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The Great Rift Valley View Point
The Great Rift Valley View Point is located near Limuru, Kenya, on the eastern edge of the Great Rift Valley. It is a classic scenic stopover on the way from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha, Nakuru, or Masai Mara. Driving northwest out of Nairobi, tea plantations and pine forests stretch across the highlands, suddenly stopping here as the land drops sharply to the west—standing on the edge of the cliff over 2,000 m high, the Great Rift Valley from your geography textbook lies beneath your feet: the valley floor is wide and flat, with the distinct outline of Mount Longonot directly ahead, its summit featuring a forest-covered crater; when the weather is clear, Lake Naivasha to the northwest glimmers with a silver light; the plains to the south stretch all the way toward Masai Mara, offering an incredibly expansive view. This rift zone, known as the "scar of the Earth," was shaped by long-term crustal movements. In a broad sense, it extends north to the Jordan Valley in Western Asia and south to Mozambique, stretching thousands of km and branching into eastern and western sections. The section running through Kenya spans approx. 800 km, is tens of km wide and hundreds of m deep, with a remarkably clear outline. It happens to intersect with the equator that crosses the country, splitting the land in two, which is why Kenya is known as the "East African Cross." Some geologists speculate that in the distant future, the African continent may split in two along this rift. Standing on the viewing platform is like standing on the edge of a continent that is slowly tearing apart. After leaving the viewing platform, the road winds down the steep cliff to the valley floor and continues toward Lake Naivasha.Limuru Town. · 14.9 km from Kijabe
Hells Gate National Park
Hells Gate National Park is located in the Great Rift Valley of Kenya, south of Lake Naivasha, approx. two hours' drive from Nairobi, and was established in 1984. Its name comes from European explorers who arrived in 1883: facing the narrow and deep gorge passage between cliffs, they felt it was like a gate to hell. The creative team of the animated film "The Lion King" made a special trip here for inspiration, and the iconic rocky grassland landscape in the film was modeled after this place; "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider – The Cradle of Life" was also filmed on location here. The park was officially established in 1984, covering an area of 68.25 km. Stepping into the park, ochre-red sandstone canyons stand toweringFischer's TowerThe volcanic plug and central tower basalt columns cast geometric shadows in the morning light. The Ol Njorowa gorge trail winds through geothermal steam vents, where sulfur springs share warm streams with African buffalo, and a 5 km-long rift fault zone exposes volcanic rock layers. The gas pipelines of the geothermal power plant form a surreal industrial-natural tableau with zebra herds, while the abandoned Olkaria geothermal station now serves as a vulture habitat. This park is one of the few reserves in East Africa that allows hiking and cycling exploration. Hiking enthusiasts can follow designated routes to deeply experience nature's marvels. Professional photography teams are stationed in the canyon fissure area, where midday sunlight penetrates the rock walls to create the "hell's light" spectacle. The eco camping area is equipped with geothermal shower facilities, and at night, visitors can observe the unique "stellar color palette" phenomenon specific to the rift zone.Naivasha · 31.9 km from Kijabe
Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha is located on the floor of the Great Rift Valley in Kenya, in the highlands northwest of Nairobi, at an altitude of approx. 1,900m. The lake's name comes from the Maasai language, meaning rough water, named for the way the water rises during storms. While most lakes in the Rift Valley are alkaline, this is a rare freshwater lake due to the rivers that flow into it year-round. The lakeshore is surrounded by dense papyrus and acacia forests, with lush vegetation, making it a home for birds and hippos. Boat tours are a classic way to experience the lake. On the water, you can often see hippos poking their ears and nostrils above the surface, and in the evening, they come ashore in groups to graze. The lake is home to hundreds of bird species. Pelicans, pied kingfishers, and various other kingfishers are everywhere. A signature sight here is the boatman whistling and tossing fish to attract fish eagles, which then swoop down to snatch them from the water's surface. Crescent Island, a crescent-shaped island in the lake, has no predators, allowing you to get off the boat and walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and waterbucks—this is one of the few places in Kenya where you can go on a walking safari. The area around the lake is also dotted with rose greenhouses, making it a major production area for fresh-cut flowers in Kenya and a popular vacation spot for locals.Naivasha · 31.7 km from Kijabe
The Forest Adventure Centre and Restaurant
Lari · 6.8 km from Kijabe
Watamu Boat Rides Naivasha
Watamu Boat Rides Naivasha is a water-based activity to get close to Lake Naivasha: take a small boat into the lake area to experience the lake views and wildlife of theGreat Rift Valleyfrom the water. Lake Naivasha is located at the bottom of the rift valley and is a rare freshwater lake in the rift zone, with shores surrounded by vast papyrus and acacia forests; the name "Naivasha" originates from the Maasai language, meaning "rough water" or "turbulent water," named for the lake's tendency to swell during storms. During the boat ride, hippos often move slowly across the water, revealing only their small ears and nostrils. They may look lazy, but they should not be underestimated; the boatman will guide visitors to observe them while maintaining a safe distance. The moment an African fish eagle catches its prey is a highlight of the trip: the guide tosses a small fish, and the eagle swoops down from the air to snatch it from the water in one fluid motion. The lake area is home to hundreds of bird species; water birds like pelicans, kingfishers, and cormorants often appear by the boat, so birdwatching and photography enthusiasts should bring telephoto equipment. The route often heads toward Crescent Island in the lake—one of the filming locations for the movie "Out of Africa"—where you can see giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, and wildebeests grazing leisurely on the grassy slopes from across the water. This area is also an important flower-producing region in Kenya, and the scattered greenhouse flower fields along the lakeshore add a unique pastoral landscape to the boat trip.Naivasha · 28.2 km from Kijabe
Nairobi National Park
Nairobi National Park is located approx. 7 km south of downtown Nairobi, west of the A104 highway. This 120-square-km tropical savanna and woodland was designated as a national park as early as 1946, 17 years before Kenya's independence in 1963, making it Africa's first wildlife park - Nairobi National Park. Nairobi National Park is also a true wildlife park located within a national capital.Nairobi · 56.2 km from Kijabe
National Museum of Kenya
The National Museum of Kenya is a majestic building surrounded by greenery and lush foliage. There are quite a wide range of cultural and natural history exhibits. One of the main attractions of the museum is the author of "BornFree" (BornFree). The National Museum of Kenya is a magnificent building surrounded by greenery and lush foliage. There are quite a wide range of cultural and natural history exhibitions in the museum. One of the main attractions of the museum is the series of portraits of various Kenyan tribes depicted by the author of "Born Free" (BornFree) Joy Adamson, which delicately records the cultural diversity of Kenya. The upstairs exhibition hall features nearly a thousand species of birds and other taxidermy, as well as ethnographic exhibitions of various ethnic tribes in Kenya. Downstairs are Tanzania's rock art creations, an exhibition of primitive human fossils from Lake Turkana, and various geological exhibitions. The adjacent exhibition hall displays a variety of temporary exhibitions, including Kenya's Swahili Cultural Exhibition and South Asian Cultural Exhibition, and the Masai Mara Wildlife Exhibition. The museum garden is dotted with sculptures at random, and the inner courtyard has a fiberglass model the size of an elephant, imitating the elephant Ahmed. During the height of the poaching crisis in the 1980s, the replica elephant became a symbol of Kenya. The first floor of the National Museum of Kenya also houses the Contemporary East African Art Gallery, which is like an interesting cross-section of the contemporary art landscape.Nairobi · 43.3 km from Kijabe
Rift Valley View Point
Lari · 7.4 km from Kijabe
Giraffe Centre
Giraffe Centre was established by the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife in Nairobi and is dedicated to the conservation of the endangered Rothschild's giraffe. This giraffe is found only in the grasslands of Eastern Africa, and due to significant habitat loss, its wild population once dropped to fewer than 130. Starting with captive breeding and through decades of continuous effort, the Rothschild's giraffe population has gradually recovered and has been released into various national parks and reserves in Kenya. The core experience at the center is observing and feeding giraffes up close from an elevated wooden platform. Staff provide food pellets made of corn, wheat, and fodder, allowing visitors to hand-feed the giraffes or even experience a "giraffe kiss"—letting the giraffe take the food directly from their lips. In addition to the feeding interaction, the center features an information display area where visitors can learn about the conservation story of the Rothschild's giraffe and an overview of wildlife in Kenya through brief explanations. Furthermore, a nature trail of about 1.5 km is open to visitors, winding through the woodland to the Gogo River. Along the way, visitors can observe dozens of bird species and may even encounter small animals such as warthogs and dik-diks.Nairobi · 49.9 km from Kijabe
Mount Longonot National Park
Naivasha · 16.9 km from Kijabe
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What travelers say about Kijabe
juki235May 9, 2020
5.0
The Great Rift Valley of East Africa in Amboseli is definitely the most magnificent natural landscape in the world. It has formed a natural canyon more than 100 kilometers wide. It is home to dense forests and rich flora and fauna. It is definitely an important source of life on the African continent. The scenery here is magnificent and it is definitely a green lung on the African continent. It is well worth a visit.
The Great Rift Valley View Point
老肯小峰January 23, 2020
4.0
The name of this Hell's Gate is very loud, but the content inside is really ordinary. It's enough to go there once, and I won't want to go there a second time.
The road is steep, and if it weren't for the tour guide, it would be difficult for us to find the entrance.
Hells Gate National Park
长脸张少侠February 11, 2026
5.0
Lake Naivasha, Kenya 🇰🇪
Located within the Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha is one of Kenya's most beautiful freshwater lakes, often referred to as "the most beautiful lake in the Great Rift Valley," at an altitude of 1884 meters.
Take a boat trip to see hippos and waterbirds, and hike to Crescent Island to get up close to giraffes, zebras, and hippos.
Lake Naivasha
龙5253January 27, 2022
4.0
Lake Naivasha has a nice view. You can watch hippos and ospreys fishing while taking a boat on the lake. However, taking a boat is still dangerous. Once the hippos fight or get angry, they may capsize the boat! Therefore, local boat trips are not long and are done while paddling to avoid hippos.
Watamu Boat Rides Naivasha
Lo1aaaOctober 17, 2026
5.0
Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪 — Where the Wild Meets the CityNairobi is one of Africa’s most fascinating capitals — a vibrant city where modern skyscrapers rise above a landscape of wild savannah, wildlife roams just beyond the city center, and African culture blends with cosmopolitan energy.Known as the “Green City in the Sun,” Nairobi offers a rare experience: you can watch giraffes and zebras against a backdrop of skyscrapers, explore lively markets, taste authentic Kenyan cuisine, and use the city as a gateway to some of the world's most spectacular safaris.
Nairobi National Park
Explorer001October 20, 2023
4.0
Beautiful artifacts. Great place for tourists. This was my first stop in Nairobi. For a work day, it was so crowded but I totally enjoyed the experience.
National Museum of Kenya
_TS***4kJune 17, 2025
5.0
A 10/10 experience!Went there with my family a wholesome experience for the whole family,the guides are quite helpful,smooth ticketing,orderly movement within the centre❤️
Giraffe Centre