Lake Naivasha & Crescent Island

Lake Naivasha is a freshwater Rift Valley lake known for its calm waters, abundant birdlife and easy-access activities that suit families and short-stay travellers. Aboard a guided boat trip you’ll glide past hippos and waterbirds; on shore you can explore lake-edge trails and visit nearby Crescent Island Game Sanctuary for an unforgettable walking safari among giraffe, zebra and antelope. The Naivasha area also offers convenient options such as Hell’s Gate National Park (walks and cycling), geothermal attractions and comfortable lakeside lodges like Naivasha Sopa Resort.

Crescent Island is one of the few places in East Africa where visitors can walk freely among grazing herbivores in a predator-free sanctuary — a wonderful hands-on experience for photographers and families. Together, Lake Naivasha and Crescent Island make an ideal short extension to Masai Mara, Nakuru or Amboseli trips, or a relaxing standalone day trip from Nairobi. Use the filters to find boat-ride packages, family-friendly departures and combined-route options, or click Request a free quote to add Naivasha and Crescent Island to your Kenya safari with suggested timings and activity upgrades.