa.

Attractions

• Spectacular scenery including the towering cliffs, water-gouged gorges, stark rock towers, scrub clad volcanoes and belching plumes of geothermal steam make it one of the most atmospheric Parks in Africa.
• Wildlife  viewing
• Raptor nesting in cliffs
• Hot springs
• The Olkaria Geothermal Station
• The Mervyn Carnelley Raptor Hide
• Tourist circuits, nature trails
• Health spa

“Sheer Adventure” 

Rising from the floor of the Great Rift Valley like a monolith is the extinct volcano of Mount Longonot. A unique feature is the thick forest that lies within the crater of the mountain. The crater rim also provides great scenic views across the beautiful Rift Valley all the way to Lake Naivasha. Major wildlife attractions at Mount Longonot include buffaloes, elands, lion, leopard, bushbucks, common zebra, giraffe and Grant’s gazelles.

Attractions

• Extinct volcano and crater forest, Scenic Landscape, Views of lake Naivasha and the Great Rift Valley.
• The park is a paradise for birds of prey