A Park for Everyone and for Every Wish. Kenya’s Incredible National Parks

They say, “You can’t please everyone.” Well, “they” surely haven’t been to the astonishing national parks of Kenya – for these parks truly offer something for everyone.

From your first glimpse of lions prowling the sweeping savannahs to antelope bounding through cool rainforests, from the birds and baboons filling the tropical jungle to the dolphins leaping about you in a dazzling marine reserve, these national parks are a life-sustaining marvel and a source of awe for all who visit.

From endangered rhinos to roaming big cats to vast herds of elephants, and teeming flocks of birdlife, just about every kind of wildlife can be found in Kenya’s rich array of national parks.

Highlights of Kenya’s National Parks

Nairobi National Park

Incredibly, within sight of downtown Nairobi you can spot lion, leopard, buffalo, giraffe, and much more—just minutes away from the big city.

Masai Mara National Reserve

Home to the densest concentration of lions in the region and the site of the Great Migration—up to two million gazelle, wildebeest, and zebra stream into the park in a yearly cycle of survival. This is also where the Maasai people continue their traditional herding lifestyle.

Tsavo East & Tsavo West National Parks

Kenya’s largest reserves, Tsavo East and West are home to all the Big Five, including large herds of elephants.

Samburu National Park

Known for its peaceful atmosphere and home to close to a thousand elephants, Samburu also offers sightings of rare species, birdlife, African wild dogs, and interaction with the native Samburu people.

Amboseli National Park

Framed by the towering Mt. Kilimanjaro, this park offers near-guaranteed elephant sightings against an iconic African backdrop.

Lake Nakuru National Park

A sanctuary for endangered black rhinos and a paradise for birdwatchers, featuring massive flocks of fuchsia flamingos along its shores.

Ol Pejeta Wildlife Sanctuary

This private conservancy is dedicated to rhino protection and is also home to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary—Kenya’s only home for rescued chimpanzees.

Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Park

Snorkel and dive with dolphins and turtles by a stunning coral barrier reef, often called the “rainforest of the sea.”

Watamu Marine National Park

Explore brilliant lagoons and dazzling coral gardens filled with sea turtles, manta rays, and hundreds of colorful fish.

Malindi Marine National Park

Africa’s first marine park features fringing coral reefs teeming with turtles, dolphins, fish, and coastal birdlife.

Aberdare National Park

This highland paradise of waterfalls, mountain breezes, and rainforest offers a stark contrast to the typical African safari landscape. Ideal for those who enjoy freshwater streams and cool environments.

Mt. Longonot & Mt. Kenya National Parks

For a unique challenge, hike the extinct volcano of Mt. Longonot or climb Mt. Kenya—Africa’s second-highest peak—with its glaciers, mountain lakes, and alpine beauty.

The Overlooked Ones

Many visitors skip the lesser-known parks of Kenya—but that would be a mistake. These quieter parks offer abundant wildlife and almost no crowds, making for a truly immersive experience.

Meru National Park

Untamed and wild, Meru offers rivers, jungle, green hills, and all the wildlife that thrives in them. This is the park where Joy Adamson of “Born Free” fame released Elsa the lioness back into the wild.

Whether you’re drawn to dramatic landscapes, thrilling wildlife sightings, or quiet moments by the sea, Adventure In The Wild Safaris can take you there.