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Cycling in Hell’s Gate National Park
Hell’s Gate is one of the few national parks in Kenya where you can leave the car behind and explore by bike. It’s a short drive from Naivasha West Beach Camp to Elsa Gate, the park’s main entrance, where bicycles are available to hire if you don’t bring your own.
The dirt roads run across open grassland beneath tall red cliffs, so you’ll often ride past zebra, giraffe, buffalo and gazelle. Keep an eye on the cliff faces too: raptors and vultures nest there.
What you’ll see on the ride
- Fischer’s Tower: a 25-metre volcanic plug near the entrance, popular with rock climbers.
- Central Tower and the Ol Njorowa Gorge: leave the bike at the top and walk down into the gorge with a local guide.
- Geothermal steam: the hot springs and steam vents around Olkaria are what gave the park its name.
Tips for cycling Hell’s Gate
- Start early. The valley floor gets hot by midday and there is little shade.
- Carry plenty of water, a hat and sunscreen.
- Check the brakes and tyres on a hired bike before you set off, as the roads are dusty and uneven.
- Park entry fees are set by the Kenya Wildlife Service and change from time to time, so check current rates before you go.
- Our team can advise on getting to the gate and finding a guide for the gorge.
Get in touch
Contact us for expert advise from our experienced guides and facilitators
+254 720 091 777
reservations@naivashawestbeachcamp.co.ke