Hell's Gate National Park

Dramatic landscapes, hiking, rock climbing, and geothermal wonders in the Great Rift Valley.

Great Rift Valley, Kenya

1-2 Days

Best: Year Round

Overview

Hell's Gate National Park offers a unique safari experience where visitors can explore on foot, by bicycle, or rock climb among the wildlife. Named for the intense geothermal activity within its boundaries, the park features dramatic landscapes of towering cliffs, water-gouged gorges, stark rock towers, scrubland, and patches of grassland dotted with grazing zebra, gazelle, and buffalo. The park served as inspiration for Disney's 'The Lion King' with its dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife.

Highlights

Dramatic Landscapes

Hiking Trails

Rock Climbing

Geothermal Features

Activities

HikingRock ClimbingCyclingBird WatchingPhotographyGeothermal Tours

Wildlife

Buffalos

Zebras

Giraffes

Baboons

Various Birds

Gallery

Quick Information

Location:Great Rift Valley, Kenya

Size:68 km²

Established:1984

Best Time:Year Round

Duration:1-2 Days

Difficulty:Moderate

Ecosystem

Grasslands, acacia woodlands, geothermal features

Accommodation Types

Nearby Lodges

Camping Sites