Private Tour
1 Day trip to Hells Gate and Lake Naivasha From Nairobi
Overview
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Ride a bike and hike through Hell’s Gate National Park on a full-day, private tour from Nairobi to the wildlife reserve and Lake Naivasha that includes entrance, bikes, and round trip-transport from Nairobi. This customizable tour offers the rare chance to see wildlife outside of a safari vehicle while exploring a scenic part of the Great Rift Valley.
Note: If you cannot bike, you can tour the park with the vehicle or walk, the driver/guide is happy to stop for photos of wildlife and scenery
In case you are also tired of biking and have not completed the trail, you can leave the bike on the side of the road and notify the guide and the car will come rescue you at no extra cost.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code is sporty casual wear
Carry re-usable bottled water(single use plastic bottles not allowed)
Wear comfortable sporty shoes
Sunscreen/hat and sunglasses
A small back bag to carry your personal items
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hells gate guide
BIcycle Hire
Hotel/Residence pickup and drop-off in Nairobi or Naivasha
Hells gate Entrance Fees
Charge free ride back from the gorge upon request
Transport by private vehicle
Water( Only reusable bottle water is allowed)
Lunch(available for purchase)
Tips/Gratituies (optional)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase and is optional)
Extra 20 USD for Spanish or German guide upon request(optional)
Optional Boat ride (25USD) per person (cash or Mpesa)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Hell's Gate National Park
Begin with 7am pickup in Nairobi, then travel to Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park, with a break to get views of the Great Rift Valley from a scenic overlook along the way. Upon arriving in the park at roughly 9am, begin a 2-hour, guided bike/walking tour: watch for beautiful rock formations, herds of Thompson’s gazelle, eland, zebra, giraffes, warthogs 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, depart for Lake Naivasha, then head to Naivasha Marina camp for lunch (own expense). Note: If you cannot bike, you can tour the park with the vehicle, the driver/guide is happy to stop for photos of wildlife and scenery at no extra cost
Lake Naivasha
For an additional fee of $25 per person, you can explore Lake Naivasha wildlife 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 are all common here. At 4pm, begin the return trip to Nairobi, and finish the day with drop-off in Nairobi at roughly 6pm.
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With Boat Fees included
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Boat ride is included
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Reviews
394 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun at Hell’s Gate and Naivasha
Fearless777643,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall, it was a great time getting to Hell’s Gate National Park and Naivasha, and being able to bike and hike thru the gorge and the park! Dennis and Stephen were great guides.
Fun informative helpful a lifetime memory
Rick B,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Both David and Gomez were full of very interesting stories about life in Kenya the local people and of course the animals. Go with David and Gomez and you will have a wonderful day
Bike 'n boat trip to Hell's Gate (and back)
Relax59710634032,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with friendly and knowledgeable guides! We learned a lot about the local environment, the animals we saw, and the communities living in the area.
A great day
K7248XWlucym,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great day and it was well organised by the company. Isaac was a wonderful driver and shared his knowledge of the area.
A beautiful way to spend a day!
B Frails,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour to Hells Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha. Our driver, Isaac, was kind and full of knowledge about the area - it was great getting to chat with him to and from the park / lake. Such beautiful scenery! Getting to bike around the park was amazing and highly recommend opting into the boat ride. You won’t regret it! Thanks for a great day, Isaac!
Amazing!!
N6292PPeduardof,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An incredible experience in a magical place. Patrick was an exceptional guide. He knew the country’s history in great detail and was always very professional. Hell’s Gate is an amazing place. I will not hesitate to call Patrick for our next visit to Kenya.
😎Well taken care of
Stevie B105,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Both Fred and David took their time to make sure I got the best experience. The auto ride with David was pleasant. Fred explained and narrate well on the bike ride and also a wonderful hike.
Sometimes being INNOCENT 😇 is a good thing 😎
Glenn M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Life is funny 😆 sometimes! It’s not just about the journey but about the people you meet! My All’Star guide Innocent 😇 proved that! His dedication to his work and dedication to his clients went far beyond my expectations! If life finds you in Kenya 🇰🇪 you have to make this journey! Yes! You’ll be tired 😴 by the end of the day, but sometimes you need to sweat 😓 a little too reach your dreams! Between the bike 🚲 ride and hiking 🥾 and my added lake / boat 🛶 adventures, I’ll admit that I retired early last night! Thanks again for being INNOCENT 😇
Awesome
K6788GRjanak,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was great. Cycling along zebras and giraffes was unfirgetable experience as well as riding on a boat across tha lake Nauvasha. Thanks to our guides Gimez and David.
The real zebra crossing!
Passport61116934168,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was absolutely fantastic. Patrick was an excellent guide and driver. Hell's Gate did not disappoint. We had the option to ride bikes in the park, but chose not to because it was 8 km one way and we weren't really prepared for that. We followed another couple riding bikes and stopped frequently and got out of the car. There were many times when zebra or impalas were right near us and the car. Of course, the views are breathtaking. We were also guided by Reagan, who was extremely knowledgeable. He gave us so much information and answered any question we asked. He carefully led us into the gorge and safely out. Both guys had great personalities and senses of humor. You should absolutely pay for the boat ride on the lake. It gives you a completely different view of the beauty of Kenya. We saw hippos and many birds, as well as the amazing mountains, volcanoes, and clouds. It was absolutely an unforgettable experience. My 13 year old daughter had a fantastic time. Don't hesitate to book this tour with this provider. You won't be disappointed.
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