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Hell's Gate National Park, located in Kenya's Rift Valley, is a small park, famous for its diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and outdoor activities. The park's name, derived from a narrow break in the cliffs where ancient volcanic activity shaped its terrain, adds to its mystique and allure. Hell's Gate in Kenya offers towering cliffs, deep gorges, basalt columns and hot springs for visitors to explore by hiking, rock climbing, or cycling. Situated south of Lake Naivasha, it's a perfect spot for day trips from the lake or weekend getaways from nearby cities like Nairobi.
You can visit attractions like Fischer's Tower, Central Tower columns, and Hell's Gate Gorge. The Ol Njorowa Gorge within the park is a notable attraction, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring the narrow gorge walls and hot springs, adding a unique dimension to the park's ecological diversity.
Despite being smaller than many other African parks at 68.25 square kilometres, it's still rich in wildlife, including African buffalo, leopard, lion, and over 103 bird species.
Birdwatchers will appreciate the park's rich avian life, including vultures, eagles, and Verreaux's eagles. While it doesn't have resident elephants and rhinos, it's home to three of the Big Five. Besides its natural wonders, the park also plays a role in geothermal energy production, hosting five power stations at Olkaria, which contributes to Kenya's renewable energy efforts.
Citizen: Adult – KSH 300, Child – KSH 215
Resident: Adult – KSH 300, Child - KSH 215
Non-Residents: Adult – USD 26, Child – USD 17
The nearest major airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, approximately 120 kilometres (75 miles) away from Hell's Gate National Park. For the ones looking to travel within Kenya, Nairobi Wilson Airport is also at the same distance from the park.
From the airport, visitors can hire taxis or private vehicles to reach the park. The travel time by road from the airport is around 2-3 hours, depending on traffic conditions.