Naivasha is a town in Nakuru county situated north west of Nairobi and located along the shores of Lake Naivasha where its name originates. The name Naivasha is said to have originated from the local Maasai word Enaiposha, which means ‘That which heaves’, a common Maasai word for large bodies of water enough to have wave action when it is windy or stormy.
Top Tourist Attractions in Naivasha
Naivasha is a popular tourist destination offering attractions such as;
- Hell’s Gate National Park (Main Locations for the lion King)
- Olkaria Geothermal Spa
- Mount Longonot
- Crescent Island
- Lake Oloiden
- Mai Mahiu Catholic Church
Important Information for Guests Visiting Lake Naivasha
Hell’s Gate National Park Entry Fees
EAST AFRICAN CITIZEN (KSH)
- Adult – 500
- Child – 250
RESIDENT (KSH)
- Adult – 675
- Child – 350
NON-RESIDENT (USD)
- Adult – 50
- Child – 25
AFRICAN CITIZEN (USD)
- Adult – 20
- Child – 10
Mount Longonot National Park Entry Fees
Citizen
- Adults – KSH 300
- Child – KSH 215
Resident
- Adult – KSH 300
- Child – KSH 215
Non-Resident
- Adult – USD 26
- Child – USD 17
