Things to do in Rift Valley Province, Kenya: The Best Walking Tours

May 18, 2022 Velvet Champine

Rift Valley Province (Swahili: Mkoa wa Bonde la Ufa) of Kenya, bordering Uganda, was one of Kenya's eight provinces, before the Kenyan general election, 2013. Rift Valley Province was the largest and one of the most economically important provinces in Kenya. It was dominated by the Kenya Rift Valley which passes through it and gives the province its name. According to the 2009 Census, the former province covered an area of 182,505.1 square kilometres (45,098,000 acres; 70,465.6 sq mi) and would have had a population of 10,006,805, making it the largest and most populous province in the country. The bulk of the provincial population is a strip between former Nairobi and Nyanza Province. The capital was the town of Nakuru.
Restaurants in Rift Valley Province

1. 5-Day Lakes and Masai Mara Plains 4 x 4 Safari

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Maasai Mara is a top game reserve famous for its exceptional population of lions, leopards, cheetahs among others. Lake Nakuru is found in the central part of Kenya and is one of the Rift valley soda lakes with an elevation of 1754 meters above sea level. The park is famous for the big five and bird’s sanctuary. Lake Naivasha is at the highest elevation of the Kenyan Rift valley at 1,884 metres and home to a variety of types of wildlife including over 400 different species of bird.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, All transfers, All accommodation during the tour, All meals and drinking water during the tour, Flying Doctors medical, emergency, and rescue cover, All game drives as noted in the itinerary, Transport in a private safari minivan with an open roof , English speaking tour guide/driver, All applicable government taxes, levies and park entrance fees , Personalized private service

Exclusions: Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc., Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Passports and visa applications and processing, International flights and taxes, Entrance fee for activities noted as optional

Reviewed By A9634RGcristiana

We took 2 days safari in Amboseli National Park, it was an amazing experience with great guides. We discussed with Peter, via phone and e-mail about every detail of the trip without any hesitation. Our guides, Edward and John were adaptable, responsive, with a true passion for making our journey as delightful as possible. Highly recommended!!

2. Private Tour to Mount Longonot and Optional Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha

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Mt Longonot National Park is located 90km from Nairobi city on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. The mt Longonot national park is a popular park for hiking and mountain climbing that takes less than 3-4hrs to climb/hike up and down. It is one of the best adventure day trips from Nairobi. Longonot national park is easy to get to and has the best sightseeing opportunities and one can look inside the mountain crater.

Inclusions: Professional English speaking guide/driver., Pickup and drop-off to your hotel within Nairobi CBD, Private tour, Transport, park entrance fees

Exclusions: Boat ride (25 USD per person), Lunch (We are happy to drive you to a restaurant., Pickup and drop off to the airport at 20 USD.

Reviewed By B9362LMvaleriag

George and his guide are so caring and will make you feel so safe and plan the trip so you can have the maximum exposure and experiences possible. The lunch spot at the lake is delicious and the lake ride is one of a lifetime. Also bike riding to where the lion king’s animation is based is highly recommended to Disney geeks and everyone else

3. Day Trip Ol Pejeta Conservancy And Ngare Ndare Forest From Nairobi or Nanyuki

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This is a Day trip to Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Ngare Ndare Forrest. We will pick you and drop you off from anywhere in Nairobi or Nanyuki. Other locations can be pre arranged. We will stop at the Equator line. We will arrive at the entrance of Ol Pejeta Conservancy. During your game drive, you will have the opportunity to view the big five, Ol Pejeta hosts the last of the northern white Rhinos! Thats right the last northern white rhinos in the world. There is also a chimpanzee sanctuary where these primates have been rescued from all over the world and brought here to be rehabilitated. After the game drives we will drive to Ngare Ndare Forrest. The famous waterfalls. the forest is home to 7 waterfalls. We will then go for the canopy walk  It is 10 meters high and 450 meters long, being the longest and highest canopy walk in East Africa. We will also be able to swim in the natural pool at Ngare Ndare Forrest. After we have explored as much as we can we will then head back to Nairobi.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Pick up and drop off from Nairobi or Nanyuki, Game Drives in Ol Pejeta , Transport in 4×4 Safari Van , Professional tour guides, Armed wardens / Guard, Canopy walk and Hiking at Ngare Ndare Forest, Swimming at the natural pool, Mineral water, All Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch, snacks and extra drinks, Dont worry we will stop at plenty of places on the way for lunch and refills , Flexible hiking attire, Swimming costume, Ol Pejeta entrance fees Adults $90 each., Ol Pejeta entrance fees Children $45 each, Please note Ol Pejeta does not accept cash payments. Payments may be made by card or Mpesa, Entrance fees for Ngare Ndare Forest reserve. Adults $30 each, Entrance fees for Ngare Ndare Forest reserve. Children $15 each

Reviewed By Seaside467310

Amazing place to see and lots to see. Had a wonderful day there. Amazing scenery and hundreds of animals of all types. Feed the blind rhino Baraka and visited Sudan at the rhino graveyard. Amazing experience

4. 1 Day Hells Gate Biking Safari

Nairobi Central, Nairobi, Kenya Kenya Safaris Holiday
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personalized experience, vasts knowledge of the park and giving the client best value for the safari paid for, makes us stand out from the others.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Parking Fees, Biking rental

Exclusions: Lunch Boat Excursion $ 30 p/p items of personal Nature Tipping and gratuities

Reviewed By markhachiche

We planned a 6 day safari trip and Simon really helped us to make it the best planned trip yet! Unfortunately, we had to cancel our trip and weren’t able to go. Simon and his team were extremely accommodating and made sure we got a refund for our deposit. We look forward to rebooking our trip with him soon!

5. Nairobi Hiking Adventure to Mt. Longonot

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Wonderful View of the Great Rift Valley,8 Km Hike and Bird Watching. A great way to keep fit and improve your fitness level. A good must do thrill. Pickup from the Hotel at 6:00am and head to Mt. Longonot as the sun is rising from the floor of the Great Rift Valley, like a monolith is the extinct volcano of Mount Longonot. Arrive at Mt. Longonot at around 7am for a unique feature is the thick forest that lies within the crater of the mountain. The crater rim also provides great scenic views across the beautiful Rift Valley all the way to Lake Naivasha. In Mount Longonot National Park, set out on the 4-mile (6.4-kilometer), round-trip hike to the edge of the crater, with the option to extend the hike an additional 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers), walking all the way around the crater rim. There after the Hike you get local food at the local resturant then head back to the Hotel. On your way pass be the curio shops for some gifts.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Hotel Pickup and Drop off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Park Fees of 26USD Adult, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By mellie075

It was a amazing expierence!! From the first second you feels like a part of the family! I recommend it for everyone who wants to see the life in a village. Obed was a fantastic professional guide, who makes the tour more better!! He is a friendly and respectfull man.

6. 12 Days Samburu Ol-pejeta lake Nakuru Masai Mara lake Naivasha Amboseli safari

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Enjoy twelve days of ultimate adventure and excitement as you discover some of Kenya's most amazing national parks on a safari of a lifetime. Explore the great Masai Mara National Reserve and its sprawling plains teeming with wildlife and the spectacular Samburu and Amboseli National Parks, known for their huge elephant populations. Visit Ol pejeta conservation and see its primates and the vast sea of pink flamingos in Lake Nakuru National Park. Experience a once in a lifetime balloon ride, sure to gift you with the most breathtaking sunrise you will ever experience. Join us on this African safari and discover why Kenya is a renowned safari destination that will capture your heart forever.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Every passenger is guaranteed a window seat., Your driver/guide has in-depth knowledge of the flora, fauna, landscape and Kenyan culture safaris., A minivan outfitted with two-way, long range high frequency radio communications equipment., Each 4x4 Toyota Hiace minivan carries a first-aid kit, an ice-chest, and a fire extinguisher., Unlimited Bottled mineral water during game drives., Park entrance fees and game drives as noted in the itinerary., All government taxes, levies and fees, Pick up and drop off transfers

Exclusions: International airfares and departures taxes., Personal communications charges for telephone calls, faxes, email, etc., Tips and gratuities for your driver/guide., Laundry services., Between meal snacks and events not included in your itinerary, Balloon safari in Masai Mara (USD 475) per person per ride, Masai village visit (USD 20)

Reviewed By mateoi514

I had never been on safari before and thought I would explore options-i was traveling alone and feared it might be too expensive but I found Direct Kenya safaris. Mr Nduso got back to me very quickly with a seven day trip including stops at amboseli,lake Nakuru and Masai Mara national parks. His quote was very reasonable and immediately booked -and I can assure everyone that my reward was a top notch trip in every way. The accommodation was great, meals were always good. The trip always involved long distances between the parks but the driver/guide Ibrahim is a superb and careful driver who made great time and was a great company as well. Every day and in every way this trip exceeded my expectations. It was really an exceptional experience.

7. 7 Days Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Naivasha, Amboseli

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Best Camping Tours & Safaris specializes in providing Kenya camping safari holidays, bringing you up close to the famous wildlife habitats throughout Kenya camping safari takes you along the beautiful wilderness and let your adventure spirit fill along the plains of the Masai Mara and Serengeti tracking African elusive “Big Five”. Our Kenya adventure and budget camping safari aims to improve your chances of getting connected to scenic nature while bringing even close to wildlife species in their natural habitat. We at Best Camping Tours & Safaris provide Kenya and Tanzania mobile camping safari packages with affordable pricing for an unbeatable value. We strive to maximize value without compromising on quality of service.

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Exclusions: Park Fees of USD 390 Per Person & Children USD 225. Paid directly at the gate.

Reviewed By C9316WFcarlost

If you want to make the most out of your time, this is the way to go. Fantastic personalised service, Paul was an excellent driver. Imraan and his ten at Olgatuni Camp were superb! Thank you for everything!

8. 12 Days wildebeest migration Masai Mara Nakuru Uganda gorilla trekking safari

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Explore the best of east Africa on this amazing safari that visits Kenya, and Uganda for the most memorable adventure of your life. Explore the vast plains of the Africa Savannah in search of the big five, massive herds of migrating wildebeest and an array of others creatures, big and small. Trek into the rain forest for the opportunity to sit amongst magnificent mountain gorillas in their misty home and venture into tribal villages to catch a glimpse into the lives of some of the most fascinating cultures on earth. A safari that provides excitement, adventure and memories that you will carry with you for life.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Every passenger is guaranteed a window seat., Your driver/guide has in-depth knowledge of the flora, fauna, landscape, and Kenyan culture safaris, Each 4x4 Toyota Hiace minivan carries a first-aid kit, an ice-chest, and a fire extinguisher., Unlimited Bottled mineral water during game drives., Park entrance fees and game drives as noted in the itinerary., Gorilla entrance park fees , All government taxes, levies and fees, Pick up and drop off transfers

Exclusions: International airfares and departures taxes., Personal communications charges for telephone calls, faxes, email, etc., Tips and gratuities for your driver/guide., Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. (water is provided in the minivan while on game drives.), optional activities , balloon ride USD 470 PP, Village visit USD 20 PP, Boat ride USD 30 PP, Laundry services., Between meal snacks and events not included in your itinerary

Reviewed By mateoi514

I had never been on safari before and thought I would explore options-i was traveling alone and feared it might be too expensive but I found Direct Kenya safaris. Mr Nduso got back to me very quickly with a seven day trip including stops at amboseli,lake Nakuru and Masai Mara national parks. His quote was very reasonable and immediately booked -and I can assure everyone that my reward was a top notch trip in every way. The accommodation was great, meals were always good. The trip always involved long distances between the parks but the driver/guide Ibrahim is a superb and careful driver who made great time and was a great company as well. Every day and in every way this trip exceeded my expectations. It was really an exceptional experience.

9. Full-Day Tour to Hell's Gate and Lake Naivasha from Nairobi

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“A Walk and ride on the Wild Side”  Hell's Gate National Park is a tiny park located between Lake Naivasha and Longonot and Suswa volcanoes and it is an ideal venue for a weekend retreat far from the urban life of Nairobi. Named for the intense geothermal activity within its boundaries, the Hell's Gate National Park is a remarkable quarter of the Great Rift Valley. Spectacular scenery including the towering cliffs, water-gouged gorges, stark rock towers, scrub clad volcanoes and belching plumes of geothermal steam make it one of the most atmospheric Parks in Africa. Hell’s Gate is an ideal venue for a day trip from Nairobi-walking and biking are allowed. Animals seen here include bushbucks, dikdiks, gazelles, gnus, hartebeests, impalas, klipspringers, buffalo,  zebras, baboons, and monkeys among others. This is a joining tour with a maximum of 14 people per day

Inclusions: Bottled mineral water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (hotels with Nairobi and Naivasha cities only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan between all tour sights

Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By annarD8715KX

People should know that the elephant orphanage has been closed for a year. This fact isn't mentionned on the advertisement. You also have to pay extra if you want to be dropped of at the airport. In the end, you pay 50 USD for a ride to the museum and the Giraffe Center. The company should clearly inform clients that the elephant orphanage is closed and adapt the price of the trip, or think about another activity to offer to clients.

10. Ngare Ndare Forest Reserve Day Trip From Nairobi Or Nanyuki

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This is a day trip to Ngare Ndare Forest. We will pick you and drop you off from anywhere in Nairobi or Nanyuki. Other locations can be arranged. Activities include hiking, animal spotting, canopy walk and swimming in a natural blue pool. Overnight accommodation or camping available on request. We can also alter this itinerary if you would like to go to other landmarks or destinations. Please contact us for requests.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off by a 4x4 safari vehicle from Nairobi or Nanyuki, Canopy Walk & hiking with Professional tour guides, Mineral water, Swimming in the natural blue pools of Ngare Ndare. Plunge into the turquoise blue pools., Armed warden / guide assigned to you upon reaching Ngare Ndare Forest

Exclusions: Lunch, snacks and extra drinks , Dont worry we will stop at plenty of places to buy more drinks and food along the way, Ngare Ndare Entrance Fees. Adults $40. Children $20 , Any tips of gratitude, Personal items souvenirs, travel insurance visa fees etc

Reviewed By Seaside467310

Amazing place to see and lots to see. Had a wonderful day there. Amazing scenery and hundreds of animals of all types. Feed the blind rhino Baraka and visited Sudan at the rhino graveyard. Amazing experience

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