Kenya National Parks in Africa | National Parks in Kenya, Africa

 

Kenya national parks are the most famous tourist destinations in Kenya offering amazing safari experiences in the country.

Kenya has the highest number of the best national parks in Africa, that is 23 recorded national parks, all managed by the Kenya Wildlife Service.

While in the national parks, be ready to discover the abundant wildlife safari animals ranging from the common or the endangered species. These various tour destinations will allow you to have an authentic experience in their wild plains.

Although not a national park, Maasai Mara Wildlife Reserve is the most renowned Kenyan safari destination because it harbors the migration of the Wildebeests.

However, the Kenyan National Parks are one of the many safari destination places to go to for your amazing experiences.

Be ready to also discover the big five, various bird species, and plant species, among others in these best national parks.

Below, we discuss Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s star safari destination, especially for the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Masai Mara National Reserve 

The Masai Mara National Reserve is an amazing safari destination in Africa found in the South West. Maasai Mara National Park protects about 95 mammal species and over 570 bird species.

However, the protected area is eminent for harboring the Great Migration which is known to be one of the natural wonders on earth. More than a million Wildebeests move from and to Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and Kenya’s Maasai Mara.

The most beautiful experiences occur when the animals are crossing the Mara River, first reluctant to cross due to the crocodile-infested waters. Even when they manage to cross, they have to navigate the high number of Lions in the Mara plains.

The best time to enjoy this experience in the park is between July to October when the animals move across the Mara River.

Knowledgeable guides will lead you through the plains and introduce you to these beautiful experiences that reveal various ways of protecting the animals in the Mara ecosystem.

Below is a list of all the national parks in the Kenyan nation

1.     Mount Kenya National Park 2.     Ol Donyo Sabuk NP 3.     Amboseli National Park 4.     Ndere Island NP 5.     South Island NP 6.     Mount Longonot NP 7.     Arabuko Sokoke NP 8.     Saiwa Swamp NP 9.     Mount Elgon NP 10.            Sibiloi NP 11.            Meru NP

12.            Ruma NP 13.            Lake Nakuru National Park 14.            Central Island NP 15.            Tsavo West National Park 16.            Tsavo East National Park 17.            Marsabit NP 18.            Kora NP 19.            Nairobi National Park 20.            Aberdare National Park 21.            Chyulu Hills NP 22.            Hell’s Gate National Park 23.            Malka Mari National Park

 

Let us look at the uniqueness of each of these tour destinations.

1. Mount Kenya National Park

This protected area was created in 1949 with the major goal of protecting Mount Kenya, the abundant wildlife, and the neighboring nature or the environment. It was a reserve before it was established as a NP.

This destination was also declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in April 1978 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.

It covers an area of 715 square kilometers and the forest has an area of 705 square kilometers. This makes the whole area to be around 1,420 square kilometers.

Climbers enjoy the breathtaking sight of the mountain’s summit as they climb it to its top. The lunar-like appearances provide it with an amazing trekking experience on top of the hikes.

There is also a rich wildlife safari experience to have as you watch Monkeys, Black and White Colobus Monkeys, Elephants, and Cape Buffaloes, among others.

2. Ol Donyo Sabuk NP

“Ol Donyo Sabuk” means “large mountain” in the Maasai language and it is home to Mt Kilimambogo. The first non-native person to settle in this land was William Northrup McMilliam.

It was gazetted in 1967 and it provides and it is found in the South East of Thika along the Thika Garissa road.

The area protects 45 bird species including the Purple Breasted Sunbird, African Hawk Eagle, African Pied Wagtail, and White Browed Sparrow Weaver, among others. The different wild life to watch include Olive Baboons, Bushbucks, Pythons, Mongoose, and the Monitor Lizard, among others.

Visiting the destination will also give you the chance to explore various other attractions for example the McMillan Castle and the beautiful Fourteen Falls.

3. Amboseli National Park

The Amboseli National Park was formerly called the Maasai Amboseli Game Reserve, found in the Loitoktok District and it covers an area of about 392.06 kilometers square.

The first European to enter this region was Jeremy Thompson in 1883 and was so amazed by the extensive expansion of the abundant wildlife in the arid land, the oasis of swamps, and the dry Lake Amboseli bed which are all a bit different from today.

Amboseli was made a Southern protected area in 1906 for the Masai tribe and then a game reserve in 1948. It was designated a NP in 1974 and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991.

Local people around the Amboseli NP are the Maasai who have successfully done tourism and agriculture as their major economic activities.

Amboseli Safari destination offers amazing game viewing experiences with incredible wild life in its natural habitats like the swamps, woodlands, savannahs, thorn bush, and the wetland ecosystems. The beautiful background of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa creates a spectacular scenery while at the destination as you can watch the snowcapped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro from a distance.

Some of the incredible wild life to find include the Impala, Buffaloes, Lions, Cheetahs, African Bush Elephants, Masai Giraffe, and the Blue Wildebeest. It is however also known to harbor a very large population of the Elephant species and the other big five.

The destination also has over 400 bird species with the common water birds like Hamerkop, Kingfishers, Pelicans, Madagascar Heron, and Crakes. There are also 47 recorded raptors.

Various documentaries have already been recorded in the area some following the findings from the research made on the African Elephant “Echo” who died in 2009 at around 60 years.

4. Ndere Island NP

The Ndere Island NP is a major birding destination on L.Victoria but it also provides stunning scenery with some views of Kampala, Uganda.

Some of the wild life to watch at Ndere Island include Zebras, Baboons, Waterbucks, Nile Crocodiles, Warthogs, Antelopes, and Hippos, among others. On the other hand, Ndere Island is home to over 100 bird species like the Grey Headed Kingfishers, African Fish Eagles, and the Black Headed Gonoleks.

Therefore, the major attractions of the destination are the vegetation, islands, and the beautiful shores. Thus, you will enjoy various activities at Ndere Island including bird watching, hiking, scenery, and walking safaris.

5. South Island NP

The South Island NP is a renowned destination for birding as it protects various bird species including over 34 European migrant species. Among these are 23 that breed in the area and some of them are the African Billed Stork, African Skimmer, Goliath Heron, Gulls, and Ducks.

Due to the presence of abundant wildlife like the Crocodiles, South Island is also great for game-watching.

6. Mount Longonot NP

Mount Longonot NP is found in the Great Rift Valley and its major attraction is Mount Longonot which is an extinct volcano. The mountain features a forest that is within the Mountain crater.

The rim of the crater is a source of great scenery especially the spectacular views of Lake Naivasha.

The major attractions of the destination are the abundant wildlife which includes among many others the Lions, Buffaloes, Bushbucks, Grant’s Gazelles, Giraffe, and Common Zebra. Even though it is quite hard to view this wild life, Mount Longonot NP will give you remarkable scenery experiences during your trip.

The best safari activities to do at Mount Longonot are game viewing, hiking, biking, walking, rock climbing, and viewing the beautiful L.Naivasha.

7. Arabuko Sokoke NP

The Arabuko Sokoke NP is found at the North Western edge of the Arabuko Sokoke Forest at the coast, just 110 km away from the northern part of Mombasa.

Arabuko Sokoke is jointly managed by the Kenya wildlife authority, the Kenya Forest Service, the Kenya Forest Research Institute, and the National Museums of Kenya who protect it.

In 1943, its forest was protected as a crown forest, and in the 1960s, it was gazzeted, although it faced a high threat from the local people who needed land. It has three major types of forests and these are the Brachystegis, Cynometra, and the mixed forest.

Arabuko Sokoke became a NP in the 1980s and it has a high number of endemic and near-endemic species for example mammals, plant species, and bird species. Examples of bird species include the Sokoke Pipit, Amani Sunbird, and Sokoke Scops Owl.

Among the endangered mammals at Arabuko Sokoke include Ader’s Duiker and the Sokoke Bushy Tailed Mongoose. Other wildlife viewing experiences will expose you to Baboons, Vervet Monkeys, Savannah Elephants, African Civets, and many amphibians.

8. Saiwa Swamp NP

The Saiwa Swamp NP in Kitale, Trans-Nzoia county in the Rift province is the country’s smallest NP with an area of 3 kilometer square.

It was created as a home to the Sitatungas which are a rare Antelope species. However, there are also other abundant wildlife that you can explore in the region and these include birds, plants, insects, and reptiles, among others.

9. Mount Elgon National Park

The Mount Elgon NP in Western Kenya is shared by both Uganda and the Kenyan nations. The Kenyan part of the protected area covers 169 square kilometers.

The Kenyan part of this destination was designated in 1968 and the Uganda part in 1992.

The star attraction at Mount Elgon NP is the Mountain Elgon, an extinct volcano with the largest caldera on Earth. It has one of the largest intact calderas in the nation. Its vegetation ranges in the varieties of the Open Moorland, and the Montane Forests.

The climate at Mt Elgon is moderately dry and the annual rainfall received is over 1,270 millitres. It is best to visit the region in the dry seasons which cover the months from December to March and June to August.

There are also different mammals in the protected area including the Black and White Colobus Monkeys, Red Tailed Monkeys, Antelopes, Hyenas, Leopards, and Duikers, among many others.

On the other hand, there are also over 144 species of bird including the Eastern Bronze-Naped Pigeon, Javkson’s Spurfowl, Tacazze Sunbird, and endangered Lammergeier, among others.

Therefore, the major attractions at Mt Elgon are the flora, fauna, and extensive scenery like the waterfalls, calderas, caves, gorges, hot springs, and peaks (Jackson’s Pool and Jackson’s Peak) among others.

The safari activities to do at Mt Elgon include Mount hiking, primate watching, birding, cave explorations, self-guided walking safaris, camping, and photography.

10. Sibiloi NP

Sibiloi NP is found on the Kenyan northeastern shore, near Lake Turkana, and was established by the Kenyan government in 1973 it covers an area of 1,570 kilometer square.

In 1997, it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it is part of the L. Turkana NP. It was named after Mount Sibiloi which is at a beautiful viewpoint at Alia Bay.

Sibiloi is an important archeological site in which the fossils found have contributed largely to a better study of human evolution. Some famed remains from the region are the early Homo Fossils and the Australopithecus.

To discover some of these fossils, you may visit the Koobi Fora Museum which keeps some of the fossils that date back to millennia.

11. Meru NP

Meru NP is among the best national parks in Kenya found in the East of Meru, about 350km away from the city and it covers an area of 870 square kilometers.

The natural habitat in the protected area ranges from the swamp and the tall grasses and the different wildlife viewing adventures will lead you to watch the African Bush Elephants, Southern White Rhinos, the Eastern Black Rhino, Grevy’s Zebra, Long Necked Gerenuk, Lions, and Hippopotamus, among others.

Meru NP is among the two protected areas in the Kenyan nation where George and Joy Adamson raised Elsa as a Lioness and the biography is portrayed through the best-selling book and the award-winning movie “Born Free”.

As Meru NP began being managed by the authorities, the abundant wildlife that was previously exposed to danger from poachers became well protected through conservation measures.

In 2005, Meru NP was made a part of the Lion Conservation Unit.

Major attractions at Meru are the former home of George Adamson and Joy Adamson, the burial grounds of Joy Adamson and Elsa the Lioness, Adamson’s Falls, and the spectacular views of Mount Kenya and the Tana River.

12. Ruma NP

Ruma NP is also another amazing protected area in the Kenyan nation, formed in 1966 as Lambwe Valley Game Reserve but it was later renamed Ruma and it covers an area of 120 kilometer square.

The area is found in the Nyanza province and it majorly protects the rare Roan Antelopes whose population is endangered.

The other wildlife viewing experiences at Ruma NP will expose you to Cape Buffaloes, Olive Baboons, African Leopards, Vervet Monkeys, Honey Badgers, Rothschild GiraffesHyenas, and Bohor Reedbucks, among others.

The region is also considered an Important Bird Area due to the presence of over 400 bird species. A notable intra-African migrant species is the Blue Swallow.

You can access Ruma NP through the Kamato Gate which is the main gate and the Nyatoto Gate.

13. Lake Nakuru National Park

This beautiful region is among the rift lakes found in the Southern part of Nakuru in the Kenyan valley of the rift. The destination is at an altitude of over 1,754m above sea level.

The L.Nakuru, found in the area has been under the protection of the Ramsar Convention on the wetlands since 1990 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011.

It is known to be a place that attracts a lot of Flamingos, both the Greater and Lesser Flamingos due to the profusion of algae although other water bird species also thrive in the region.

Other creatures to watch in the area include Baboons, Warthogs, Cheetahs, Rothchild Giraffes, Southern White Rhinos, and the Eastern Black Rhino thus promoting amazing game safaris.

Other wildlife viewing at this safari destination exposes you to bird species among many including the Pied Kingfisher, Heron, Hamerkop, Verreaux’s Eagle, and the Goliath Heron.

Between the years 2010 and 2020, the surface area of the destination increased to about 68 square kilometers and some part of the region is home to the locals, that is about 677 households.

14. Central Island NP

The Central Island NP is a UNESCO World Heritage Site also called the “Crocodile Island”.

The Central Island has more than 12 craters and various cones. Three of the cones are filled with small lakes and the highest point of this island NP is 550m.

15. Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo East National Park was formed in 1948 and it covers an area of 13,747-kilometer square and is half way between the coast and Nairobi City.

The area at the destination is semi-arid and the Tsavo River flows through it from West to East.

Additionally, the Yatta Plateau which is the longest lava flow on earth runs along the park’s western boundary and it is above the Athi Glana Sabaki River. The river forms the Lugard Falls which was named after Fredrick Lugard.

The plateau makes a great viewpoint for various rusty red Elephant species as they play in the Galana River waters and other wildlife species that come to the protected area. Some of the Elephants were once orphans kept at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust but were then released back into their normal life in the wild.

The area is also popularly known for the Tsavo Lion species in which the males do not fully have manes. Other wildlife species to experience at this safari destination include the African Buffalo, Bushbuck, African Civet, African Wild Dogs, Bush Duiker, Common Eland, Northern Greater Galago, Rusty Spotted Genet, etc.

The destination also protects a small population of the Grevy’s Zebra.

This protected area is also home to over 500 bird species and some of them include the Weavers, Kestrels, Secretary birds, Herons, Ostriches, Herons, Buzzards, etc.

16. Tsavo West National Park

The Tsavo West National Park is found on the coast of the Kenyan nation and it covers an area of 9,065 square kilometers.

A railway separates it from the Tsavo East National Park. Tsavo West NP is renowned for its captivating scenery, abundant wildlife species, guided nature walks, and rock climbing.

It is famously known as home to the “man-eating Lions” who hunted for various construction workers as they built the railway from Mombasa to Uganda in the late 1800s.

The different wildlife species to watch in the Tsavo West National Park include the Hippopotamus, Elephant, Eastern Black Rhinos, Leopard, Hartbeest, Buffaloes, and the Masai Giraffe. Thus, also a home to the African Big Five.

Just like the Tsavo East, Tsavo West National Park is also known to be an important Stone Age archeological site, especially around the River Galana.

It was also previously a trading ground for the Swahili Merchants who traded in ivory and cowrie shells. However, the protected area is currently attracting visitors for different activities such as photography, exploring the Mzima Springs, and wildlife viewing.

This destination also offers a great opportunity for adventurous rock climbing experiences for travelers.

17. Marsabit NP

Marsabit NP is a secluded destination for travelers who love nature as it boasts an amazing scenery of dense montane forests, crater lakes, and various other wildlife species like mammals, bird species, and reptiles, among others.

It is however legendary for the huge tasked bull Elephants but other examples of the abundant wildlife to see in the area include Buffaloes, Baboons, Hyenas, etc.

Marsabit covers an area of 1,554 square kilometers and it has both the wet and dry seasons every year. Attractions in the protected area include wildlife bird species, butterflies, crater lakes, and various butterfly species among others.

The major safari activities at Marsabit include game viewing, bird watching hiking, etc.

18. Kora NP

The Kora NP is located in the Tana River County, 125 kilometers East of the nation and it covers an area of 1,788 square kilometers. Kora was first a national reserve in 1973 and then made a NP in 1989.

Kora NP has a gently sloping altitude which stands at 490m above sea level in the South West and 270m in the North Eastern.

The wildlife in the protected area includes among others the African Bush Elephant, Caracal, Hippopotamus, Antelope, Tanzanian Cheetah, Serval, Lion, and African Leopard.

Although the destination was affected by poachers in the 1980s and the 1990s, strict measures are being enforced to promote conservation in the destinations.

Other Parks in the Kenyan Nation

19. Nairobi National Park

Nairobi NP is a beautiful destination in Nairobi City, formed in 1946, making it the first Kenyan NP to be formed. Although the area is found in the city, there are various wildlife that it protects.

It was in the past first inhabited by the nomadic Masai Mara who protected huge herds of cattle in the grounds. The Kikuyu were also farmers in the land but as the City continued to grow there was more conflict between the people and the wild life. The Maasai pastoralists were consequently sent away from them when the destination was gazzeted.

The park’s environment is majorly dominated by open grass plains and various acacia bushes scattered in the bush.

Additionally, the wild life in the area includes the African Buffalo, Spotted Hyena, Common Eland, Olive Baboon, Waterbuck, Cheetah, Nile Crocodile, Zebra, and Hippopotamus, among others.

The destination is in itself a major tourist attraction for travelers to the city although it also has attractions like the bird species and about 100 mammal species like the Giraffes, Zebras, Wildebeests, Leopard, Cheetahs, and Hyenas, among others.

Dusk and dawn are the best time of the day to explore these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.

20. Aberdare National Park

The Aberdare National Park which is about 100 km Northwards of the Kenyan capital, is found on the slopes of the Aberdare Mountain ranges, East of the East African Great Rift Valley.

The destination was designated in 1950 and it covers an area of 767 square kilometers. With a large number of landscapes, the Aberdare NP rises to about 4,000 meters above sea level and it contains other physical features like waterfalls, rivers, streams, mountains, gorges, and both the bamboo and the Moorland rainforests which are at the lower altitudes.

In 1952, Princess Elizabeth was announced Queen of England during her stay at the Treetops Hotel in the area after the death of her father, King George VI.

The destination is home to a multitude of wild life for example the Leopards, Lion species, Bushbucks, Eland, Duiker, Olive Baboon, Giant Forest Hog, African Wild Dog, Mountain Reedbuck, Suni, Cape Buffaloes, Side Stripped Jackal, Duiker, among others.

On the other hand, the Aberdare National Park is home to over 250 bird species with some common and most sought-after species, examples being the African Goshawk, Aberdare Cisticola, Sparrowhawk, Sunbirds, Jackson’s Spurfowl, Plovers, African Fish Eagle, among others.

Kenya’s Aberdare is open every day from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm, but visitors are usually allowed in the destination past 6:15 pm.

21. Chyulu Hills NP

The Chyulu Hills NP is found on the Mountain ranges of the Chyulu Hills in the southeastern part of the nation. The highest peak of the destination is at a high altitude of 2, 188 meters above sea level.

Chyulu was designated in 1983 and the Eastern part of managed by the responsible Kenyan wildlife authorities while the Western part is owned by the Masai group ranches.

Chyullu Hills NP is about 11 km and is recorded as one of the longest caves in Africa. It is also part of the Tsavo Conservation Area which also covers the Tsavo Area.

While filming the safari movie, “Out of Africa”, the beautiful Chyulu Hills replaced the Ngong Hills because of their picturesque.

The Chyullu Hills are found about 150km East of the Kenyan valley’s rift. It is believed that the volcanic activities around the area began about 1.4 million years ago but its volcanoes are still considered to be active since the last eruption which occurred in 1856.

The destination harbors various animal species with the common ones being the Leopards, Bush Pigs, Mountain Reedbucks, Elands, Bushbuck, and Cheetahs, among others.

Among the various bird species, the common ones include the Cinnamon Bracken Warbler, Shelley’s Francolin, African Crowned Eagle, White Starred Robin, and Abbott’s Starling, among others.

22. Hell’s Gate National Park

Hell’s Gate NP is found in the Southern part of L.Naivasha in the Northwest of the Kenyan city. Designated a national park in 1984, Hell’s Gate NP was named after the narrow break in the cliffs which was once a tributary from a prehistoric lake that served the people who lived in the Rift Valley.

The name Hell’s Gate was given by the explorers Fisher and Thomson in 1883. It covers an area of 68.25 kilometers square and stands at an altitude of 1,900 meters above sea level.

The climate at the destination is warm and dry thus it boasts a huge range of wildlife and stunning scenery on top of protecting the five geothermal power stations at Olkaria.

Be ready to experience a huge range of wildlife upon arriving at the destination including such as Leopards, Lions, Cheetahs, Zebra, Hartebeest, Thmson’s Gazzelle, Klipspringer, and out of the over 103 bird species to watch, you will watch vultures, the Augur Buzzard, Verreaux’s Eagles, among others.

The area will thus give you the chance to experience various safari activities such as water sports, game viewing, birding, and camping among others. Being a safe place from predators, you may also enjoy walking and cycling through the breathtaking landscape as you pass through the Antelopes, Giraffes, and Zebras among others.

Due to its beautiful setting that has attracted various tourists, the destination was also a location for the animated 1994 “Lion King” movie and the 2003 “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider – The Cradle of Life” film.

23. Malka Mari NP

This tourist attraction and destination is found in the North Eastern sector of Kenya at the Kenya-Ethiopia border along the Dawa River. The area is about 1,500 square kilometers and you can access it through the Mandera Airport.

This destination is mostly covered by semi-arid bushland, scrubby grasslands with riparian woodland, and along the river.

The area protects a huge range of wildlife including some plants that are endemic and other wild life to see including Antelopes, Hyenas, angama Lizards, Zebras, Crocodiles, Dik-dik, and the Genet, among others.

You can access the destination through the Mandera Airport

Other exceptional destinations in the Kenyan nation include marine parks like the Malindi Marine NP.

Malindi Marine National Park

Malindi Marine NP is a large sea area found in the Malindi sea shore and it is home to various ecosystems including the endemic features. There are beautiful beaches along its coastline which attract various visitors.

India claims that the Malindi Marine destination is the only marine park in the African continent. It was however the first marine park to be established in the whole of the African continent.

By visiting the destination, you will be taken through a remarkable boat trip on the lovely waters as it has various beaches, great for snorkeling. You will be able to view the Dolphins as they swim in the waters and navigate the waves.

Discover the lagoons, mangroves, and reefs, among others.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Kenyan National Parks

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There are 23 national parks in Kenya.

What is the Most Visited National Park in Kenya?

Maasai Mara National Reserve is the most visited destination in the Kenyan nation. This is because it is home to the annual migration which sees millions of the wildlife move through Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya’s Maasai Mara NR.

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Amboseli NP is the most prominent national park in Kenya known for its gigantic animals, extensive plains and biospheres and protecting the African big five.

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Tsavo is the largest national park in Kenya with an area of 22 000km².

Which is Kenya’s Smallest National Park?

Saiwa Swamp NP is the smallest of the national parks in Kenya with an area of 3 km2.

Which are the Best Parks in Kenya?

Below, we list the top 10 of these tour destinations to visit in the Kenyan nation during your tour.

1. Amboseli National Park
2. Nairobi Park
3. The Tsavo tour destinations
4. Lake Nakuru National Park
5. Aberdare National Park
6. Hell’s Gate National Park
7. Mount Kenya NP
8. Maasai Mara NR
9. Meru NP
10. Kora NP

Who Owns Kenya National Park?

All Kenyan national parks are managed by the Kenya Wildlife Service.

How Much is the Entry fee for Nairobi National Park?

The cost of entrance to this amazing destination depends on one’s citizenship and age as seen below

CATEGORY	ADULT FEES	CHILD/ STUDENT FEE
East African Citizen	Kshs 400	Kshs 200
Foreign Resident	Kshs 400	Kshs 200
Foreign nonresident	$ 35	$ 20

 Why is Nairobi National Park Famous?

The destination is well-known because it is the only park on earth found in a city and also because it is a rich Rhinoceros Sanctuary.

How Much is Kenya Park Entrance?

The entrance fees depend on the safari destination that you visit during your journey.

Below are the park entrance fees for major destinations/best places and tour destinations of the Kenyan nation.

Category	Non-Resident	East African Citizen	Kenyan Citizen
Maasai Mara NR	$80 outside the park $70 outside the park	Ksh 1,200	Ksh 1,000
Samburu National Reserve	$70	Ksh 1,000	Ksh 500
Lake Nakuru National Park & Amboseli National Park	$70	Ksh 800	Ksh 800
Nairobi NP	$60 – Adults $20 – Children	Ksh 500	Ksh 500
Tsavo NPs	$60	Ksh 500	Ksh 500
Mt Elgon Ol Donyo Sabuk Mt Longonot Hells Gate NP	$30 – Adults $20 – Children	Ksh 300	Ksh 300
Marine Parks	$15	$200	$200

Is Kenya the Only Country With a National Park in the City?

Yes, Kenya’s capital is the only city on earth with a national park.

Is it Worth Visiting Nairobi National Park?

Yes, the area is worth paying a visit during your journey to the Kenyan nation. It is a rich place for travelers doing a city tour to explore the diverse wildlife more accessible.

Are there Lions in Nairobi National Park?

This destination has about 40 Lions but other wild life includes Rhinos, Giraffes, Antelopes, and Buffaloes among others.

Is Tsavo Bigger than Masai Mara?

Yes, Tsavo Park is about 9 times larger than the Masai Mara NP.

Can I Visit Nairobi National Park Without a Car?

Yes, you can go to this area by private car as there are various means of public transport that you can use to reach the destinations.

What is the Cheapest Way to Visit Nairobi National Park?

Various factors will make your visit to the destination much cheaper as seen below.

1. You can use the shuttles from the Kenya wildlife authority while in the area.
2. Sleep in a budget room to avoid accommodation expenses.
3. Limiting the number of days spent and activities to do while in the tourist destinations.

What is the Best Time to Visit the Nairobi National Park?

The dry season from December to February and June to October is the best for visiting the destination as it will provide the best experiences for travelers along the drier tracks.

Why is Masai Mara National Park Famous?

The Masai Mara is renowned for hosting the annual Great Migration in which more than 2.5 million Wildebeests, Zebras, and Antelopes move between the Serengeti and Masai Mara triangle to look for food.

What National Park is Shared by Kenya and Tanzania?

The Serengeti Mara ecosystem in Tanzania and Kenya is shared by both countries and there is no border between the two protected areas for the wild life.

What is the Difference Between a National Park and a National Reserve in Kenya?

The national government manages the national parks while the national reserves are managed by the different officials in the county.

 

In conclusion, the Kenyan National Parks are one of the best places to visit while in the country. Therefore, through the guidance of a reliable tour operator, you can be led through your most preferred experiences in the different destinations to visit in the nation.

Contact us today for inquiries and book your tour at your own pace to visit the protected areas today!