Hell's Gate National Park
National Park

Hell's Gate National Park

Naivasha, Nakuru County
2 Routes
26.0 km total
3.5h avg
200m elevation

About This Destination

Hell's Gate is one of the few parks in Kenya where you can walk or cycle among wildlife. Famous for its dramatic scenery including Fischer's Tower and the Hell's Gate Gorge with its hot springs.

What to Expect

Hot conditions, bring plenty of water. Bicycles available for rent at gate. Guide required for gorge.

Nairobi to Hell's Gate

Trek through the dramatic gorge with its red cliffs and natural hot springs.

Moderate
Distance
8km
Duration
4h
Elevation
200m
Type
driving

Route Waypoints

1

Nairobi Start

-1.2864, 36.8172

2

Main Gate

-0.8524, 36.3691

Highlights

Gorge formationsHot springsRock climbing spotsWildlife

Cycling Safari

Cycle through the park among zebras, giraffes, and buffalo.

Easy
Distance
18km
Duration
3h
Elevation
N/Am
Type
driving

Route Waypoints

1

Main Gate

-0.8524, 36.3691

2

Buffalo Circuit

-0.9000, 36.3180

3

Giraffe Point

-0.8950, 36.3150

4

Fischer's Tower

-0.9050, 36.3280

5

Return

-0.9020, 36.3230

Highlights

Close wildlife encountersUnique cycling experienceCliff scenery

Best Time to Visit

Year-round, avoid April-May heavy rains (flash flood risk in gorge)

Accommodations

2

Olkaria Geothermal Spa

Mid-RangeKES 15000/night

Enashipai Resort

LuxuryKES 31250/night

Guide Contacts

John Mwangi

Gorge Guide

+254-726-678-***

Grace Wanjiru

Cycling Guide

+254-727-789-***