This is an excursion focusing on bird life, walking safari on Crescent Island, adventure activities, boat excursion, biking and hiking and small game viewing.
Hell’s gate is one of the world’s park where you can walk and ride bicycle while watching animals. While in lake Naivasha boat ride our captain will explain to you different bird species and you will see hippos. Get up close with wildlife and be on the lookout for the park’s amazing species.
Tour Options
Day tour to Hells Gate, Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island Walk
Pickup included
Itinerary
Admission included360 min
Morning pick-up at 7.00 am from your Nairobi area hotel or residence and commence the drive to Hell’s Gate National Park with stops at the scenic Rift valley view point. Arrive at around 9 30am and start of the biking tour for 2 hours. Hell’s Gate is one of Kenya’s smaller national parks, which can be explored on foot. This is followed by a bicycle ride amid gracefully grazing gazelles, larger antelopes, Zebras and Giraffe is a delightful experience.
Drive to Naivasha Marina Camp for lunch at 1 pm (own expenses)
Admission included120 min
At 2 pm, take a boat-ride at Lake Naivasha to crescent Island Sanctuary for a unique walk with wildlife.
The sanctuary is home for giraffes, water-bucks, elands, wildebeests, zebras, impalas and hippos among other wildlife one is likely to find at the conservancy. Birds include the fish eagles, ospreys, lily-trotters and many more
Later at 5 pm, depart for Nairobi. You will be dropped off at you hotel/ area of residence.
Highlights
Hotel pick up and drop off
Lake naivasha boat fee
Hells gate guide
Hells gate entry fees
Crescent Island entry fees
Bicycle renting charges
What's included
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Lake naivasha boat fee
Hells gate guide
Hells gate entry fees
Crescent Island entry fees
Bicycle renting charges
Not included
Lunch(available for purchase)
Water (only reusable bottled water are allowed)
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up also in apartments and residences in Nairobi
Traveller Ratings
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70 reviews
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Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Day tour to Hells Gate, Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island Walk lasts about 8–10 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $195 per person for this Nairobi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up also in apartments and residences in Nairobi Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyKrC1qsrKX67pXvxwF0nHxQ=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyB6ROcb0knvwOuVAnpE0skQ=.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(70)
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774humphreyse
September 11, 2026
10/10 day
We really enjoyed our trip to hells gate and cresent island.
Our driver, Jane, was fabulous and gave us lots of helpful information. our guides throughout the day (Robert, John, and Paul) we're all very knowledgeable and we found the tours so interesting, I would definitely recommend!
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kwajbeals
August 29, 2026
Tour of Hells gate, Lake Naivasha, and Crescent Island
We had an amazing day. Jane was an incredible driver and tour guide. Gave us so much good information about area and slandered our many question on the drive to hells gate She was very thoughtful in helping us order lunch on way to bike ride so we could eat lunch before boat ride and island walk. Sammy was fabulous at Hells gate. He was very patient with us and was so encouraging to me on hike down to gorge. Just so many perfect details to this fun filled day. The guides on boat and on island were also so knowledgeable and patient. They gave us plenty of time to take pictures. And pointed out so many birds and animas
My one suggestion is Including bottled water would have been helpful and appreciated. . The day is long, hot, and dirty. I think the price we paid per person was a bit high but I have not checked what the entrance fees for the various places cost. For the amount of money we spent better bikes, snacks, and water should have been included.
Operator response
Hello,
Hope you are well
Thank you for your wonderful and detailed review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your day with Jane, Sammy, and the rest of the team. 😊
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the price and inclusions. As the booking was made through Viator, their commission is deducted from the amount paid. Snacks are at guests’ own expense, while bottled drinking water is provided as part of our tour. We’re sorry if this was not clear and appreciate your valuable feedback.
Warm regards
Daisy
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Culture55705153476
August 15, 2026
Booking
All went very well with Joash.
Operator response
Hello,
Hope you are well
Thank you for your kind review! We’re happy to hear that everything went well with Joash. We truly appreciate your feedback.
Warm regards
Daisy
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Julie_M
August 14, 2026
Hells gate tour
I would totally recommend this your , lots of experiences -Ebike ride to the gorges . The gorges and waterfalls beautiful . We saw many animals.
The lunch was delicious , the boat and island walk was relaxing was saw many animals
The driver was incredible we felt safe he was so informative, communication was excellent 200/10
Operator response
Dear Julie,
Hope you are well
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the electric bike ride, beautiful gorges and waterfalls, wildlife, delicious lunch, and relaxing boat and island walk.
We are especially happy that you felt safe and well informed throughout the trip. Your 200/10 rating truly means a lot to us.Thank you.
Warm regards
Daisy
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julie123sunbury
August 12, 2026
Hells gate tour
Brilliant day full of new experiences, we hired an e bike to ride through the park, the gorges were stunning . Our tour guide was 200/10 , communicated well with pick up details, felt safe with his driving, his knowledge was brilliant , always happy to assist us , we had lots of laughs , a great day
Operator response
Dear Julie,
Hope you are well
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a brilliant day exploring Hell’s Gate and enjoyed the electric bike ride and stunning gorges. We are especially happy that your guide made you feel safe, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the day. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Kenya again.
Warm regards
Daisy
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kanghangly
July 10, 2026
Don't risk your life!
This company used the rift valley road instead of the main highway. Traffic condition was very bad with countless of trucks and dangerous takeover.
Operator response
Hello Kanghangly
Thank you for your feedback.
Unfortunately, we are unable to locate a booking under the name used for this review, so we cannot verify the details of your tour.
The statement regarding the route is inaccurate. This tour travels from Nairobi to Hell's Gate National Park and Crescent Island via the Nairobi–Nakuru highway, which passes through the Great Rift Valley. This is the standard and most direct route used by tour operators and is clearly reflected in the itinerary. We also make a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint before continuing to the day's activities.
The Nairobi–Nakuru highway is a major international transit route linking Kenya with neighboring countries, so truck traffic is present throughout the year. Traffic levels vary depending on the day and time and are outside the control of any tour operator.
Using an alternative route would require a significant detour, resulting in a much longer journey and a later arrival at Hell's Gate National Park and Crescent Island, reducing the time available to enjoy the tour.
We believe this review is misleading, as it criticizes the use of the standard highway described in the itinerary rather than an issue with the service provided. We remain committed to delivering the itinerary as advertised and providing the best possible experience for our guests.
Kind regards
Shadrack
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TP630
July 9, 2026
Book it!
A fabulous experience visiting Lake Navisha and crescent island! So much to see and it’s so beautiful. Shout out to our guide Joash who drove us from location to location - he is not only informative, but kind. Plus, he has a great sense of humor!! Don’t hesitate and book it!
Operator response
Hello,
Hope you are well
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We are delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous experience exploring Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island. It is wonderful to know that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and incredible wildlife. We are especially pleased that Joash made your journey even more memorable with his knowledge, kindness, and great sense of humor. Your kind words mean a great deal to us, and we will be sure to share them with him. Thank you for choosing to travel with us. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure in Kenya.
Warm regards
Daisy
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steverT2MA
June 30, 2026
great trip
Great trip Island walk absolute high light.
Operator response
Hello,
Hope you are well
Thank you for writing back to us about your trip to Hell`s Gate,Lake Naivasha and crescent Island walk.
We are glad you had a great trip.
Warm regards
Daisy
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P1402HUmarym
June 9, 2026
Best day trip I've ever been on!
I had the best time today. David planned out my full day journey. He arrived to pick me up at the hotel right on time after confirming with me the day before. We drove to Hell's Gate stopping at a scenic overlook with incredible views of the Rift Valley. We then drove to the Elsa entrance of Hell's Gate National Park. Before entering the park we met with a pre-arranged park guide and selected a bicycle small enough for this vertically challenged old lady. The park guide chose a shorter 5 mile ride at my request followed by a hike of about 2 miles. Note: e-bikes are only a $20 upgrade but since I booked last minute, they were sold out. We saw so many animals, all roaming free, and it is amazing. First up was a water buffalo and we ended up seeing a lot of them. We saw gazelle, impala, zebras, wart hogs, wildebeest, ostrich, giraffe, baboons and so many interesting birds. There are rest rooms available. We next stopped for lunch at a beautiful lunch where David pre-ordered my food. After lunch was a short drive to Lake Naivasha where I had a boat tour. There were so many beautiful birds at the lake. My guide on the boat was very interesting and informative. He was able to identify all of the different species we saw and he even spotted a school of hippos on land, grazing in the shade. The boat brought us to Crescent Lake where there is a game sanctuary and like Hell's Gate, the animals roam free, except for an aggressive male ostrich. On the island I saw several giraffes, including a baby and a young juvenile. There were many zebras, gazelle, impalas, waterbuck, wildebeast and elands. There were velvet monkeys where we boarded boat.
This tour exceeded all of my expectations. David my guide was great. As a solo female traveler I felt very safe, the car was clean and comfortable. I loved that all of the park fees, bibycle rental fee, boat ride, were included in the tour fees. I can't think of anything I would change.
If you have a free day in Nairobi, this is the tour you want to take.
Operator response
Hello Mary,
Hope you are doing well
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed review. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with David.
It means a lot to know that every part of the day, from the breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and cycling through Hell's Gate National Park to the Lake Naivasha boat ride and walk on Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, exceeded your expectations. We are especially pleased that you felt safe and well looked after as a solo traveler. David will be thrilled to hear your kind words and to know that his planning, punctuality, and attention to detail helped make your day so memorable.
Thank you again for choosing to travel with us and for recommending this experience to others. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Kenya for another adventure in the future.
Warm regards,
Daisy
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344linnk
June 5, 2026
An Educational Day
The drive to Hell’s gate was very educational. We saw many small towns where tiny homes and stores were built with corrugated aluminum. We experienced the heavy truck traffic on the road to Uganda. While the traffic was very heavy, David navigated it like a champ. Hell’s gate had some very interesting geological formations, zebras, baboons, gazelles, warthogs, and elands. There was a big rock wall that people were climbing, but that wasn’t our idea of fun. Most people were riding through the park on bicycles but, again, not our thing, so David drove us through.
Then we went to Lake Naivasha where we got into a boat and were shown the many, many species of birds living around the lake, along with hippos. Then the boat took us to Crescent Island where we could walk freely among zebras, gazelles, waterbuck, and ostriches, since there are no predatory animals on the island.
Operator response
Hello Linn,
Hope you are doing well
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the journey to Hell’s Gate and found it both educational and memorable. It is wonderful to know that David helped make the trip enjoyable with his skilled driving and local knowledge. We are glad you had the opportunity to see the park’s unique landscapes and wildlife, as well as experience the beauty of Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island. Thank you for choosing to travel with us, and we hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Kenya.
Best regards
Daisy
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