The famous gate to 'hell'

Another unique feature located on the northern tip of Hell's Gate National Park is the Olkaria Geothermal Spa, a series of geothermal pools made possible by the presence of hot water geysers and hot springs.

The water that flows into the geothermal spa is all natural with no treatments or additives and is rich with several natural minerals. To keep the temperatures of the swimming lagoon user-friendly, there are geothermal technicians who are constantly monitoring the lagoon temperatures.

The all-natural spa features beautiful azure blue waters heated by the Earth's geothermal activity, sun loungers, and a restaurant which makes this the perfect spot to relax and recuperate after cycling or hiking in the park.

Owing to the geothermal activities in this area, Kenya is currently developing the largest geothermal plant in the world named Olkaria VI, within Hell's Gate National Park. The East African country is the world's seventh biggest producer of geothermal energy owing to its geography and the geothermal activities in areas like Hell's Gate National Park.

Spectacular experience

Maya Bilhana, a keen cyclist and Nepalese tourist, who visited the park said: "Once I got into the park, I was soon so blown away by the scenery that it was easy to forget about the cycling. In fact, being able to cycle alone through these incredible valleys and rock formations, surrounded by animals in a vast and silent landscape was a truly spectacular experience.

"I do not know if I can really explain how it felt to be here. The stillness and the silence were really striking. There were occasional cars and mostly just long, dusty roads and animals quietly watching you while grazing in the distance, and the occasional shriek from an eagle circling the cliffs was the only sound for miles. It was majestic, and magical, and indescribable all at once," the student from Nepal added.