2-Days to Mount Longonot, Lake Naivasha and the Hells Gate safari starting from Nairobi

This 2-Days to Mount Longonot, Lake Naivasha and the Hells Gate safari starting from Nairobi is designed for visitors who wish to stretch their muscles and travel a few kilometers from the city of Nairobi to explore the most diverse wildlife areas. Just a short visit from Nairobi city will lead you to visit three national parks, hike Mount Longonot, take a short boat ride on Lake Naivasha and be involved in the biking experience within just two days. Can you imagine it? These activities are all intertwined in order to attract and provide visitors with enough experience to allow them to relax in a more pleasant environment. During this safari, you will encounter a lot of the wildlife experiences that are found in the wildlife landscape. This safari offers a lot more than you think you can offer.

What to expect from your 2-Days to Mount Longonot, Lake Naivasha and the Hells Gate safari starting from Nairobi

• Taking the boat cruise on Lake Naivasha
• Services of the driver guide
• Accommodation for one night.
• Hiking on Mount Longonot

Day 1: Pick up from Nairobi–Mountain Longonot–Lake Naivasha

You will be picked up by our safari guide from your hotel in Nairobi or at the airport in the morning and you will embark on the road trip for about 60 kilometers as you drive through the scenic topographical features, including the Kikuyu highlands within the Kenyan rift valley. At this time, you should bring your hiking shoes as we hike Mount Longonot, the volcano that is overlooking the National Park. The place is steep and raged, so you don’t need to take chances, just small physical fitness is needed. Even if you don’t have enough climbing experience, you will still be able to climb this mountain because it is less tiresome. Thus, as a first time hiker, you shouldn’t get worried about this as the altitude difference that you will cover is about 630 meters. The hike will cover about 15 kilometers. However, it will require a lot of energy with all the jagged ridges, but the caldera will allow you to ease your pace a bit and this is so much more interesting. Immediately, after you have descended to earth, you will drive to Lake Naivasha, which is the fresh water lake at the high elevation of the Kenyan rift valley, at 1884 meters. Lake Naivasha harbors several species of birds, encompassing amphibians, bird species, insects, fish, hippos, insects, and fish. The animals around the lake and other terrestrial animals feed on the grass and then drink water from the lake. After that, you will return to the lodge to have dinner and an overnight stay.

Lodging: The Nestboutique Hotel

Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 2: Boat ride on Lake Naivasha and move to Hell’s Gate, then drive back to Nairobi.

In the morning, you will wake up listening to the songs of different bird species. Have your breakfast prepared by your hotel and drive to the lake shores to see various species close up from different angles. You will see a lot of bird species and animal species as they are seen enchanting and drinking water. The vegetation is fantastic with the green colored plants and the blooming flowers providing good grounds for photos. After the one-hour boat cruise, you will embark on the crescent island for the nature walks, where you will be able to see zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, and some primate species in their natural habitat. Yes, after you head to the Hells Gate National Park, where you will go for the cycling excursions, adore the biodiversity of the park since it is one of the World Heritage Sites that Kenya has, protecting a lot of creatures of national importance. The fantastic views will make you uncomfortable in your seat with the stunning picture fare of the gorges within the National Park.

After you finish cycling, you will return to Nairobi and check into your hotel, bringing your 2-Days to Mount Longonot, Lake Naivasha and the Hells Gate safari starting from Nairobi to an end.

If you have extra time in Kenya, you can book 2-Day Safari to Lake Nakuru National Park and Lake Naivasha from Nairobi in Kenya to enjoy more exciting adventure experiences in the wilderness.

The safari cost includes

• The driver’s allowance
• The park entrance fees within Naivasha, Hell’s Gate National Park
• Hiking and cycling fees
• Boat ride safaris
• Accommodation for one night.
• Meals for the entire trip

The safari cost excludes

• Tipping
• International air ticket
• Visa
• Drinks at the accommodation facility
• Laundry
• Personal items not mentioned in the itinerary