Kenya Wildlife Service: Park Fees and Visitor Guide for 2025

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) oversees approximately 8% of Kenya’s landmass, protecting a diverse network of 22 national parks, 28 national reserves, 5 national sanctuaries, and additional marine parks and orphanages. Open daily, these areas offer unparalleled opportunities to explore Kenya’s rich biodiversity, from savannahs and forests to coastal ecosystems. This guide details KWS park entry fees for January 2024 to December 2025, lists key parks and reserves, and provides practical information to plan your visit.

Overview of KWS-Managed Areas

KWS manages a variety of protected areas, each offering unique attractions:

National Parks: Iconic destinations like Amboseli, Mount Kenya, and Tsavo East, known for wildlife and scenic beauty.
National Reserves: Areas like Shimba Hills and Kakamega Forest, often co-managed with local communities.
Marine Parks and Reserves: Coastal gems like Watamu and Kisite Mpunguti, ideal for snorkeling and marine life exploration.
Sanctuaries and Orphanages: Facilities like Nairobi Animal Orphanage and Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, focusing on conservation and education.

KWS-Managed Parks and Reserves

National Parks

Mount Kenya
Amboseli
South Island
Saiwa Swamp
Sibiloi
Ruma
Ol Donyo Sabuk
Ndere Island
Mount Longonot
Mount Elgon
Meru
Marsabit
Kora
Chyulu Hills
Central Island
Tsavo West
Lake Nakuru
Tsavo East
Nairobi
Aberdare
Hells Gate

National Reserves

Mwingi
Nasolot
Kakamega Forest
Bisanadi
Shimba Hills
Mwea

Marine National Parks and Reserves

Kiunga
Watamu
Mombasa
Malindi
Kisite Mpunguti

Sanctuaries

Lake Simbi
Kisumu Impala

Orphanages and Safari Walks

Nairobi Animal Orphanage
Nairobi Safari Walk

Entry Fees for 2025

Fees vary by park category, season (high: July–March; low: March–June), and visitor type:

Citizens: Kenyan nationals and East African Community (EAC) citizens (Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi) with valid ID/passports.
Residents: Non-citizens residing in Kenya with valid government documentation.
Non-Residents: International visitors without Kenyan residency documentation.

Proof of identification is required for entry. Below are the fees per person per day unless otherwise noted.

1. Premium Parks (Amboseli, Lake Nakuru)

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 1,000, Child/Student Ksh 500
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 50, Child USD 20
Non-Residents: Adult USD 100, Child USD 35

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 800, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 35, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 80, Child USD 20

2. Urban Park (Nairobi National Park)

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 2,000, Child/Student Ksh 500
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 50, Child USD 20
Non-Residents: Adult USD 100, Child USD 35

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 2,000, Child/Student Ksh 500
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 25, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 100, Child USD 20

3. Nairobi Package (Nairobi National Park, Animal Orphanage, Safari Walk)

Citizens: Adult Ksh 2,250, Child/Student Ksh 650
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 65, Child USD 30
Non-Residents: Adult USD 125, Child USD 50

4. Nairobi Sanctuary Package (Animal Orphanage, Safari Walk)

Citizens: Adult Ksh 400, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 24, Child USD 15
Non-Residents: Adult USD 40, Child USD 25

5. Wilderness Parks (Tsavo East, Tsavo West)

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 500, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 30, Child USD 20
Non-Residents: Adult USD 80, Child USD 35

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 300, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 18, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 35, Child USD 20

6. Meru, Kora, Aberdare National Parks

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 500, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 30, Child USD 20
Non-Residents: Adult USD 60, Child USD 35

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 300, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 18, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 35, Child USD 20

7. Mount Kenya National Park (Entry and Camping Packages)

High Season (July–March):

Daily Entry:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 500, Child Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 30, Child USD 20
Non-Residents: Adult USD 60, Child USD 20
2-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 1,200, Child Ksh 650
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 70, Child USD 48
Non-Residents: Adult USD 140, Child USD 55
3-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 1,900, Child Ksh 1,050
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 110, Child USD 76
Non-Residents: Adult USD 220, Child USD 90
4-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 2,600, Child Ksh 1,450
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 150, Child USD 104
Non-Residents: Adult USD 300, Child USD 125
5-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 3,100, Child Ksh 1,700
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 180, Child USD 124
Non-Residents: Adult USD 360, Child USD 145
6-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 3,800, Child Ksh 2,100
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 220, Child USD 152
Non-Residents: Adult USD 440, Child USD 180

Low Season (March–June):

Daily Entry:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 250, Child Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 30, Child USD 20
2-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 700, Child Ksh 650
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 40, Child USD 28
Non-Residents: Adult USD 80, Child USD 55
3-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 1,150, Child Ksh 1,050
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 65, Child USD 46
Non-Residents: Adult USD 130, Child USD 90
4-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 1,600, Child Ksh 1,450
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 90, Child USD 64
Non-Residents: Adult USD 180, Child USD 125
5-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 1,850, Child Ksh 1,700
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 105, Child USD 74
Non-Residents: Adult USD 210, Child USD 145
6-Day Camping Package:
Citizens: Adult Ksh 2,300, Child Ksh 2,100
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 130, Child USD 92
Non-Residents: Adult USD 260, Child USD 180

8. Scenic Parks (Hells Gate, Mount Longonot, Mount Elgon, Ol Donyo Sabuk)

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 400, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 20, Child USD 15
Non-Residents: Adult USD 30, Child USD 20

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 300, Child/Student Ksh 200
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 20, Child USD 15

9. Special Interest Parks/Reserves/Sanctuaries

(Marsabit, Mwea, Ruma, Saiwa Swamp, South Turkana, Sibiloi, Central Island, South Island, Kakamega, Shimba Hills, Ndere Island, Malka Mari, Chyulu Hills, Nasolot, Lake Elementaita)
High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 300, Child/Student Ksh 250
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 20, Child USD 15
Non-Residents: Adult USD 25, Child USD 15

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 250, Child/Student Ksh 200
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 20, Child USD 15

10. Sanctuaries (Nairobi Animal Orphanage, Nairobi Safari Walk, Kisumu Impala)

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 250, Child/Student Ksh 150
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 25, Child USD 15

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 200, Child/Student Ksh 150
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 10
Non-Residents: Adult USD 20, Child USD 15

11. Special Interest Marine Protected Areas (Kisite Mpunguti, Watamu)

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 300, Child/Student Ksh 150
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 5
Non-Residents: Adult USD 25, Child USD 10

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 200, Child/Student Ksh 150
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 8
Non-Residents: Adult USD 20, Child USD 10

12. Other Marine Protected Areas (Mombasa, Malindi, Kiunga)

High Season (July–March):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 300, Child/Student Ksh 150
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 5
Non-Residents: Adult USD 25, Child USD 10

Low Season (March–June):

Citizens: Adult Ksh 200, Child/Student Ksh 150
Rest of Africa: Adult USD 15, Child USD 8
Non-Residents: Adult USD 20, Child USD 10

Planning Your Visit

Verification: Fees may change; confirm with KWS before visiting.
Child/Student Rates: Apply to children under 18 or students with valid ID—verify eligibility.
Additional Costs: Fees exclude camping, vehicle charges, or guides. Budget for extras like accommodation or tours.
Seasonal Tips: High season (July–March) offers dry weather for wildlife viewing; low season (March–June) provides lower fees but may include rain.
Activities: Enjoy game drives, hiking, birdwatching, snorkeling, or cultural tours, depending on the park.