Hells Gate & Crescent Island

Xtreme Republic

Overview

Just 90 kilometres from Nairobi, this day tour combines two of Kenya's most distinctive experiences into a single unforgettable outing. Hell's Gate National Park was established in 1984 and takes its name from a break in the cliffs once carved by a prehistoric outlet of Lake Naivasha. It is one of the few parks in Kenya where you walk or cycle among wildlife freely, moving through dramatic gorges carved by geothermal activity and past towering Fischer's Tower, a volcanic plug rising over 25 metres from the valley floor. After the game drive you transfer to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride across to Crescent Island, a private wildlife sanctuary set on a sunken volcanic crater rim. Here you walk beside giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, waterbuck, Thomson's gazelles, and hippos in the shallows, with no barriers between you and the animals. It is slow, intimate, and genuinely extraordinary.

Tour snapshot

Duration:
12 Hours

Group Size:
8 persons

Location:
Hells Gate National Park

Tour Type:
Safari Tours

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Tour Route

Stops: 3

Route: Active

Important Information

Travel Styles

Nature & Adventure
Activities
Special Interest

Facilities

Mountain Bike

Birds and Animals

Antelope
Wildebeest
Hippopotamus
Kingfisher
Marabou Stork
Waterbuck

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Included

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Transport in an open roof van
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Game Drive at Hells Gate
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Boat Ride at L. Naivasha and to Crescent Island
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Drinking Water

Not Included

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Entry Fees
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Anything Not Mentioned

FAQs about Hells Gate & Crescent Island

What time does the tour depart from Nairobi, and when do we return?

Departures are early morning, typically between 6:30 and 7:00 am, and the tour runs for approximately 12 hours, returning to Nairobi by early evening. Pickup available from Nairobi and Surrounding neighbourhoods

Are entry fees included in the price?

Entry fees for Hell's Gate National Park, the Lake Naivasha boat ride, and Crescent Island are not included in the tour price and are payable on the day.

What animals can I expect to see?

Hell's Gate is home to zebras, buffaloes, elands, klipspringers, baboons, and diverse raptors including Verreaux's eagles. Crescent Island adds giraffes, wildebeest, waterbuck, Thomson's gazelles, and hippos in the lake shallows.

Is it safe to walk among the animals at Crescent Island?

Yes. Crescent Island carries no predators, which is precisely why the walking experience is possible. A trained island guide accompanies all guests throughout the walk.

What should I bring on the day?

Pack comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket for the morning, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and a camera. Lunch or snacks are not provided so bringing your own is recommended, or the team can arrange a packed lunch on request.

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