Spend two days and one night at Lake Naivasha with private return road transport from Nairobi, an included lake boat ride and an included Crescent Island guided walk. Road transport is reserved for your party; the boat ride and boat transfers may be shared with other guests.
Choose a private Land Cruiser 4×4 or safari minivan for the road journey. Budget, Mid-Range and Luxury accommodation options are available. The property, room arrangement, vehicle and boat services are confirmed in your quotation for the dates and party; different selections may have different prices.
Day one includes the road journey, lunch, a late-afternoon boat ride when conditions allow, dinner and the overnight stay. Day two includes breakfast, boat transfers and the Crescent Island walk before returning to Nairobi. This programme gives the lake visit an overnight stop; it does not guarantee an early-afternoon return.
Lake and island activities follow the boat operator and sanctuary access arrangements. Wildlife sightings vary, and the walk does not promise a predator-free environment or unrestricted approaches to animals. Hell’s Gate and any crater hike are outside this standard programme.
Two days and one night, starting and finishing in Nairobi
Private Land Cruiser 4x4 or Safari Minivan for your party; boats may be shared
Included day-one boat ride and day-two return boat transfers to Crescent Island
Crescent Island admission and guided walk included
Budget, Mid-Range and Luxury accommodation options, confirmed for your dates
Lunch and dinner on day one, with breakfast on day two
Itinerary
This two-day Lake Naivasha visit combines a late-afternoon boat ride with a guided Crescent Island walk the following day. One lake-area overnight stay separates the two experiences; road transport is private and boat services may be shared.
Day 01 :
Nairobi to Lake Naivasha
The safari leaves Nairobi in mid-morning for Lake Naivasha, where the programme changes from the city to a freshwater-lake setting. After arrival and check-in, the party has time at the lake-area accommodation before the included late-afternoon boat ride. The boat trip explores the lake from the water and provides a different viewpoint on its shoreline, birdlife and wildlife habitats. The outing is planned towards sunset, giving the afternoon its main wildlife-viewing and photography experience. The boat service may be shared with other guests, while the road vehicle remains reserved for the party. The group returns to the accommodation for the one-night stay before the following day’s Crescent Island visit.
8 hours
Lunch + Dinner
Day 02 :
Crescent Island Walk & Return to Nairobi
An arranged boat transfer carries the party to Crescent Island Game Sanctuary for the included guided walk. About two hours are allocated to exploring on foot with the guide, bringing the visit down to the pace of the island’s walking routes rather than viewing entirely from a vehicle or boat. The guide leads the route and interprets the wildlife, birds and lakeside environment encountered along the way. Sanctuary admission and the guided walk are included in the programme. Boat transfers to and from the island may be shared with other visitors. After the walk, the return boat brings the party back to the mainland, followed by checkout and the private road journey to Nairobi, completing the two-day lake and island experience.
5 hours
Breakfast
Cost Details
What's Included
Private return road transport between Nairobi and Lake Naivasha in your selected Land Cruiser 4x4 or safari minivan
Day-one Lake Naivasha boat ride and day-two return boat transfers to Crescent Island; boat services may be shared
Crescent Island Game Sanctuary admission and guided walk
Lake Naivasha conservation fee
One night in Lake Naivasha accommodation confirmed for your dates
Lunch and dinner on day one; breakfast on day two
Drinking water throughout
What's Not Included
International flights to Nairobi
Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) fees, where applicable
Travel and medical insurance
Tips and gratuities for guide and boat crew
Alcoholic and premium beverages
Hell's Gate National Park visit (optional add-on)
Personal expenses such as souvenirs
FAQs
Which parts of this safari are private?
Your return road transport between Nairobi and Lake Naivasha is reserved for your party, with a choice of Land Cruiser 4×4 or safari minivan. The lake boat ride and the boat transfers to Crescent Island may be shared with other guests. The quotation confirms the selected vehicle and boat arrangements.
Are the boat ride and Crescent Island walk included?
Yes. The day-one boat ride, day-two return boat transfers, Crescent Island admission and guided walk are included. Crescent Island Game Sanctuary does not operate the boats; the boat service and sanctuary entry are separate arrangements within your safari. Island guiding is arranged for your visit rather than left to guide availability on arrival.
What accommodation and meals are included?
The safari includes one night in Lake Naivasha accommodation confirmed for your dates. Budget, Mid-Range and Luxury options are available; the property and room arrangement are confirmed in the quotation. Lunch and dinner are included on day one and breakfast on day two. Day-two lunch is not included.
How do the boat ride and walking visit depend on conditions?
The boat operator sets departure and operating arrangements according to weather and lake conditions. Follow the crew briefing and keep clear of hippos. The Crescent Island walk follows sanctuary visitor hours, access and guide instructions; wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Share children’s ages and any mobility needs before the activity arrangements are confirmed.
Are Hell’s Gate or a crater hike included, and when do we return?
Neither Hell’s Gate nor a crater hike is included in the standard two-day programme. Any additional activity needs a separately agreed schedule and quotation. Day two ends with the private road return to Nairobi after breakfast, the boat transfers and Crescent Island walk. Arrival depends on the programme, stops, roads and traffic; agree onward timed travel before booking it.
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Erica Anderson
What an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us andWhat an amazing tour: we saw an incredible number and variety of animals and got to learn so much from our fantastic guide Kelvin. He was very knowledgable and patient with us and he made our experience unforgettable. Could not have asked for a better introduction to Kenya!…
Laura H
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Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable,Kelvin met us at the airport, took us to our hotel and then picked us up next morning for a 5 day Safari through the Masai Mara. Brilliant experience! Kelvin is knowledgeable, patient and great fun. Rustic Nature Tours are well organised and quick to respond from my very first enquiry. You won’t be disappointed.…
Peter M
Great experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommendGreat experience! Kelvin is an excellent guide and is full of knowledge. He made sure our 3 experiences were to the max. I highly recommend Rustic Nature Tours and I recommend asking for Kelvin as your guide.…
Ruth
My husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking atMy husband and I completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Michael G
Rustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someoneRustic Nature Tours were responsive from my very first contact and flexible with what we wanted to do and when. The Safari was excellent and accomodation/food spot on. If someone says they had a better guide than Kelvin, they are making it up! He’s the MAN. We had a blast.…
Fernando Estaragues
It was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was reallyIt was a really good experience, it's totally recommended, the service of the office guys is good, they answer to you everytime and with a lot of enthusiasm.The truck was really good with a lot of personalized service.The guide was the best one, fully recommended our guide, Kelvin Ndolo, he drive through all the safari to let us catch some good pictures, the service is really good with him, he was a nice person with a lot of experience, telling you about everything in Kenya in general, nice time with him, helping, giving advices, experienced man.He is el chingon!!In general we can say that we wouldn't be in a better tour and guide for the first experience in Kenya!…
Nicole S
We had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from ourWe had a wonderful day exploring Nairobi and learning so much about the history of both the city and Kenya. This private tour was great value, offering pick-up directly from our hotel and a comfortable ride to each site.Our driver/guide, Denish, was fantastic! extremely safe, knowledgeable, and always ready to answer any questions we had. Every guide we met at the individual stops was equally kind and full of insights.Highlights of our day included a delicious lunch, visiting local community shops for souvenirs, and especially the museum and Kobe Tough! It was the perfect blend of culture, history, and city highlights. If you have a day in Nairobi, we highly recommend booking this tour!…
Marc-Antoine Ladouceur
I booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted toI booked a four-day trip with Rustic Nature Tour (Safari tour) in Kenya at the very last minute, and they absolutely nailed it. They put together a beautiful itinerary, adapted to my preferences, at a price that really surprised me, in a good way. My guide was fantastic, not just knowledgeable about wildlife but also about the socialBiophysical environmental, geomorphology and human stories behind the places we visited. Everything just flowed. I couldn’t be happier with the experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an authentic Kenyan adventure…
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Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake,Just completed a half-day Nairobi Park and Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage tour and the variety of wildlife was amazing: enormous dazzle of zebras cautiously drinking at the lake, three lions slinking past our vehicle as they hunted an impala, a huge crocodile incubating eggs, two white rhinos napping on the side of the road, and so much more. Our guide was happy to provide knowledgeable answers to all of our questions and was amazing at locating wildlife. I absolutely recommend this company.…
Katie Richards-Schuster
Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The tripsKelvin and Rustic Nature Tours were the absolute best choice for the two day trips we did during our time in Nairobi. We could not have asked for a better experience. The trips were completely seamless. We had terrific communication beforehand in preparation for the experiences, and we felt that all aspects were accounted for. Kelvin was absolutely exceptional as a guide. He was very knowledgeable about the animals, the local history, and the elements of the safari experience. His ability to navigate us to exactly the spots where we could see the most, be the closest, and truly experience all that Kenya has to offer.For the first-day experience, we traveled to Amboseli. People in our group really wanted to see elephants. And elephants we saw! Kelvin helped position the Land Cruiser so that we had multiple herds of elephants (including babies) walk in front of the vehicle, less than 10 feet away!! It was a memorable sight. We also saw lions, zebras, wildebeests, birds (of all kinds), giraffes, and so much more. Kelvin has a college degree in wildlife management, and he is both extraordinarily knowledgeable and professional in the trip. He answered our questions, provided information, and helped us experience the wildlife in the safest manner possible. I would definitely recommend taking the Land Cruiser over the Safari van. The roads in the park are bumpy, and the Land Cruiser ensured a safe, comfortable ride while also getting us into the perfect spot to see the animals. After 4 hours or so in the park, we headed to a beautiful lodge to eat. The food and experience at the lodge were wonderful. After that, we did another drive before leaving to head back to Nairobi. A long but unbelievable day!For the second experience, we headed to Nairobi National Park, then the Sheldrick Elephant Trust, Kobe Beads, lunch, and the Giraffe Center. Again, Kelvin was a masterful guide. In the park, he got us close to hippos, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, ostriches, and even a crocodile- among many other animals. He found the perfect spots and maneuvered the vehicle just right (and sometimes even off the beaten path) to make sure we saw the best views of the animals (again, we recommend the Land Cruiser for the best experience!). After talking with others who took different trips to Nairobi National Park, we realized how special our visit was. Many of them didn’t have Kelvin guiding them and, as a result, missed seeing all that we saw. We can’t emphasize enough how amazing Kelvin is. From there, Kelvin got us to the Elephant Sanctuary. He had the tickets already set, so all we needed to do was walk in, and then he got us to the perfect spot where we could be feet away from baby elephants, a baby rhino, and a baby zebra. Truly spectacular! After that, we visited a local bead factory that is a microenterprise supporting local women. We had a tour, learned about the beading process, and then had the opportunity to visit their shop (no hassling or pressure to buy- but we did get some beautiful items!). Then to a hidden garden for lunch at a local restaurant, and then finally to the giraffes. By the time we got to the giraffes, it was very busy, but again, Kelvin worked his magic to get us through the line quickly (we felt like VIPs!) and to the perfect spot to feed them. He clearly knows the staff, as he was able to get us pictures and even additional food to feed the animals. After a long day, he masterfully navigated traffic (which is no joke) to return us to the hotel.All in all, our time in Kenya would not have been the same without Kelvin and Rustic Nature Tours. We can’t recommend their tours any higher. You will not be disappointed!!!…
Brianna D
Our amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to theOur amazing guide Faith was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. We started the morning with a trip to Kobe Tough where we saw the bead making process. Then we headed to the elephant orphanage where Faith knew the whole system and was able to get us up close spots in the “splash zone.” Next up was the giraffe center where we got up close to hand feed giraffes. Faith knew all of the giraffes by name and personality and even took photos on our camera for us. Afterwards we stopped for traditional Kenyan lunch (at your own expense) and we elected to do the Karen Blixen museum for the entrance fee as well. Since it was just me and my husband, Faith even drove us to the local mall before taking us back to the hotel. Overall it was a day well spent with memories to last a lifetime!…
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