Rift Valley
Lake Naivasha
A freshwater lake of hippos, fish eagles, and boat safaris
Ringed by papyrus and fever-tree forest, Lake Naivasha is the Rift Valley's freshwater jewel and one of Kenya's most relaxed safari stops. A boat safari glides past pods of hippo, rafts of pelican, and perched African fish eagles, while nearby Crescent Island offers rare walking safaris on foot among giraffe, zebra, and waterbuck with no predators to worry about. Its gentle pace and short transfer from Nairobi make it a favourite opening or closing chapter to a longer journey.
Highlights
- Boat safari among hippos and fish eagles
- Walking safari on predator-free Crescent Island
- Easy two-hour transfer from Nairobi
- Gateway to Hell's Gate National Park cycling and gorge walks
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At a Glance
- Best Time to Visit
- Year-round; June–March for the calmest boat conditions
- Signature Wildlife
- HippoGiraffeZebraWaterbuckAfrican fish eagleOver 400 bird species