Lake Magadi One Day Excursion.

Lake Magadi One-Day Excursion

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Departs from Nairobi – 7:30 AM | Returns by Evening

Escape the city and journey into Kenya’s dramatic Great Rift Valley for a memorable one-day adventure to Lake Magadi, home to natural hot springs, unique wildlife, and fascinating prehistoric heritage.

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🛣 Tour Overview

Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi residence, hotel, or the airport. We head south through the scenic outskirts of the city, toward the famous Ngong Hills, made iconic in Karen Blixen’s Out of Africa. Along the way, we make a brief stop at the Kona Baridi viewpoint to enjoy panoramic views and capture photos of the breathtaking Great Rift Valley. We then descend into the arid lowlands, arriving mid-morning at the Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site a renowned archaeological site where early human tools and fossils were discovered. Enjoy a guided tour and learn about the region's fascinating prehistoric past.

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🌋Explore Lake Magadi

After the tour, we continue our drive through Magadi Town, passing by the Lake Magadi Soda Company, before entering the Lake Magadi Reserve. We proceed to the hot springs, where you’ll enjoy: A refreshing soak in the mineral-rich hot alkaline waters (if temperatures allow). A picnic lunch by the lake Leisurely walks along the salt flats and shoreline Bird watching  including the famous pink flamingos and other waterbirds. Locals believe that the natural hot springs have healing properties, particularly beneficial for skin ailments like eczema and rashes. After a soak, your skin feels soft and smooth,  although it may turn temporarily chalky white from the natural salts.

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🛖Cultural Experience with the Maasai

Meet your local Maasai guide and engage with members of the Maasai community, who use the lake regularly for swimming and cultural rituals. Learn about their traditional lifestyle and connection to the land in this authentic cultural interaction.

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✅ What's Included

• Return transport from Nairobi in a 7-seater custom safari van with open rooftop

• Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide

• Entry fees to Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site and Lake Magadi Reserve

• Local Maasai guide and cultural interaction

• Picnic lunch by the lake

• Bottled mineral water during the tour

• Pre-tour itinerary document

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❌ What's Not Included

• Domestic and international airfares and airport departure taxes

• Personal travel insurance

• Tips and gratuities

• Alcoholic and soft beverages (excluding provided bottled water)

• Laundry services and personal items

• Between-meal snacks or extra excursions not included in the itinerary

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🎒 What to Bring

• Sunhat and sunscreen

• Swimming gear and towel

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Reusable water bottle or extra drinking water

• Light jacket or fleece (for early mornings or cool evenings)

• Camera and binoculars

• Any personal medications

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🌟 Tour Highlights

• Scenic drive through the Ngong Hills and Great Rift Valley

• Visit to Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site – a world-renowned archaeological location

• Soak in the natural hot springs of Lake Magadi (optional, weather dependent)

• Spectacular birdwatching – including large flocks of flamingos

• Authentic Maasai cultural experience with local community interaction

• Perfect for nature lovers, history buffs, and day-trippers seeking a unique escape

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This full-day adventure blends breathtaking natural beauty, rich culture, and ancient history, all within a day’s journey from Nairobi. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups looking to explore off the beaten path.