Kenya · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Kenya is a long country and every trip runs one day short. These 15 cruises & boat tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes.
Review of a Nairobi day trip to Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate, with a boat safari, 16 km bike ride, gorge walk, costs, and practical tips.
“Really cool day trip.. Driver was extremely helpful and friendly..”
Review of Mombasa’s private Kisite cruise, with dolphins, snorkeling, Swahili food, Wasini Island, and Shimoni Slave Caves.
“My tour guide was Francis. He was so amazing. The transport was a bit uncomfortable and over speeding but with amazing staff. Overall it was a beautiful activity”
Escape Nairobi for Hell’s Gate by bike, walk among dramatic cliffs, then add a Lake Naivasha boat ride for wildlife and birds.
“The acces to the Valley have been closed for five years! Its nowhere to be found in the advertising- you even see pictures from the bottom of the canyon- closed for five years now and no signs of opening the years to come”
Review of a private Nairobi day trip to Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, with rhinos, birds, Rift Valley views, and an optional boat ride.
“it was an excellent experience in our lifetime. The guide was too good and he showed us everything, he was a truly knowledgeable person and knew lot of about the park and also boating was amazing.”
Cycle through Hell’s Gate, walk its gorges, and spot hippos on Lake Naivasha with this affordable Nairobi day trip.
“High-quality company. Our guide Mr. Kazungu was early at pick up. He was very well informed and gave us good tips on our trip. Safe comfortable drive in a clean car. Had a very enjoyable trip. The bicycle rental was well organized and quick tRead more”
Review of a private Nairobi day tour to Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, with flamingos, wildlife, hippos, a boat ride, costs, and tips.
“I loved seeing all the animals! It was such a great time. Festus Kazungu was our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable about the park and animals. He was also very kind and warm. He absolutely made the tour!”
Cycle beside zebras and giraffes at Hell’s Gate, then add a Lake Naivasha boat ride for hippos, birds, and Rift Valley views.
“Highly recommend! Hell's Gate was an incredible experience. Our driver Calvin and guide Frank were very knowledgeable and accommodating. Everything was well organized. The cycling and hike were worth it. The lake was a bit overpriced, but you can see the hippos and birds.”
Review of Diani Beach’s $42 glass boat trip to Robinson Island, with snorkeling, tuk tuk pickup, reef viewing, sandbank swimming, and practical tips.
“Florence was the best. We had missed the message re the pick up time but she messaged us again and waited for us and contacted the skipper to wait for us. A perfect day with a wonderful crew. Tobias was our snorkeling guide and showed us a wonderful array of the reef life. Glass bottomed boat gave great views of the sea bed and the captain fed the fish beneath it to attract them. Amazing. Highly recommend”
Review of Diani’s Kongo River Estuary sundowner, with mangroves, birdwatching, village visit, tuk tuk transport, and sunset views.
“It was so great, captain Abdul was the best and Florence the other guide so kind I will never forget this experience”
Hike Mount Longonot, see the Great Rift Valley, and add a Lake Naivasha boat ride on this private day trip from Nairobi.
“Our guides were wonderful, the Mount Longonot experience was fantastic. Lake Naivasha was definitely worth it.”
Review of a private Kisite Marine Park boat tour from Malindi with dolphins, snorkeling, Swahili breakfast, seafood lunch, and Wasini Island.
“This was not our favorite snorkeling experience. To start, it was not clear to me that the driver was not the guide, but only a taxi basically - he picked us up and took us to and from the marine park. He did ride with us on the boat, but was not very friendly. We went out on a rRead more”
Cycle past giraffes and zebras at Hell's Gate, hike Ol Jorowa Gorge, then cruise Lake Naivasha for hippos, birds, and views.
“The tour was great! We had a great time with Reagan as our guide! He even bought us waters which we really appreciated!”
Review of Diani Beach’s $35 glass-bottom boat trip to Robinson Island, with snorkeling, a captain’s fish show, tuk-tuk pickup, and practical tips.
“Tina picked us up from our hotel and we travelled to the departure area in our tuk tuk. Great trip and Tina stayed with us for the whole experience We loved it and thank you”
Glide along Diani’s Kongo River by wooden canoe, watch mangroves and birds, and catch a peaceful sunset with hotel transport included.
“Retki oli aika mitään sanomaton. Joella ei ole juurikaan nähtävää ja auringonlaskukaan ei ollut kovin kummallinen. Kuljetus oli järjestetty tuk tukilla, jossa meitä oli yhteensä 6hlöä (!). En menisi uudestaan.”
Review of a Nairobi day trip to Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, with rhinos, flamingos, hippos, Rift Valley views, costs, and practical tips.
“The Lake Nakuru and Naivasha tour was amazing. We saw lots of wildlife and made great use of our time. Our driver, Titus, was very friendly and always willing to help. It’s definitely worth it, and I would recommend it to everyone. Thank you!”
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