
Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 186 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha worth booking?
Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha is a 8-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $86 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 186 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (186)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $86 per person
Enjoy biking safari, walk at the gorges and a beautiful boat ride on lake Naivasha to see hippos and numerous birds. It's a trip not to miss. Our drivers are very professional and knowledgable about the parks,they take
What you get
- Transport
- Bicycle renting charge
- Private Hell's gate guide
- Fuel and driver charges
- Entrance fee to Hell's gate
About this experience
Enjoy biking safari, walk at the gorges and a beautiful boat ride on lake Naivasha to see hippos and numerous birds. It's a trip not to miss. Our drivers are very professional and knowledgable about the parks,they take good care of all clients. Our vehicles are very good ,conditioned and clean.We also have many good reviews that means we are th best in operating the tours .
What's included
Included
- Transport
- Bicycle renting charge
- Private Hell's gate guide
- Fuel and driver charges
- Entrance fee to Hell's gate
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities (optional
- Boat ride on Lake Naivasha (25 USD per person)
- Drop off to the airport at 20 USD.
What you'll see and do
Hell's Gate National Park
7am – Depart Nairobi and start of drive to Naivasha, brief stop over at the Great rift valley view point. Arrive at the gate of hells gate at around 9am. Start of the biking tour at hells gate for 2 hours 11am – Visit the gorges inside the park. Gorges are small thin depressions of land mass where you can walk underneath. Some areas have formed caves where you can walk through. This will take 1 hour. 1pm – Finish the tours and bring the bikes back at the gate.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Lake Naivasha
1pm – Drive to Naivasha Fishermans camp for lunch. 2pm – Take a 1 hour boat ride in the lake for bird watching and hippo viewing. 4pm – End of all activities start of drive back to Nairobi. Arrive by 6pm End of tour
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Nairobi
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Perfect Safaris
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $86 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 65
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Perfect Safaris, who run 28 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.2 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.
How much does Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha cost?
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Prices start at $86 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nairobi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nairobi is not rushed.
Is Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 186 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Nairobi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha?
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Around 65 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nairobi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nairobi and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Day tour to Hell's Gate National park and optional Boat ride on lake Naivasha start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nairobi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nairobi?
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On Outty we rank every Nairobi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep, 1 Day trip to Hells Gate and optional Lake Naivasha From Nairobi, Nairobi Masai village Day Tour Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nairobi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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