Rock Climbing in Hell’s Gate National Park

Hell’s Gate National Park is situated in the Rift Valley just south of Lake Naivasha. The park is an ideal location for everything ranging from an introduction to outdoor rock climbing to the more experienced climber looking to improve their skills or learn to lead to the serious climber interested in a guided climbing experience on some challenging multi-pitch routes on the larger crags in the park.

The climbing here seems endless and could keep one busy for months. There are some classic rock routes ranging from short single pitch climbs to long half day multi-pitch climbs. Let us know how much time you have and what you fancy climbing and we can tailor a package to suit you.

Climbing in Africa’s Great Rift Valley is a unique experience. Climb surrounded by plentiful wildlife, spectacular scenery and unique geothermal features. This is one of the few national parks in Kenya where you can walk and cycle through the park.

Single Pitch Climbing

Fischers Cliff is the first cliff on the right hand side as you enter Hell’s Gate National Park. It is a fantastic location for beginners, both larger groups or individuals keen to have a chilled out rock climbing session in a beautiful setting. It is also an ideal location for an introduction to trad climbing or for someone looking to learn to lead outdoors.

Multi-Pitch Climbing

Multi pitch Climbing

There are some fantastic long multi pitch adventure climbs that will certainly leave you hooked. There are a variety of different grades an options available from 2-3 pitch climbs to routes that will keep you on your toes for the better part of a day. Get in touch and we can tailor a trip to suit your needs.

How To Get To Naivasha?

The drive to Hell’s Gate takes about 2 hours from Nairobi depending on the traffic along the busy Nakuru road. Make a left on the South Lake road about 2 kilometers before you get to Naivasha town. Drive down the road for approximately 15 kilometers and make a left at the Hell’s Gate National Park sign board.

Where To Stay In Naivasha

Carnelley’s Camp is one of our favourite spots to stay. It has a comfortable campsite on the shores of Lake Naivasha, with plenty of shade from a large Yellow fever forest. There are also rooms available from singles to large family bungalows. They have a great restaurant with an excellent menu. We highly recommend the pizzas. For more information click Here

Things To Do in Naivasha?

Boat Cruises on the Lake- The lake is teaming with rich bird life and a healthy population of hippo. There are also a variety of antelope often seen on the picturesque meadows on the lake shore. We can arrange a boat cruise for you or you can speak directly to the reception at the Carnelleys camp and they can tell you more.

Game Drives-Hells gate national Park is teaming with wildlife and is a great park for a short morning or late afternoon game drive. Contact us for more info on this option.

Mountain Biking- Hells gate is one of the only national parks in Kenya that allows mountain biking. Watching wildlife from the saddle of your bike is certainly a unique experience and well worth it. Contact us for more info on this option.

Trekking on Mount Longonot- If you fancy a great view of lake Naivasha and Hells gate then Mount Longonot is a fun half day excursion.