Hell’s Gate National Park lies south of Lake Naivasha in Kenya, north west of Nairobi. Hell’s Gate National Park is named after a narrow break in the cliffs, once a tributary of a prehistoric lake that fed early humans in the Rift Valley. It was established in 1984. A small national park, it is known for its wide variety of wildlife and for its scenery. This includes the Fischer’s Tower and Central Tower columns and Hell’s Gate Gorge. The national park is also home to three geothermal power stations at Olkaria. The park is equipped with three basic campsites and includes a Maasai Cultural Center, providing education about the Maasai tribe’s culture and traditions.

Description

Depart at 8.00am and drive through the Great Rift Valley formed through a Volcanic eruption that took place years ago. Seeing the crater lakes from the view point.

Proceed to Hell’s Gate National Park. Arrive at Fischers Tower. The Fischer’s tower is the ideal place for rock climbing. There is climbing gear available on hire (costs not inclusive).

Bicycles are on hire for anyone who wishes to peddle around the park as they watch the animals grazing nearby (cycling prices not included).

Otherwise you can enjoy the view as the guide drives you into the park and you catch a glimpse at the zebras, Thompson gazelles, impalas, buffalos etc

Proceed to the gorge where you will trek and climb until you get to the hell’s kitchen then proceed to the hell’s bedroom. With the assistance of well-trained guides, you are able to climb the rocks and descend. The hot water springs come from the ground and you are well able to feel the water.

See the Geothermal Power Plant at Ol Karia and also visit the spa at Ol karia Where you can enjoy a Picnic lunch thereafter enjoy a warm swim in the pool (carry your swimming gear).

Drive back to Nairobi arriving late evening around 5.30pm