Parque Nacional Hell’s Gate

Parque Nacional Hell's Gate

Kenia

Visión general

A walk on the wild side

Hell’s Gate National Park is one of the most atmospheric and unique safari destinations in Kenya. Located in the Great Rift Valley near Lake Naivasha, it is named for the intense geothermal activity within its boundaries. Characterized by towering cliffs, water-gouged gorges, and stark volcanic pillars, this park famously served as the inspiration for the landscapes in Disney’s The Lion King and Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.

What to expect

- The «No-Vehicle» Advantage: Hell’s Gate is one of the very few national parks in East Africa where you can hike, cycle, and rock climb freely among wildlife.
- The Wildlife: While there are no large predators (making it safe for walking), you will encounter herds of Plains Zebra, Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland, and Hartebeest. It is also a global hotspot for cliff-nesting raptors, including the rare Lammergeier vulture.
- Geological Wonders: Explore a landscape shaped by ancient volcanic eruptions, featuring hissing steam vents and the dramatic Ol Njorowa Gorge.

Best time to visit

Best for day trips or en-routes, you can have a hiking or cycling sessions as the gorge trails are dry and safe.

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Alojamiento

Enashipai Resort & Spa

A world-class luxury resort known for its award-winning spa and lush grounds—perfect for relaxing after a day of hiking.

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Lake Naivasha Country Club

One of the oldest and most charming properties in the region, featuring expansive gardens and a colonial-era atmosphere.

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Logia Naivasha Kongoni.

Engulf yourself in nature and enjoy the most serene escape with breathtaking views of Lake Oloiden and the park's volcanic landscape.

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Enashipai Resort & Spa

A world-class luxury resort known for its award-winning spa and lush grounds—perfect for relaxing after a day of hiking.

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Lake Naivasha Country Club

One of the oldest and most charming properties in the region, featuring expansive gardens and a colonial-era atmosphere.

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Naivasha Kongoni Lodge

Engulf yourself in nature and enjoy the most serene escape with breathtaking views of Lake Oloiden and the park’s volcanic landscape.

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Actividades

La aventura espera en la puerta del infierno, el viaje es tan importante como la fauna. Podemos organizar las siguientes experiencias guiadas:

- Ciclismo entre cebras: Alquila una bicicleta de montaña en la Puerta Elsa y recorre la carretera de 8 km hasta la garganta. No hay sensación como pedalear junto a una torre de jirafas o una manada de gacelas.
- Senderismo por la garganta de Ol Njorowa: Desciende a los profundos y sinuosos cañones de la garganta inferior. Explorarás cañones estrechos en ranura, verás el «Dormitorio del Diablo» y te encontrarás con aguas termales y pequeñas cascadas. (Requiere un guía local masái para seguridad).
- Escalada en la Torre Fischer: Pon a prueba tus nervios en este tapón volcánico de 25 metros. Es un lugar popular tanto para principiantes como para escaladores experimentados, ofreciendo vistas panorámicas del parque desde la cima.
- Olkaria Geothermal Spa: Tras una larga caminata, empállate en tus músculos en las aguas turquesas naturalmente calientes y minerales del Olkaria Spa, el mayor balneario natural de África.
- Fotografía y observación de aves: Captura los «espectáculos de la garganta» y utiliza el escondite de aves en el escondite Mervyn Carnelley para avistar buitres y águilas a corta distancia.
- Visita el Centro Cultural Maasai: Situado cerca de la entrada, aprende sobre las tradiciones, el trabajo con cuentas y la historia de la comunidad maasai local, que ha coexistido con este paisaje durante siglos.