Lake Naivasha

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"As you approach Lake Naivasha from Nairobi, the one-lane,potholed road risesand you are suddenly treated to a truly awesome view of the Great Rift Valleystretching outto the horizon. Shimmering within that vistaisLake Naivasha, a popular weekend destination for Nairobians. The lake itself is beautiful in a prehistoric-looking way, with wispy, jagged trees jutting up from the water and hippos bathing in the midday sun. Along the boggy shoreline, before thewater lilies and tropical grasses give way to the open water, it’s easyto imagine ancient creatureswriggling their way up onto landand eventually evolving into the first hominids. While in the area, explore Hell's Gate National Park andits gigantic gorge, take a boat trip on the lake in search of hippos, and get your fill of the freshly made pizzas at Camp Carnelley’s."

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