Day Trip to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha
At a glance
Day Trip to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha is a 8h small-group experience in Nairobi, Kenya, operated by Excellent GameSpotting Adventures. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 21 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $170 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local English-speaking guide, Hotel/apartment/airport pick up and drop off, Transportation in comfortable car.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 20 people for a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 8h
- Group
- Small group, up to 20 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Climb to the top of Mount Longonot on this moderately-difficult day hike. The hike takes 3-4 hours round-trip, with sweeping views of the national park available from the summit. At the end, you will be rewarded with a scenic boat ride at Lake Naivasha.
What's included
What's included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel/apartment/airport pick up and drop off
- Transportation in comfortable car
- Bottled water
- Entry fees Mt Longonot
- Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
Not included
- Meals and drinks ( available for purchase)
- Tips
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 5h
Mt Longonot National Park is located 90km from Nairobi city on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. The mt Longonot national park is a popular park for hiking and mountain climbing that takes less than 3-4hrs to climb/hike up and down. It is one of the best adventure day trips from Nairobi. Longonot national park is easy to get to and has the best sightseeing opportunities and one can look inside the mountain crater.
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Stop 2 · 3h
Boat Ride in Lake Naivasha Go on an hour boat ride in this wonderful rift valley lake. The boat ride will take you to see the hundreds of birds in this lake including the diving African fish eagle which dives in the water to catch fish without ever missing. You will also go to the hippo pool and see the hippos as they swim and bleat inside the water while opening their mouths to over 180 degrees.
Meeting point
We do pick up travelers from apartments, hotels, residence or any other places within Nairobi
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Day Trip to Mount Longonot National Park and Lake Naivasha take?
The experience lasts about 8h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $170 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local English-speaking guide; Hotel/apartment/airport pick up and drop off; Transportation in comfortable car; Bottled water; Entry fees Mt Longonot; Boat ride at Lake Naivasha.
Where does it start?
We do pick up travelers from apartments, hotels, residence or any other places within Nairobi
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 21 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Nairobi.
