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Hell's Gate Guided Tour with Option Boat Ride at Lake Naivasha

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from $265 per person

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Riding at Hell's Gate
Hippos at Lake Naivasha
Hells gate gorge
Hells gate Gorge
biking at Hells gate
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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.
10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Enjoy a day tour visiting Hell's Gate National Park, the only park where you can drive, walk and do some cycling  within the Park then spice up your excursion with a boat ride in Lake Naivasha where you get a chance to spot the big hippos on the shores of the lake and different species of water bird.

What's Included

  • Hell's gate entrance fee
  • Bicycle Hire Charges at Hell's Gate
  • Professional Hell's Gate Guide
  • Boat Ride Charge US$20 per person
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
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Pick up available from Airbnb and private Apartments

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Hell's Gate National Park

Depart your Nairobi Hotel 7am and drive to the Hells Gate National Park with stops at view points to marvel at the scenic Great rift valley escarpment. Hell’s Gate is one of Kenya's smaller National Parks, which can be explored on foot and do some cycling.Arrive at the gate of Hell's Gate around mid morning, start biking tour for 2 hours within hell's gate, some people will opt to drive which is also allowed. Animals seen here include Bushbucks, Dikdiks, Giraffes, Gazelles, Gnus, Hartebeests, Impalas, Klipspringers, Buffaloes, Hyraxes, Zebras, Hyenas, Jackals, Mongooses, Baboons, Monkeys and Porcupines amongst others. The park has historically been an important home for the rare lammergeyer vultures.From 11am, visit the gorges for 1 hour, capture beautiful panoramas of the gorge's small thin depressions of land mass where you can walk underneath.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Lake Naivasha

Then at 1pm have Lunch (own expense-available for purchase) . At 2pm, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha where you can see some of the local wildlife which includes hippos, buffalo, fish eagles, pelicans and much more for 1 hour.End of the tour drive back to Nairobi arriving around 6pm.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hell’s Gate Guided Tour with Option Boat Ride at Lake Naivasha?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EAT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-21143P18

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hell’s Gate Guided Tour with Option Boat Ride at Lake Naivasha?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EAT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hell's gate entrance fee.
  • Bicycle Hire Charges at Hell's Gate.
  • Professional Hell's Gate Guide.
  • Services of Experienced English speaking driver/ guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Boat Ride Charge US$20 per person.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Lunch.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Hell's Gate Guided Tour with Option Boat Ride at Lake Naivasha is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hell’s Gate Guided Tour with Option Boat Ride at Lake Naivasha will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Hell's gate entrance fee
  • Bicycle Hire Charges at Hell's Gate
  • Professional Hell's Gate Guide
  • Services of Experienced English speaking driver/ guide
  • Boat Ride Charge US$20 per person
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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