Cycling and biking tours in Kenya
Kenya is one of few safari countries where you can cycle among wild animals. Hell's Gate is the classic ride.
In Hell's Gate National Park you ride a bicycle past zebra, giraffe, buffalo and gazelle, between red cliffs and the volcanic plug of Fischer's Tower, then walk down into the Ol Njorowa Gorge with a guide. It is 2 hours from Nairobi and combines well with a Lake Naivasha boat ride.
Hell's Gate cycling at a glance
| Distance from Nairobi | About 90 km, roughly 2 hours |
|---|---|
| Route | Buffalo Circuit, about 8 km one way from Elsa Gate to the ranger station. Easy out, uphill back |
| Park fee | USD 50 per non-resident adult. EA citizen KES 500, resident KES 675 |
| Cycling fee | USD 10 non-resident, KES 300 for local visitors |
| Bike hire | About KES 1,000 to 2,000. E-bikes cost more |
| Gorge guide | Mandatory, about KES 3,000. The gorge closes after heavy rain |
| Also here | Fischer's Tower climbing, Olkaria geothermal spa, about KES 1,200 |
Full park guide: Hell's Gate National Park. Ride as part of the 5-Day Mara, Nakuru and Naivasha Safari.
Sources
Checked 6 October 2026. Third-party prices are typical market rates; your written quote confirms the exact figure.
Questions
Can you cycle in a Kenyan national park?
Yes. Hell's Gate National Park allows cycling among wildlife.
How much is bike hire at Hell's Gate?
About KES 1,000 to 2,000, plus a cycling fee of USD 10 for non-residents.
Is the Hell's Gate gorge walk safe?
With the mandatory guide, yes. The gorge closes when flash floods are possible.
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