About this journey
This active day trip combines a volcanic mountain hike with a relaxed lake experience. Travel from Nairobi to Mount Longonot National Park and begin the ascent with a local guide when included. The trail climbs steeply to the crater rim and may continue around part or all of the rim according to fitness, weather, time and current safety conditions. The complete rim circuit is demanding and should not be assumed for every traveller. The hike offers views across the Great Rift Valley and into the forested crater when visibility allows. Guests need suitable walking shoes, sun protection, drinking water, snacks and honest assessment of their fitness. Strong wind, rain, heat, trail erosion or health concerns may require a shorter route. After descending, continue to Lake Naivasha for lunch and a licensed boat excursion when weather and water conditions are suitable. Observe water birds, shoreline scenery and possible hippopotamuses from the required distance. This programme is ideal for active couples, friends and private groups seeking both exercise and nature in one day.
Travel style
Destinations
Transport and guiding
Private road transport from Nairobi with an English speaking driver guide, a local mountain guide when included and a licensed Lake Naivasha boat operator.
Suggested itinerary
Mount Longonot Hike and Lake Naivasha Boat Excursion
Depart Nairobi in the morning and travel to Mount Longonot National Park. Meet the local guide when included, complete a safety briefing and begin the climb at a pace suited to the group. Reach the crater rim when conditions and fitness allow. A rim walk is attempted only when the guide confirms that time, weather and participant condition are suitable. Descend carefully and continue to Lake Naivasha for lunch. Board a licensed boat for a guided excursion when conditions are safe, observing birds, shoreline habitat and possible hippopotamuses from a safe distance. Return to Nairobi after the lake activity. The schedule may be shortened to protect safety and avoid travelling too late.
Included
- Private transport from and back to a confirmed Nairobi hotel, residence or airport meeting point
- Professional English speaking driver guide
- Bottled drinking water during the journey
- Scheduled wildlife viewing and activities described in the confirmed itinerary
- Government taxes applicable to the included services
- Planning support before departure
- Mount Longonot National Park entry fee for the confirmed traveller category
- Local hiking guide when stated in the final quotation
- Lunch
- Licensed Lake Naivasha boat excursion when safe to operate
- Life jacket during the boat activity
Not included
- International and domestic flights unless specifically included
- Kenya electronic travel authorisation and passport expenses
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Meals and drinks not specifically listed as included
- Personal purchases, telephone charges and laundry
- Tips for the driver guide and activity staff
- Additional services caused by flight delays, traffic, road closures, severe weather or traveller requested changes
- Any activity or entry fee not clearly listed in the confirmed quotation
- Specialist climbing equipment
- Personal hiking gear and medication
- Horse riding, Crescent Island and Hell's Gate activities
- Activities shortened or cancelled for weather, health or safety reasons
