Hell's Gate: Biking safari with guide & private transport

Summary

Biking through Hell’s Gate: wildlife, laughter, and dusty trails

You’ll pedal through Hell’s Gate National Park with a local guide, spotting giraffes, buffaloes, and impalas up close on your biking safari. Expect private transport from Nairobi, bike rental included, plus plenty of laughs and real moments with wildlife you won’t soon forget.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t look the buffalo in the eye,” our guide David joked as we wobbled past a herd — I think he was half-serious, but it made us all laugh and loosen up. Hell’s Gate National Park is only about two hours from Nairobi, but it felt like another planet: red cliffs, giraffes just… standing there, chewing, watching us pedal by. The air had this dry, mineral smell — not unpleasant, just different from city air. My legs were already complaining before we even reached the first little gorge (I’m not exactly Tour de France material), but David kept an easy pace and pointed out impalas darting between acacias. He knew every shortcut and stopped for every question — even the silly ones.

I didn’t expect to get so close to the animals. There’s no fence between you and them on this biking safari in Hell’s Gate; at one point a zebra crossed right in front of me and I almost forgot to brake. The sun was sharp but not unbearable — bring water though, seriously. We took a break near some rocks where you could hear birds arguing overhead (or maybe flirting? hard to tell). David told us stories about Maasai herders who still live nearby; he waved at a couple of kids who waved back shyly. It felt good to be moving under my own steam instead of stuck in a van.

The last stretch was mostly downhill (thank god), wind in my face and dust everywhere — I probably looked ridiculous but didn’t care anymore. We finished with tired legs and dusty smiles, piling into the van for the ride back. I still think about that moment when everything went quiet except for the crunch of tires on gravel and some distant animal calls — kind of peaceful in its own wild way.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hells Gate National Park Safari

• Explore Hell's Gate National Park: sceneries, gorges, buffaloes, giraffes, impalas

Top questions

How far is Hell's Gate National Park from Nairobi?

It's about two hours by car from Nairobi to Hell's Gate National Park.

Is bike rental included in the tour?

Yes, biking rental is included as part of your day trip.

Do I need to be very fit for this biking safari?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness for this tour.

What animals can I see during the biking safari?

You might spot buffaloes, giraffes, impalas, zebras, and various birds inside Hell's Gate National Park.

Is transportation to Hell’s Gate included?

Private transportation is included in your booking for this tour.

Are there guides on the biking safari?

Yes, you'll have a local guide leading your biking safari through Hell's Gate.

Can I get there by public transport if needed?

Public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer not to use private transport.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation to and from Hell’s Gate National Park, all parking fees covered, plus your bike rental for exploring the park alongside a knowledgeable local guide.