- No. Of Days :
2 Day - Journey Type :
Private Safaris - Start Point :
Nairobi - End Point :
Lake Naivasha
Description
A 2 Days’ safari visiting the Hells gate, Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island and Lake Nakuru. Hell’s gate National Park offers a spectacular scenery including towering cliffs, star rocked towers and the belching plumes of geothermal steam makes it one of the most atmospheric parks in Africa. Guests can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, bicycle riding and a natural spa while at Hells Gate. Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake. The name Naivasha derives from the local Maasai name Nai’posha meaning “rough water”. Enjoy a boat ride at the lake as you see hippos in the water up close. There are also hundreds of birds in the lake including the famous fish eagle. At the shores of the lake, you will be able to spot some wildlife including buffalos, baboons, zebras, hartebeest among others. The Crescent Island Game Sanctuary. Located on Lake Naivasha, in the Great Rift Valley, Kenya. It is one of the most beautiful parks in Kenya and is often called Naivasha’s best-kept secret. Perfect for Wildlife and Bird Watching. Lake Nakuru is located on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Besides the flamingos that the lake is famous for, there are approx. 400 other species of birds visiting the lake. Also, many species of game can be found in the park including the introduced Rothschild's giraffe, black and white rhino, waterbuck, reedbuck, lion, buffalo, leopard, baboon and many species of plains game. You will be staying at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge/Sarova Lion Hill Sopa Lodge. Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge is located on a range of hills that form the western limits of Africa’s Great Rift Valley; the lodge offers spectacular views over the vastness of Africa. The lodge also overlooks Lake Nakuru and its surrounding National Park, one that is a paradise for bird watchers and wildlife lovers alike. /Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is set along “The Lion Hill” in the Lake Nakuru National Park. It features a classic and timeless design with a sense of calm and relaxation. It offers the most scenic and spectacular views of the Lake and the park. The lodge offers a world class cuisine, an organic garden, swimming pool and several activities ideal for the family.
Price : $660
Price Includes
- Airport transfers
- Return Transportation as per the itinerary
- 1 Night Full board accommodation in Lake Nakuru
- Services of professional Driver/Guide
- All Hotel Taxes and Levies
- Picnic lunch in Naivasha and Nakuru.
- National Park & entrance fees
- Excursions & activities as per itinerary
- Bottled Water during safari.
Price Excludes
- Travel and medical insurances
- International inbound and outbound flights
- Visas
- Tips and Gratuities
- Accommodation in Nairobi upon request
Itinerary
Day 1 Nairobi to Lake Naivasha
Pick up in Nairobi Hotel/Airport and Depart for Lake Naivasha at 7.30 am. This will be a 1.5-2hours’ drive. You will have a brief stopover at the Great Rift Valley view point see the spectacular views of Mt Longonot and the expansive floor of the rift valley. On arrival at Lake Naivasha, you proceed to Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge for check in. Depart the lodge with packed lunch boxes for Hells gate national park. Optional bike riding and walking safari at the Hells Gate. Your guide will assist you hire a good bike for the Hells gate bike ride. The guided walking safari starts immediately from the Hells gate in the company of an experienced guide. Enjoy your picnic lunch at the Hells gate national park picnic site as you view the park and watch the animals walk around. Depart Hell’s gate national park and proceed to the Lake Naivasha to enjoy an optional boat ride while seeing hippos, birds, and the best views of the lake. Arrive at lake Naivasha and start your boating trip on the lake. Enjoy a 2-hour boat ride and fishing in the lake as you watch the hippos and thousands of bird species. Proceed to the Crescent Island Perfect for Wildlife and Bird Watching. Later on drive to Lake Nakuru Sopa lodge/ Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge for check in and dinner. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge/Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge.
Day 2 Lake Nakuru to Nairobi
After breakfast proceed to the Lake Nakuru National Park for a full day game drive with packed lunch boxes. We start off around the lake to spot the flamingos, white pelicans, ibis, plovers, storks, herons and many others. Enjoy your game driving until lunch time. Enjoy your picnic lunch as you enjoy the magnificent views from the Makalia waterfalls camping site. Embark on the afternoon game drive in the park to see the hundreds of animals in the park including lion, buffalo, Rothschild’s giraffe, black and white rhino, waterbuck, reedbuck, leopard, baboon. Late in the afternoon depart Lake Nakuru national park for Nairobi. Drop off at your Nairobi hotel for check in and overnight stay/at the airport for your outbound flight. Breakfast and Lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge/Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge.
