Hells gate is one of only two kenyan national parks in which you are free to leave your vehicle and explore the park on foot the park is home a variety of wildlife unusual plant life and over 130 species of birds the park has dramatic scenery with looming cliffs gorges and basalt columns to explore zebras baboons and gazelles are common sights while more exotic cheetahs leopards and ostrich are occasionally encountered after spending some time looking for wildlife break for lunch