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Kenya’s national parks and reserves charge conservation or entry fees that contribute towards wildlife conservation, park management and visitor facilities. These fees are an important part of the overall cost of a safari.
Who Collects Kenya’s Park Fees?
Many of Kenya’s national parks and reserves are managed by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). Other conservation areas, including county and community-managed reserves, have their own management authorities and fee structures.
How Much Are Kenya National Park Fees?
KWS fees depend on the park, visitor category and other applicable conditions. Under the KWS conservation fee schedule implemented from 1 October 2025, examples of non-resident adult rates include:
- Amboseli National Park: USD 90 per adult per day.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: USD 90 per adult per day.
- Nairobi National Park: USD 80 per adult per day.
- Tsavo East National Park: USD 80 per adult per day.
- Tsavo West National Park: USD 80 per adult per day.
- Meru National Park: USD 70 per adult per day.
- Mount Kenya National Park: USD 70 per adult per day.
These are examples rather than a complete fee schedule. Different parks have different rates, and rates can change. Always confirm the applicable fee before booking.
Are Children Charged Less?
Many KWS parks have separate child or student rates. For example, the current KWS schedule lists a USD 45 child/student rate for Amboseli and Lake Nakuru compared with USD 90 for a non-resident adult.
Do Safari Packages Include Park Fees?
Many organised safari packages include park entry fees in the overall safari price. However, this should always be confirmed in the written quotation or itinerary.
How Are Park Fees Paid?
KWS provides electronic payment options for visitors. Payment methods can include KWS’s official digital payment systems and other approved methods.
Are Maasai Mara Fees Included in KWS Fees?
No. The Maasai Mara National Reserve is managed separately from KWS, and its applicable fees are determined by the relevant reserve management authority.
Because Mara fees and access arrangements can change, travellers should confirm the current rates for their travel dates.
What Does the Park Fee Cover?
Conservation fees generally provide access to the relevant protected area for the applicable period and contribute to management and conservation activities. They do not necessarily include accommodation, meals, vehicle hire, guiding or optional activities.
Why Park Fees Matter
Wildlife conservation requires substantial investment in habitat protection, infrastructure, security, research and visitor management. Park fees form part of the financial system supporting these activities.
Important Note
Park fees can change, and different visitor categories may have different rates. Always confirm current fees directly with the relevant park authority or through your safari operator before making final travel arrangements.
Last reviewed: September 2026.
Vinyago Africa Tours and Travel can include applicable park and reserve fees in your safari quotation so that you can understand the main costs before travelling.