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Naivasha

Kenya RIft valley
Country Kenya
Region RIft valley
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Naivasha

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Overview

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Naivasha is a town in Nakuru county situated north west of Nairobi and located along the shores of Lake Naivasha where its name originates. The name Naivasha is said to have originated from the local Maasai word Enaiposha, which means ‘That which heaves’, a common Maasai word for large bodies of water enough to have wave action when it is windy or stormy.

Naivasha is a popular tourist destination offering attractions such as;

  • Hells gate National Park (Main Locations for the lion King)
  • Olkaria Geothermal Spa
  • Mount Longonot
  • Lake Naivasha
  • Crescent Island
  • Lake Oloiden
  • Mai Mahiu Catholic Church

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR GUEST VISTING LAKE NAIVASHA

HELLS GATE NATIONAL PARK

EAST AFRICAN CITIZEN (KSH)

RESIDENT (KSH)

NON-RESIDENT (USD)

AFRICAN CITIZEN (USD)

Adult

Child

Adult

Child

Adult

Child

Adult

Child

500

250

675

350

50

25

20

10

Mount Longonot National Park

Citizen

Resident

Non-Resident

Adults

KSH

Child

KSH

Adult

KSH

Child

KSH

Adult

USD

Child

USD

300

215

300

215

26

17

Signature Stays

Places to stay in and around Naivasha.

From intimate camps to polished lodges, these stays help set the mood and rhythm of your time here.

Lake Naivasha Resort
Naivasha

Lake Naivasha Resort

Lake Naivasha Resort is a peaceful lakeside getaway located in the heart of the Great Rift Valley. Surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature, the resort offers comfortable accomm...

Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
Naivasha

Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge

Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge is a beautiful lodge located along the shores of Lake Naivasha in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. Surrounded by acacia trees and nature, the lodge offers a pe...

Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge
Naivasha

Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge

Sawela Lodge is located along Moi South Lake Road on the southern shores of Lake Naivasha, about 85km from Nairobi and 13km from Naivasha town. The lodge is easily accessible by r...

Lemaiyan Suites
Naivasha

Lemaiyan Suites

Lemaiyan Suites is a 3-star hotel with unique accommodations offering a blend of luxury and nature. It is located in Naivasha, 5 minutes’ drive from Naivasha town and 12km from Cr...

Suggested Journeys

Safari ideas built around Naivasha.

These itineraries offer a strong starting point if you already know this is one of the places you want to experience.

3 Days Naivasha Easter Getaway
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3 Days Naivasha Easter Getaway

Lake Naivasha & Hells Gate Easter Getaway Safari 2026 Overview; Experience the Easter holiday like never before with our 3 Days Easter Getaway Safari combining Lake Naivasha and t...

3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS LAKE NAIVASHA
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3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS LAKE NAIVASHA

3 Days Lake Naivasaha Safari 2026 3 Days Lake Naivasha Safari Overview Lake Naivasha safari package offers you a chance to explore the beautiful Lake Naivasha and its surroundings...

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