They say you can’t please everyone—clearly they haven’t been to Kenya.
Kenya’s extraordinary network of national parks offers unforgettable experiences for every kind of traveler, blending iconic wildlife, dramatic landscapes, living cultures, and pristine marine worlds into one remarkable destination.
From your first glimpse of lions prowling sun-drenched savannahs to antelope leaping through cool, misty rainforests; from baboons and birds filling lush jungles to dolphins dancing in crystal-clear seas, Kenya’s parks are life-sustaining wonders that inspire awe at every turn.
Home to endangered rhinos, roaming big cats, vast elephant herds, and astonishing birdlife, Kenya protects one of the richest concentrations of wildlife on Earth—each park offering its own distinct character and adventure.
Iconic Parks & Reserves
- Nairobi National Park – Remarkably close to the capital, this unique park allows you to spot lions, leopards, giraffes, buffalo, and rhinos with Nairobi’s skyline rising in the distance—wild Africa just minutes from the city.
- Masai Mara National Reserve – World-famous for its high concentration of lions and the legendary Great Migration, where up to two million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle surge across the plains in an epic cycle of survival. The reserve is also home to the Maasai people, who continue their traditional herding way of life.
- Tsavo East & Tsavo West National Parks – Kenya’s largest protected wilderness, these vast landscapes shelter all of the Big Five and immense herds of elephants, framed by volcanic hills, rivers, and endless horizons.
- Samburu National Reserve – A peaceful and strikingly beautiful park, home to nearly a thousand elephants, rare northern species, rich birdlife, African wild dogs, and the proud Samburu community.
- Amboseli National Park – Set against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli offers guaranteed encounters with some of Africa’s most majestic elephant herds.
- Lake Nakuru National Park – A protected sanctuary for endangered black rhinos, famed for its vibrant birdlife, including spectacular flocks of flamingos that transform the lake into a wash of pink.
- Ol Pejeta Wildlife Sanctuary – A conservation success story where rhinos are protected from poaching and populations are growing. It is also home to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya where you can observe rescued chimpanzees.
- Ngutuni Wildlife Conservancy – A peaceful safari escape overlooking a natural waterhole, where elephants, giraffes, and big cats gather against the backdrop of Tsavo’s vast wilderness.
Here, intimate game viewing, dramatic sunsets, and untamed beauty create a truly authentic African safari experience. - Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary – A lush, private haven where forested hills meet open plains, offering close-up encounters with elephants, lions, and rare birdlife.
Its elevated landscapes, cool breezes, and exclusive safaris deliver a serene and unforgettable wildlife experience. - Meru National Park – A wild and untamed jewel of northern Kenya, where rivers, rainforest, and open savannah create a stunning mosaic of landscapes.
Rich in wildlife yet blissfully uncrowded, it offers intimate encounters with elephants, big cats, and rare species in a truly pristine setting. - Lake Bogoria National Reserve – A dramatic Rift Valley wonder, famed for its steaming geysers, hot springs, and vast flocks of flamingos lining the alkaline lake.
Set against rugged hills and wide skies, it blends striking scenery, birdlife, and natural geothermal spectacle into a truly unique experience.