Naivasha is a bustling town located in the beautiful Rift Valley of Kenya. It is a stunning freshwater lake, approximately 13 kilometres wide and situated in the Rift Valley. The waters are relatively shallow for the most part, averaging just five meters in depth. Naivasha is around 2-hour drive to the northwest of Nairobi, which makes it accessible as a day trip or as a short break if you are staying in Kenya’s capital. Naivasha is a beautiful natural haven, with many species of birds and wildlife attracted to the lakeside and surrounding areas. Buffalo, antelope, giraffe, warthogs, zebra, vervet and colobus monkeys and hippo are frequently spotted. There are also leopards in the area, but they are very elusive. There are plenty of activities to do in Naivasha. You can take a day trip to Hell's Gate National Park and Lake Naivasha from Nairobi. You can also go on a private bike tour from Nairobi to Hell's Gate National Park. There are also adventure tours that include a boat ride on Lake Naivasha.
