Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha
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julie B
Devizes, UK657 contributions
Jan 2022
We enjoyed an hours boat ride on this vast lake. We were fortunate to see hippos, and plenty of birds and across the lake on the Island other animals. The guide treated us to throwing a fish up in the air for the eagles to come and catch, which was a great experience.
The only thing that let this down, was across the lake near where the animals were- plastic bottles in the water. Also a heron with a fishing net caught in its bill.
Surely in order to keep this lake beautiful it shouldnt take much for the locals /guides to occasionally go round and collect the rubbish.
The only thing that let this down, was across the lake near where the animals were- plastic bottles in the water. Also a heron with a fishing net caught in its bill.
Surely in order to keep this lake beautiful it shouldnt take much for the locals /guides to occasionally go round and collect the rubbish.
Written 17 February 2022
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Joseph F
North Lauderdale, FL40 contributions
Aug 2021
Spent about one hour on a boat "safari" on Lake Naivasha. Unfortunately, it was rainy out that morning, but that didn't change how great the tour was. You're not likely to get that close to wild hippos in their own habitat. However, there were some interesting birds, including a lot of eagles. There were also some four-legged creatures on the shores. The lake area was also the sight for filming portions of the movies Born Free, Living Free and Out of Africa. Definitely take the boat tour. Hopefully you'll have a sunny day.
Written 4 September 2021
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Reubenkimani
Nairobi, Kenya146 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
The lake is lovely, you can enjoy boat rides, see hippos. The lake of late has seen an increase in the water levels. Most of the hotels front the lake. Great place for a family or business picnic.
Written 13 September 2020
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leirachelle
South Jordan, UT32 contributions
Aug 2022
Our boat ride on the lake looked a little sketchy at first, but we ended up having a lovely time. There was rain in the distance but we were lucky to get in our ride before it rained on our side of the lake. Was the only place in Kenya where we saw flamingoes. The variety of birdlife was crazy. Especially loved the eagles.
Written 26 August 2022
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CFEIII
Center, TX5,800 contributions
Aug 2020
Spent a half a day here enjoying a boat ride on the lake and a visit to Crescent Island. It was a sunshine day on the lake and it felt great. The Island was pretty neat, water bucks, giraffes, zebras, gazelles, impalas, They filmed part of Out of Africa here and the animals are descendants of some of those animals. A very relaxing day!
Written 16 August 2020
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amanda0968
Annan, UK363 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Enjoyed a boat trip out in Lake naivasha with an experienced guide. Lots of Hippos in the water some very close to our boat 😁 so not for the faint hearted. Beautiful scenery, we sailed back in at sunset which was stunning. Well worth visiting
Written 26 April 2020
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Penny H
9 contributions
Oct 2022
Had 2 wonderful boat trips on Lake Naivasha. Saw so many water birds and many, many hippos. Even watched the boatmen enticing fish eagles to pick up fish, which they had thrown into the water. A beautiful sight.
Written 31 October 2022
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Pathway safaris - Kenya
Malindi, Kenya625 contributions
Oct 2018 • Business
Always opt for a boat ride at Lake Naivasha Crescent Island, famous for the movies,'Out of Africa, Born Free' among others. Various wildlife brought to the majestic Island in 1980s, explore the lake and see hippos, Giraffes, Water-buck, Zebras and variety of Bird species including the Fish Eagle, Cormorants, Ibis, Herons, Marabou Stock among others
Written 27 February 2019
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Lutchmee M
Ladysmith, South Africa1,249 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Beautiful stunning lake views are mesmerizing. Worth the boat ride.
Large variety of birds and hippos.
Nice place to view sunset
Large variety of birds and hippos.
Nice place to view sunset
Written 10 January 2020
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Melanie E
Auckland Central, New Zealand142 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
We went on a boat ride. To our surprise we saw a large group of hippos within the first few minutes. We saw other hippos along the way too. We were dropped off at Crescent Island for a guided tour. As we'd seen all the animals on previous safaris it wasn't that exciting, but our guide John was interesting. Then it was back on the boat for a return trip admiring hippos once again.
Written 7 October 2019
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영명 김
Busan, South Korea
Is there any way to naibasha from nairobi airport directly?
Written 31 October 2022
What is the best place to put into my GPS for a day trip to the lake?
Additionally, would there be any issues if I went on a Sunday (shops closed, etc)?
Written 30 December 2019
Just put Naivasha into your satnav. It will tale you to the town.
A lot of shops are closed on Sundays so it depends what you want to do. The boat trips offered at many locations will still be available.
Written 31 December 2019
Где можно купить билет на лодку по озеру Найваша?
Written 22 October 2019
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