It’s located in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley near Lake Naivasha. Hell’s gate is the only national park in the country Kenya you can explore freely on foot  or by bicycle. Renowned for its dramatic red cliffs,towering volcanic plugs and geothermal activity. It offers thrill-seekers a rare chance to move alongside grazing wildlife without the danger of large predators. It’s located around 90 kilometres northwest of Nairobi (around 1.5-2 hours drive). The main entrance (Elsa gate) is about 25 kilometres south of Naivasha town. 

ACTIVITIES

Cycling

You can bring your own bicycle or rent mountain bikes from vendors stationed at Elsa Gate.

Hiking the Gorge

Explore the Ol Njorowa Gorge which features twisting sandstone walls, hot springs and Steam Vents. Note, a local guide is highly recommended

Rock Climbing

Ascend Fischer’s tower a 25-metre-high volcanic plug located near the main gate.

Ol Karia Geothermal Spa

Relax in the large, natural,naturally-heated turquoise pool fed by underground hot springs.

What to Carry

–          Plenty of water

–          Sunscreen

–          Comfortable walking shoes for the Gorge

–          Light rain jacket

Animals available include buffalos among others. There are no dangerous predators like Lion and Leopards.

Where to Stay

No accomodations in the park but you can get accomodations in the neighbourhood of Lake Naivasha;

–          Enashipai Resort and Spa

–          Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort

–          Muthu Lake Naivasha country club

–          Lake  Naivasha Sopa Resort

–          Elsamere Lodge

–          Crater Lake Tented Camp etc