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All things to do in Rift Valley Province; Things to do near Lake Naivasha.
Deep blue lakes, rich acacia forests, extinct volcanoes, waterfalls, imposing towers and bottomless gorges – you’ll be amazed at the variety and drama of the parks, lakes and preserves surrounding Lake Naivasha.Here the birdlife is full, varied and constant as is the parade of wildlife with over 100 species of hunters and grazers.As befitting such a variety of landforms, you’ll find more types of safaris here than anywhere else on earth…each one allowing you to enjoy a different aspect of the wildlife!
The cool breeze of the lake is magnificent; a thing made even more stunning by the enormous number of birds moving about above you. Deep blue lake, rich acacia forests, extinct volcanoes, waterfalls, imposing towers and bottomless gorges – you’ll be amazed at visting Lake Naivasha. Boat Excursions. Copyright 2020 Southern Valley Safaris. On your boat ride safari you will get to see the hippopotamuses along the shores and pelicans flying above you.The crescent island Sanctuary gives you the chance to walk with the wild animals. And occasionally a leopard has been spotted.Looking beyond the crater affords wonderful views of the Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha.Close to Lake Naivasha is one of Kenya’s most colourful reserves – As if to compete for the best spectacle, the land shows itself off with immense rocky escarpments, dense acacia forests, wooded hills and unexpected waterfalls.You’ll find other birdlife here with an abundance of pelicans, cormorants, kingfisher, ostrich, stork as well as herons and eagles.The endangered and rare Rothschild’s giraffe are protected in the park and you’ll also be on the watch for lion, leopard, cheetah and the entertaining baboon, vervet and colobus monkeys.Be sure to visit the park’s several viewpoints where you’ll be greeted with vistas of the Rift Valley. from $180/night. +254 700 372 169 +254 788 287 151 +254 202 216 830 In fact, there are more animals per acre here than any other Kenyan Park.The area is not fenced, so the animals are free to move between the sanctuary and the mainland as groups of buffalo are inclined to do.For a perfect finish to your day, go to the top of the hill here with its 360Also, a quick jaunt away are the dramatic cliffs, canyons and unearthly steam vents of Great columns of steam billow up from the springs and geysers here, and you can take a dip in Africa’s largest natural mineral pool.Very large predators are quite rare, so the park is safe and family friendly with its many guided trails.
Lion Hill, Out of Africa Lookout and Baboon Cliff are favorites.
In the Naivasha area at Sanctuary Farm you can take the most unique type of safari – a guided day tour on horseback.The land here is heavy with acacia trees and you’ll traverse this rich forest coming upon giraffe, wildebeest, impala, zebra, gazelle, dik-dik and buffalo.Your horse is familiar with this territory and the animals so it will let you ride up close to the wildlife. And it’s not impossible to come upon a leopard during a game drive.The most famous personality of the area was Joy Adamson, naturalist and author of “Born Free”, who lived here on the lake’s shores.
The fish eagles screech every now and then and the green pigeons are cooing … The lake is mostly surrounded by flower farms and the most outstanding feature is its flamingos.The Kigio Wildlife Conservancy is a locally managed conservancy of 3,500 acres. I'm sitting on the veranda of Ajabu House, Lake Naivasha, relaxing in the most beautiful and peaceful location. Deep blue lakes, rich acacia forests, extinct volcanoes, waterfalls, imposing towers and bottomless gorges – you’ll be amazed at the variety and drama of the parks, lakes and preserves surrounding Lake Naivasha.Here the birdlife is full, varied and constant as is the parade of wildlife with over 100 species of hunters and grazers.As befitting such a variety of landforms, you’ll find more types of safaris here than anywhere else on earth…each one allowing you to enjoy a different aspect of the wildlife! Recommended. Most camping sites in Naivasha are provided by resorts or lodges.The Karlandusi Museum is a must-visit destination that you must visit.