Kenya Rift Valley
Lake Naivasha
Hippos, birds, and Crescent Island walks
The place
About Lake Naivasha
A freshwater Rift Valley lake with boat safaris past hippos, walking safaris on Crescent Island, and abundant birdlife. Naivasha is the easy overnight stop between Nairobi and the Mara, with Hell's Gate National Park (where you can cycle past zebra and warthog) just 30 minutes away.
What makes it special
Highlights
- Boat safari
- Crescent Island walk
- Hippos and fish eagles
- Hell's Gate cycling
What you'll see
Signature species
HippoFish eagleGiraffe (Crescent Island)Over 400 bird species
Safaris in Kenya
