Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
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With the discovery of Iron Age and Neolithic artifacts on this spot, paleontologists Louis and Mary Leakey unlocked thrilling mysteries to Kenya’s ancient prehistory.
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Claudio G
Sicily, Italy19 contributions
Aug 2021
Difficult to reach by car by google maps becasue it will make you pass through a very bad road.
It has been the surprise in Nakuru. I strongly advice to hire the guide because without one you will spend 5 minutes in the museum and enjoy nothing at all.
There is the history of the place, the animals and trail that leads you a romantic and breathtaking view of the area.
Very pleasant experience!
It has been the surprise in Nakuru. I strongly advice to hire the guide because without one you will spend 5 minutes in the museum and enjoy nothing at all.
There is the history of the place, the animals and trail that leads you a romantic and breathtaking view of the area.
Very pleasant experience!
Written September 26, 2021
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VISWESWARA
Bengaluru (Bangalore), India261 contributions
Mar 2014 • Family
A must visit place, if you are in Nakuru. We get an amazing view of the lake and the wild life from the top. Tourist has to be cautious of the baboons, which don't hesitate attacking the humans, if they get to know of food. Some of the Baboons had even entered our vehicle to sntch the bag of food.
Written February 25, 2015
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Matex T
Nakuru, Kenya2 contributions
Apr 2014 • Family
The Hyrax hill museum exhibition was great, well worth the entrance fee. The Museum is free otherwise and is worth a visit.
Written May 7, 2014
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Kenneth G
Nakuru, Kenya16 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
I do not like Museums! But, I have visited this one on 3 occasions. It's small, interesting, and has a very hospitable Staff.
I've taken Students, grade 3 - 6, and they've enjoyed. I've taken Secondary Students, and they've enjoyed.
The setting is tranquil, and the pace of the Tour is comfortable. They also give Visitors the option meandering around the Grounds.
Anyone interested in dendrology or xylology could really enhance this site. Most, 98%, of the plant life here is unidentified.
I've taken Students, grade 3 - 6, and they've enjoyed. I've taken Secondary Students, and they've enjoyed.
The setting is tranquil, and the pace of the Tour is comfortable. They also give Visitors the option meandering around the Grounds.
Anyone interested in dendrology or xylology could really enhance this site. Most, 98%, of the plant life here is unidentified.
Written February 13, 2019
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Jeelan A
Perth, Australia100 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
great place to stop for lunch or getting out and stretching the legs. The Rock hyrax's can help pass the time, as can the views of the lake. In peak season, the entire lake boundary has a solid pink border around it - courtesy of the some 2 million flamingoes that regularly gather at this lake.
Written December 7, 2014
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Robley G
Nairobi Region, Kenya3 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
The view at the top of the hill is sublime. You get to see Nakuru in its entirety and the lake too. The guide was nice too.
Written November 1, 2018
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evalynek2015
Switzerland29 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
nice excursion with the family and friends to learn more about the various available species.... we met the old tortoise, over 100 years i guess...
Written February 8, 2017
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James G
Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya15 contributions
Aug 2013 • Friends
i loved the reception and the guide..what i didnt like was the entrance to the place..the entrance was very deserted and without a good guide its easy to loose you track..all in all the place is full of history
Written September 16, 2013
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gerardlee
Sydney, Australia78 contributions
Jan 2012
During our last game drive at Lake Nakuru we visited Hyrax Hill. This was the first time I had ever heard of an animal such as the Rock Hyrax and got to see a few of them. We went to the top of the hill which had fantastic views over the lake. Did you know that that Lake Nakuru National Park is 180sq km of which the lake alone is 50sq km? Lots of baboons on the hill at the viewpoint which also has a 100m trail (which I did not go down). Clean toilets also were there for use on the hill. Great photo opportunity as well. Was very impressed with the Rock Hyrax that looks like a large rodent....sure footed and delightful to see them run around the steep edges of the cliff. Worth a visit when at the national park.
Written January 10, 2012
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edenmwash101
3 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Its was among the best and most magical places you can visit in Nakuru. Its high enough to see the whole area beneath your feet
Written March 29, 2020
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