Timeline
18:04
Check the route to Hells Gate National Park and arrive early enough to secure entry before the crowds.
18:19
Walk into the park and head toward the canyon. The absence of dangerous animals allows you to explore on foot or by bike. Enjoy the impressive landscape descent as the golden light begins to fade.
18:49
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The sky darkens over the canyon as the day ends.
19:19
Finish your walk by observing the local wildlife. Keep an eye out for zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, warthogs, and the various endemic species of birds and insects that call this park home.
Local tip
Since there are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate context for Hells Gate National Park, bring your own water and snacks. Check the route for transport options if you do not have a private vehicle.
Check before you go
- Hells Gate National Park is open for day visits.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 18:49 local time.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Nairobi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).