Duration
5-Day
Accra, Kenya
5-Day Hell's Gate-Longonot-Maji Moto Walk in the Wild
Overview
You'll trek through spectacular volcanic terrain as you enter the 'gates of hell' that provide heavenly sights and adventures of the Great Rift Valley. This short break will take you through a range of trekking options from gentle hill walking through game-rich ranges to high altitude ascents. You'll meet and interact with the Maasai, a people who have faithfully preserved their unique culture for generations.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi
Via Hell’s Gate NP, Mt Longonot, Maji Moto (Village)
Country & park
Kenya
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
10 years
Activities
game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Camp Carnelley's - Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$2,520 USD
$1,542 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$2,520 USD
$1,542 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 10 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1
Hell’s Gate NP
Day 2
Mt Longonot
Day 3-4
Maji Moto (Village)
End
Nairobi (Day 5)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
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Minimum age of 10 years
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Camp Carnelley's
Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Camp Carnelley's
Budget lodge at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Maji Moto Maasai Cultural Camp
Budget camping in Maji Moto (Village) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi-Lake Naivasha/Hell's Gate
You'll be picked up from your Nairobi hotel at 7:00 am. You'll drive for two hours to Hell’s Gate National Park for an exhilarating walk in the wilderness. You'll hike as you are closely followed by a gallery of zebras, impalas, waterbucks, and over 240 species of birds. The gorge baffles and awes explorers, and it is said to resemble ‘hell’, hence the name Hell’s Gate. There are soaring lava cliffs, steaming volcanic vents, and hot springs. Several wild animals dot the park, which is home to the rare Klipspringer, ostrich, waterbuck, impala, buffalo, and warthog. Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Hell’S Gate National Park Stay: Camp Carnelley's Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Lake Naivasha/Mount Longonot
You'll drive to the base of Mount Longonot and climb up the mountain. The trek to the peak (2,800m above sea level) is about 9 km long, and some sections of the trail are quite steep, so much so that the round trip from the park gate to the peak and back takes about 5 hours of hiking. More energetic hikers can circumnavigate the crater for another 2 hours. Budget lodge located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Longonot Stay: Camp Carnelley's Budget lodge located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Lake Naivasha-Maji Moto
You'll have a morning boat ride to Crescent Island in Lake Naivasha for a game walk. Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake in the Rift Valley, famed for its prolific birdlife, including fish eagles, pelicans, and lovebirds. Hippos can also be spotted. It covers an area of 180 square km and an elevation of 1800m above sea level. You'll return to our camp, pack up, and depart for the drive via the Maasai town of Ewaso Nyiro to Maji Moto, a remote Maasai village. ‘Maji Moto’ is a Swahili word that means ‘hot water,’ and the place derives its name from the nearby hot springs. The Maasai people live as they have for centuries in a traditional and sophisticated culture. At this camp, you will be able to meet with your hosts, who will introduce you to a host of cultural activities that offer insight into their fascinating culture and lifestyle. During the school term, you’ll be able to visit the local school. in Maji Moto (Village) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Maji Moto (Village) Stay: Maji Moto Maasai Cultural Camp in Maji Moto (Village) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Maji Moto
In the morning, you'll hike up the Maji Moto hills led by local Maasai warriors as guides. As you walk, you cannot miss great sightings such as gazelle, impala, zebra, and wildebeest. You'll walk with Maasai warriors, learn about their culture, and make a traditional campfire. This is a short but one-of-a-kind, memorable safari experience. In the afternoon, you'll return to your camp. in Maji Moto (Village) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Maji Moto (Village) Stay: Maji Moto Maasai Cultural Camp in Maji Moto (Village) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Maji Moto-Nairobi
After bidding farewell to our Maasai hosts, you'll leave for the return journey to Nairobi with a drop-off at your hotel. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Impact Adventure Travel
4.8 operator rating
Impact Adventure Travel is about small group and individual travel to pristine sites in East Africa that enriches the understanding of local ecological and cultural environments, promotes economic empowerment of the local people and safeguards the integrity of the natural environment. Our itineraries are thoughtfully designed to step lightly and give back to the local people. Our destinations include Mount Kenya, Samburu, the Great Rift Valley, Lake Victoria, Masai Mara, western Kenya etc
Office In
Kenya
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 1998)
Tour Types
Small & medium group tours (Mid-range & luxury)
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 10 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Camp Carnelley's - Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Impact Adventure Travel, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Impact Adventure Travel.
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