Add this extension to any of our other safaris. Enjoy two days of motorcycle riding in Kenya. Starting in the low traffic neighbourhood of Karen in Nairobi, you will take low traffic roads out of town. Your experienced guide will ride with you and tailor the route to your skill level. Enjoy spectacular views of the Rift Valley before descending into the valley floor. Paved roads or dirt road riding options to Lake Naivasha. Relax at the lodge, and try a massage to loosen up. The next day, ride through Longonot park and Hell's Gate park, where zebra and antelope still roam free. Return to Nairobi or leave your motorcycle to our local team to trailer back to Nairobi - as you continue your safari in a van or 4x4. Rental equipment is available locally (helmet, boots, pads, jacket) in medium and large size. Provide advance notice for other sizes.

Kensington Tours has its own offices in Nairobi, Kenya, and Arusha, Tanzania (click on the KT Nairobi video). We also have our own tented camps (www.kensingtoncamps.com). Our prices include the support of our own dedicated team on the ground! Another reason we deliver unbeatable value.

Naivasha is one of our favorite places to pause on safari. Lush, cool and relaxing, it is a beautiful freshwater lake, fringed by thick papyrus. The lake is almost 13 km across but its waters are shallow and thick with hippo. Hell'sGateNational Park,LongonotNational ParkandMountLongonotare nearby attractions. Boat tours on the lake are popular to observe birdlife and hippopotamus behavior, or exploreCrescentIslandon foot.

Ride north on newly paved road onto the Rift Valley escarpment. A breathtaking view of the great valley greets you, along with a stop at the famous rift souvenir stands. Descend to the valley floor and nearby Lake Naivasha famous for its hippos. Three hours, moderate skill (traffic). Optional dirt or cross country trails for more advanced riders.

The Simba Lodge is situated not far from Nairobi, surrounded by gardens on the serene Lake Naivasha. Its 70 rooms are spacious and pleasantly decorated to fit in with the light, earthy and calm surroundings. Dining is an all around pleasant experience, where one may choose their favorites and make new discoveries at the wide buffet. Traditional and international cuisine is offered, as well as curries, which are popular with the locals. Hell’s Gate is not far, and there are plenty of activities such as cycling and rock climbing there. Otherwise, take a boat ride or nature walk.

Overnight at Simba.

A highlight day of offroad riding. Start along the paved road along Lake Naivasha and then enter the Hell's Gate national park, famous for its geothermal activity and sheer cliffs. One of the few parks that allows walking and riding. Continue to Mount Longonot, an extinct volcano with preserved caldera. Ride onto the cool slopes and picnic with spectacular views. Descend onto the floor of the Great Rift Valley and ride amidst herds of zebra, antelope and giraffe. Return to Naivasha.

Sign up for optional activities on-site. Activities include Crescent Island boat tour, hiking and day trip excursions to Mt Longonot and Hell's Gate, or simply walk along the lakeshore and relax at your lodge.

*Activity fees vary and are paid on-site to the lodge and/or park authority.

Overnight at Simba.

Enjoy a day of motorcycle riding with spectacular views of the Rift Valley. Starting in the low traffic Nairobi suburbs and onto scenic side roads, you will be accompanied by an experienced motorcycle instructor. (Helmet, boots and other equipment available for rent).

Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Depart from Nairobi international airport - end of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart.