Crescent Island Day Tour From Nairobi
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Enjoy this walking safari with Kenya bush expeditions tours and travel. Crescent island is a beautiful place hidden in the floor of the rift valley. It is surrounded by the beautiful lake Naivasha, the home to hundreds of hippopotamus. After 1.5 hours drive from Nairobi, you are welcomed at the crescent island by friendly guides.
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This will be a wonderful day for you. Our driver will pick you early in the morning from your city hotel. After a brief introduction, you will drive for 1.5 hours to Crescent island with a stop at the Great Rift valley view point for photography. A speed boat is waiting for you for ferrying to the island. There are thousands of Birds to watch, animal grazing by the banks of the lake, and snoring heads of huge hippopotamus. The pilot is knowledgeable and acting as your guide in the lake. After 30 minutes of ride, you arrive at the island and welcomed by the friendly guides. They will guide you through the island and show you animals and vegetation. From the top of the hill there is a 360 degree view across the Lake from Longonot to Hell’s Gate to the Mau Escarpement to Eburu and onto the Aberdares. There are more animals per acre than any other Kenyan Park, hence many film companies have been to the Island to film the herds of Wildebeest, Waterbuck, Zebra and Gazelle. We are not fenced to allow the wildlife on the mainland to come in as they lose their habitat to development and the ever increasing population. Hippo graze all over us at night then sleep under the acacia or rest in the water by day. The giraffe who were born on the Island return to give birth; sometimes you see three generations at a time. Hyena come to hunt at night but are not resident on the island, the many python who do live here can be seen occasionally with a kill. Groups of Buffalo come and go but they are always monitored. You will enjoy your packed lunch in the park. After 4 hours in the island, the boat will come to pick you to the main land. You will set off for nairobi with a lot of memories.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is casual
Reviews(4)
Great experience. Very peacefull place. Taxi on time. Good prices. Long ride to naivasha but good to see landscape. Perfect day trip
I booked their Crescent Island tour and, while their website said it was US$150pp, it was actually US$200 since I was a solo traveler, but it was worth the extra cost. Joseph picked me up from my hotel right on time and told me a lot about Kenya as we traveled to Lake Naivasha, with a brief stop to take in the views of the Great Rift Valley. As I'd told him that I was interested in birdwatching, Joseph made sure to find me a boatman who knew about birds for my tour of Lake Naivasha. (Once I reached Crescent Island, I was handed over to one of the island guides, Steven, who showed me tons of birds, mammals and even a reptile.) Once I rejoined Joseph on the mainland, he recommended Kifaru for lunch. It's a tourist cafe a little ways from the lake, so the prices are better than the lakefront options. He steered me away from the a la carte menu to the buffet, which all of the guides (and the well-informed guests) order. For less than US$10, I had a plate with yummy stewed beef, salad, mixed veggies, sauteed spinach and ugali (a steamed cornmeal bread). Then he returned me to my Nairobi hotel right on schedule, after a very full and interesting day.
Thank you for sharing your experience on the Crescent Island Day Tour! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great day of wildlife watching and that Joseph provided you with a wonderful guided experience. It’s excellent that he catered to your interest in birdwatching and ensured you had a knowledgeable boatman for your tour of Lake Naivasha. Steven, the island guide, also seemed to make your experience enjoyable. We appreciate your feedback regarding the pricing and the recommendation for lunch at Kifaru and we are glad that you had a delicious and cost-effective meal. We’re pleased that your day was full and interesting. If you ever plan more adventures in Nairobi, we’d be happy to assist you in creating more memorable experiences. Thank you for choosing our tour!
I was alone with Julius and I really enjoyed the time I spent there with him. He was very qualified for his job and knew a lot of different things. We have been able during this day to drink Kenyan coffee, buy some Kenyan gifts, do a boat ride on Naivasha Lake and of course to see all the animals of the crescent island. We could almost touch them, it was a one time experience. It was marvelous. I think I will remember this day my whole life. Thank you to Julius who has been such a good guide during this day. You can be sure that the next time I come to Keny, I am going on a trip with Kenya Bush Expeditions and with Julius!! See you soon :)
Dear Timothee, Thank you for choosing Kenya Bush Expeditions once again, and we're thrilled to have you back for another adventure! We're delighted that you had such an amazing experience with Julius during your Crescent Island Day Tour. It's clear that Julius's knowledge and expertise added value to your day, and we're glad you enjoyed every aspect of the tour, from Kenyan coffee to the close animal encounters. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next trip to Kenya, and we're confident that Julius and our team will continue to provide you with exceptional experiences. See you soon, and thank you for your loyalty!
Booked this tour as side activity (after big national parks) and was positively surprised. Island is very beautiful. You can see various mammals and birds from close distance, zebras and giraffes were the cutest. Whole scenery is very beautiful. Includes short boat ride as well. Driver/guide Julius was great,.too. Provided a lot of interesting information, took photos of me, gave me enough time on the island and generally was nice.
Dear Nenad, Greetings from Kenya bush expeditions, and thank you for taking the time to share your fantastic experience with us! We're delighted that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the island's stunning beauty and diverse wildlife. It's wonderful to hear that Julius, your driver/guide, added so much value to your visit by offering informative insights, capturing memories through photos, and ensuring you had ample time to explore the island. We're thrilled to have exceeded your expectations and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future with family and friends.
