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About Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley at 1,884m altitude, surrounded by yellow-barked acacia forests, papyrus reed beds and flower farms that supply much of Europe's cut flowers. The lake is famous for its large hippopotamus population — best viewed on boat trips — and exceptional birdlife with over 360 recorded species. Adjacent Hell's Gate National Park is unique in Kenya in allowing visitors to walk and cycle unescorted among wildlife including zebra, giraffe, buffalo and gazelle through a dramatic volcanic gorge with natural hot springs.
Highlights
- ✓ Hippo watching from boat on the lake
- ✓ Hell's Gate cycling safari — walk/cycle among wildlife
- ✓ Crescent Island game sanctuary (walking safari)
- ✓ Over 360 bird species including African Fish Eagle
- ✓ Natural geothermal spa at Olkaria
- ✓ Flower farm tours (Sulmac, Oserian)