Explore Mount Longonot’s crater forest, spot wildlife, and enjoy scenic views. Hike, bike, or ride through Hell’s Gate National Park. Optional Lake Naivasha boat ride.
Explore Mount Longonot’s crater forest, spot wildlife, and enjoy scenic views. Hike, bike, or ride through Hell’s Gate National Park. Optional Lake Naivasha boat ride.
Nairobi- Longonot National Park
Mount Longonot National Park - Hill climbers and view seekers should not miss the opportunity of climbing to the rim of Longonot (2886 m) in the Rift Valley, a fairly young, dormant volcano that retains the typical shape of these mountains, although it’s far from being a perfect conical shape. Depart Nairobi early…
Nairobi- Longonot National Park
Mount Longonot National Park - Hill climbers and view seekers should not miss the opportunity of climbing to the rim of Longonot (2886 m) in the Rift Valley, a fairly young, dormant volcano that retains the typical shape of these mountains, although it’s far from being a perfect conical shape. Depart Nairobi early in the morning. Stop at the Rift Valley View point to see the wonders that makes it be called “The Great Rift Valley.” View the Loita Plains and then proceed to Mt. Longonot for 5 hours hike and around the crater and down to the Gate. up the mountain are steep therefore you should carry comfortable hiking shoes, light clothing and drinking water. The hiking will give you such a great experience from top at the crater. You will have a chance to spot for many types of wild animals; plain zebras, giraffes, African leopard and hartebeest which are hard to spot. At the end of the day check in at the permanent tented camp for dinner and overnight.
Longonot National Park- Hells Gate National Park
Hell’s Gate National Park - After breakfast depart in the morning for Hell’s Gate. The morning hours are the best for hiking at the parks towering cliffs. Leave the vehicle behind you at a certain point which will be driving behind you in case you get tired or would like to rest. Start with walking on the well-marked trails. After walking for several kilometers, reach the biking center where you shall ride the bikes to the spot where rock climbing will start. Cycling is a great adventure where you will cycle for seven kilometers before resting at the Rangers post. As you walk and bike you shall be able to spot the animals as they graze in the wild, zebras, gazelles as well as the giraffes. After resting, leave the bikes for a walking adventurous safari that takes approximately 3 hours. You will be able to enjoy the spectacular view of the gorges .Discover the hot springs then walk back to pick the bikes and cycle back to the spot where the vehicle will be waiting for you.then drive back to Nairobi.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottle Drinking Water
- Parking fees
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottle Drinking Water
- Parking fees
- Tips
- Drinks and Alcohol
- Tips
- Drinks and Alcohol
Rising from the floor of the Great Rift Valley like a monolith is the extinct volcano of Mount Longonot. A unique feature is the thick forest that lies within the crater of the mountain. The crater rim also provides great scenic views across the beautiful Rift Valley all the way to Lake Naivasha. Major wildlife attractions at Mount Longonot include…
Rising from the floor of the Great Rift Valley like a monolith is the extinct volcano of Mount Longonot. A unique feature is the thick forest that lies within the crater of the mountain. The crater rim also provides great scenic views across the beautiful Rift Valley all the way to Lake Naivasha. Major wildlife attractions at Mount Longonot include buffaloes, elands, leopards, bushbucks, common zebras, giraffes, and Grant’s gazelles. You can also explore Hell’s Gate National Park, its only park in Kenya, where you will have different options for walking, hiking, horseback riding, bike riding, and game driving inside the park. And on the way to Nairobi, you will have the option of visiting Lake Naivasha for a boat ride.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.