Lake Naivasha
Freshwater lake with boat safaris, walking safaris, and Crescent Island.
Size
139 km²
From Nairobi
90 km (1.5-2 hours)
Best Time
Year-round
Lake Naivasha is a beautiful freshwater lake in the Rift Valley, known for its rich birdlife and hippos. Crescent Island offers unique walking safaris where you can walk among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. The area is also famous for its flower farms and Hell's Gate National Park nearby.
Wildlife Highlights
Hippos, giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, over 400 bird species, fish eagles, pelicans.
Safari Packages
Safaris to Lake Naivasha
7 Days Kenya Explorer Safari
The complete Kenya safari — parks, lakes, and unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Hell's Gate + Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Combine cycling in Hell's Gate with a boat safari on Lake Naivasha.
5 Days Amboseli, Lake Naivasha & Maasai Mara Safari
Experience Kenya's highlights — elephants, Rift Valley lakes, and the Mara.
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