NAIVASHA

Naivasha is a town in Kenya that offers a variety of attractions for visitors. It is located on the shores of Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake that is home to many birds and hippos. The lake's name comes from the Maasai word ɛnaɨpɔ́sha, meaning "that which heaves," referring to the waves that form when it is windy.

One of the most popular things to do in Naivasha is to visit Hell's Gate National Park, a scenic park that features dramatic rock formations, geothermal activity, and wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, and antelopes. The park is also a great place for hiking, biking, and rock climbing. Some parts of the park inspired the settings for The Lion King movie.

Another attraction in Naivasha is the Crescent Island Game Park, a private sanctuary that can be reached by boat from the mainland. The island has no predators, so visitors can walk among the animals such as wildebeests, gazelles, and waterbucks. The island also offers stunning views of the lake and the surrounding mountains.

For those who are interested in history and culture, Naivasha has some museums and historical sites to explore. A popular attraction is the Enashipai Maa Museum, which showcases the heritage and traditions of the Maasai people.

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Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

This resort is home to an incredible array of wildlife, including: Giraffe, Waterbuck, Vervet and Colobus monkeys, and at night, hippos appear from the nearby lake and trim the grass on its expansive lawns.

THINGS TO DO

Hippos in Lake Naivasha

TOUR LAKE NAIVASHA

Zebra foal, with its mother, at Crater Lake Game Sanctuary

VISIT CRATER LAKE GAME SANCTUARY

Hell's Gate National Park

VISIT HELL'S GATE NATIONAL PARK

Hippos at Crescent Island Game Park

VISIT CRESCENT ISLAND GAME PARK

Enashipai Maa Museum

VISIT ENASHIPAI MAA MUSEUM

Horse Riding

HORSEBACK SAFARI

TOURS

FROM USD 1030

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SOPA NAIVASHA

DURATION

5 DAYS & 4 NIGHTS

LOCATION

LAKE NAIVASHA

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