Crescent Island Day Trip with Boat Ride from Nairobi

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

A Crescent Island Day Trip with a boat ride from Nairobi offers a rare combination of a scenic cruise on Lake Naivasha and a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, where guests can walk safely among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Unlike typical vehicle based safaris, this experience is intimate, less crowded, and highly immersive, allowing travelers to connect with nature on foot while gaining insider knowledge from local guides. Its easy access from Nairobi makes it perfect for those seeking an authentic, memorable wildlife adventure in just one day.

What's Included

Bottled water
Guided walking safari on Crescent Island
Round-trip transport in a safari van or 4x4 vehicle
Boat ride on Lake Naivasha
Crescent Island entry fees
Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Nairobi
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Tips and gratuities for guide/driver
Optional activities
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our driver guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby within Nairobi

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
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    Crescent Island Game Park

    A Crescent Island day trip with a boat ride from Nairobi typically begins with an early morning hotel pickup around 7:00 am, followed by a scenic drive northwest through the Great Rift Valley with a brief stop at a viewpoint for photos. After approximately 1.5 to 2 hours on the road, you arrive atLake Naivasha, where you board a small motorized boat for a guided cruise across the calm freshwater lake. During the boat ride, you may spot hippos submerged near the shoreline and a variety of birdlife, including African fish eagles and cormorants. The boat then takes you to Crescent Island, a private sanctuary known for its peaceful walking safaris. Once on the island, you enjoy a guided walking tour lasting about 1.5 to 2 hours, strolling across open grasslands alongside freely roaming wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, impalas, and wildebeests. GUide shares insights about the animals, bird species, and the ecosystem of the area.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gracepatt Ecotours Kenya

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
4WD Tours
Safaris
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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