HELLS GATE NATIONAL PARK

 

90 Kilometers from Nairobi , Hell's Gate is an ideal family getaway for a day trip from Nairobi or stopover en-route to Lake Nakuru or the Masai Mara, located just beyond Lake Naivasha. It was opened in 1984 and is a famous Kenya safaris destination for its natural hot geysers, walking walking trips, camping, cycling and rock-climbing . You can arrange for Horse-riding here and the views are great.  For the birders, it is famous for Veraaux's eagle ,vultures augur buzzard breeding grounds. Over 100 bird species have been recorded in this 68 Sq. Kms park.

Other intesting features to enjoy during a safari include the  Fischer's Tower, formerly a volcano's plug, the Central Tower and Njorowa Gorges.  Olkaria and Hobley are extinct volcanoes that are worth visiting. Natural steam vents rise from fissures in the volcanic rock. Obsidian, a striking black glassy rock formed from cooled molten lava is a feature of this landscape.

Among the wildlife are buffalos, Masai Giraffe, elands, Coke's Hartebeest, lions, leopards and  cheetah. A haven for ornithologists and rock climbers, the cliffs of Hell's Gate are breeding grounds for vultures, Verreaux's Eagles, augur buzzard and thousands of swifts; 103 species of bird have been recorded in the park.

Accommodation is available in campsites and also there are fabulous hotels and home stays around Lake Naivasha  for all budgets.


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