
Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour
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Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour is a 7-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $295 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
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- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $295 per person
The Olorgesailie Pre-Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour is a captivating full-day excursion from Nairobi that blends ancient human history with dramatic, semi-arid landscapes. Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site, is renown
What you get
- Bottle of drinking water
- Entry Fees
- Professional driver guide
- Transport in a tour van with pop up roof
About this experience
The Olorgesailie Pre-Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour is a captivating full-day excursion from Nairobi that blends ancient human history with dramatic, semi-arid landscapes. Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site, is renowned as the "world's largest stone tool factory" where visitors can walk along raised catwalks to view Acheulean handaxes and fossils . Moving further south into Maasai land, the tour culminates at Lake Magadi Conservancy, a striking, multi-colored alkaline soda lake famed for its pink flamingo populations, local soda ash mining, and therapeutic natural hot springs where travelers can wade in mineral-rich waters.
What's included
Included
- Bottle of drinking water
- Entry Fees
- Professional driver guide
- Transport in a tour van with pop up roof
Not included
- Tips
What you'll see and do
Olorgesailie Pre-Historic Site
Start your day with an early departure from Nairobi, stopping first at the historic Ngong Hills made famous by the film Out of Africa. Next, descend the Great Rift Valley escarpment to Lake Magadi, a scenic soda lake where you can spot flamingos, view dry-country wildlife, and walk through therapeutic natural hot springs. After enjoying an outdoor picnic lunch, spend your afternoon exploring the Olorgesailie pre-historic site and museum, a world-famous archaeological hub showcasing ancient stone tools and early human history from the Acheulean culture. Your day concludes with a relaxing drive back to Nairobi by evening.
360 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sabilom Kenya Tours & Safaris
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $295 to $595
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sabilom Kenya Tours & Safaris, who run 20 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.3.
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Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.
How much does Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $295 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 Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour?
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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 Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour?
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Around 0 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Olorgesailie Pre Historic Site and Lake Magadi Day Tour 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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