If you wish to travel to Kenya there are 100 best tourist destinations to visit which will give you a lifetime experience. Below are the best tourist destinations in Kenya:
- Maasai Mara
It is one of the best safari destinations in Kenya and a grand place to visit for holiday. Masai Mara is located in Narok County few kilometers away from Narok town.
Charges
Park Fees – Per Person
Non Residents
Non Resident Adults inside the Park – $70 (Children – $40)
Non Resident outside the Park- $80 (Children -$45)
Non Resident Student Adult-$40
Non Resident student children-$20
East African Citizens
Citizen Adults – Ksh.1000
Citizen children – ksh.200
Citizen student – ksh. 200
East African Residents
Resident Adult – ksh. 1200
Resident Children – ksh. 300
Resident Student – Ksh. 300
- Nairobi National Park
It is located in Nairobi City, Just a few kilometers from Central Business District.
Charges
Non Residents High season Low season
Adults $60 $40
Children $20 $20
Students $20
East African Residents Citizen High Season Low Season
Adults Ksh.400 ksh.500
Children Ksh.215 Ksh.215
Student Ksh.215 Ksh.215
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy
It is famous for rhinos in East East Africa. It is located in Laikipia, Nanyuki, Kenya.
East African Citizen
Adult – Ksh. 1,400
Child – Ksh. 750
Student – Ksh.350
East Africa Resident
Adult – Ksh. 2600
Child – Ksh. 1300
Student – Ksh. 650
Non Resident
Adult – $ 90
Child – $ 45
Student – $ 22
- Amboseli National Reserve
It is located in Rift Valley, Loitoktok District. Amboseli is among the popular national parks in Kenya and Africa at large.
Charges (Entrance Fees)
Adults Child/student
Citizens Ksh.860 Ksh.215
Residents Ksh.1, 030 Ksh.515
Non Residents USD 60 USD 35
- Hell’s Gate National Park
It is located on the south of Naivasha and North West of Nairobi city. Hell’s Gate has beautiful volcanic sceneries. There are also camp sites available.
Charges
Charges (Entrance Fees)
Adults Child/student
Citizens Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Residents Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Non Residents USD 26 USD 17
- The Aberdares
It is located in Central Kenya, and it is endowed with beautiful wildlife.
Charges (Entrance Fees)
Adults Child/student
Citizens Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Residents Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Non Residents USD 52 USD 26
- Tsavo National Park
It is one of the legendary parks in Kenya. It is located near the Voi town, Taita Taveta County.
Charges (Entrance Fees)
Adults Child/student
Citizens Ksh.860 Ksh.215
Residents Ksh.1,030 Ksh.515
Non Residents USD 75 USD 35
- David Sheldrick wildlife Trust elephant Nursary
This is a shelter and a rehabilitation center for Orphaned elephants. It borders the Nairobi National Park in Nairobi.
Charges (Entrance Fees)
Here, you donate Ksh. 1500 or USD 15 per head above 12yrs of age and Ksh 500/USD5 for those below the age of 12yrs.
- Lake Naivasha
It is one of the fresh water lakes in Kenya. It is located in Nakuru County. It does not need any fees for viewing, hence absolutely free.
- Samburu National Reserves
This is a sure place to visit for adventure located in Isiolo away from Nairobi.
Charges (Entrance Fees)
Adult Children
Citizens Ksh.500 Ksh.500
African Residents Ksh.1,000 Ksh.1000
Non Residents USD 70 USD 40
- Giraffe Centre
This Centre is located in Duma road, Nairobi city.
Charges (Entrance Fees)
For residennt is Ksh. 400
Tourist Ksh. 1500
- The Railway Museum
It is situated in Nairobi city, adjacent to Nairobi railway station. Here you will get to see all the locomotives used in the colonial days.
Museum Entry Fees Charges
Adults Below age 16yrs
Citizens Ksh.200 Ksh.100
Residents Ksh.600 Ksh.400
Non Residents Ksh.1200 Ksh.600
- National Archives
It is situated along Moi Avenue Nairobi city. They offer all archival trusted materials, records of the colonial and post-colonial government, and also the spiritual problems of growth in Equatorial Africa.
The Entrance fees charges
Citizens Khs. 50
Non-Residents Ksh.200
- Lake Nakuru National park
It is situated in Rif Valley, a place where folks enjoy a mixture, diverse habitants.
Entrance charges;
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.860 Ksh.215
Resident Ksh.860 Ksh.215
Non-resident USD 60 USD35
- Fourteen Falls
This is a special place for fishing, bird watching, boating etc. It is situated in Athi River in Thika.
Admission fees: 400
- Bomas of Kenya
To get a show of different Kenyan culture and its diversity in dance, music and much more, visit this place. It is located in Nairobi city.
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.200 Ksh.50
Resident Ksh.300 Ksh.200
Non-resident Ksh.1000 Ksh.500
- African Heritage House
It is situated in Mombasa road, Nairobi and it overlooks the Nairobi National Park. This house is designed with African culture in it, best for tours, dinners etc.
Their charges range from 3000 Kenyan shillings and above.
- Crescent Island Game Sanctuary
This is a home for various wildlife like giraffes, hippos etc. It is situated in Naivasha, Moi South Lake road.
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.800 Ksh.400
Resident Ksh.1000 Ksh.500
Non-resident USD 30 USD15
- Crater Lake Game Reserve
This is a private serene reservation around a lake situated in Naivasha. This place has a variety of mammals and other species. The entrance fee per head is 2500 Kenyan shillings.
- Ivory Burning Site and Picnic Area
This is a historic place within the Nairobi National Park. The entrance fees are the same with that of Nairobi National Park.
- Lamu Island
This is a small port on the off shore of Indian Ocean, Mombasa. There are captivating views here worth visiting. There are no charges to this Island; however, one has to pay for any services offered to them while on the island.
- Oloolua Nature Trail
It is located on Karen Road, Nairobi. There are caves, waterfalls, campsites etc.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.200 Ksh.100
Resident Ksh.400 Ksh.200
Non-resident Ksh.600 Ksh.300
- Karen Blixen Museum
It is located at the base of Ngong Hills, 10km away from Nairobi City.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.200 Ksh.100
Resident Ksh.600 Ksh.400
- Fort Jesus in Mombasa
This a historical place to visit, located in Mombasa. It includes old buildings and weapons used long time ago by the Portuguese.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.200 Ksh.100
Non-resident Ksh.1000
- Mount Kenya National Park
It is located in central Kenya, and cuts through various counties in the Eastern regions of Kenya.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.430 Ksh.250
Resident Ksh. 430 Ksh.250
Non-resident USD 52 USD 20
- Kigio Wildlife Conservancy
It is located near Gilgil, in Great Rift Valley. It has amazing wildlife and vegetation sceneries. They have standard rates of $100-250) inclusive of everything.
- Lake Victoria
This is a renowned lake in the whole world. One of the Largest, that there is in Africa. For a relaxing vacation, this is a place to visit. It is free to visit, however, for accommodation and camping there are charges.
- Karura Forest Reserve
This is a beautiful place for those who love to explore nature, host events and picnics. It is located in the north of Nairobi, outskirts of the city.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.100 Ksh.50
Resident Ksh. 200 ksh.100
Non-resident Ksh. 600 Ksh.300
- Kazuri Beads Factory Tour
It is located in Karen, Nairobi City. There is no entrance fee, or any charges, however, one is expected to purchase something. The prices ranges from 500 Kenyan shillings and above.
- Nairobi National Museum
Here you will find all the Kenyan culture and heritage. It is situated in Kipande road, Nairobi.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.300 Ksh.150
- Ngong Hills
It is situated along the Great Rift Valley, South West of Nairobi. A beautiful place to involve oneself in recreational activities.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.232 Ksh.58
Resident Ksh.464 Ksh.174
Non-resident Ksh.696 Ksh.174
- Ruaka River Falls
It is situated in Karura Forest, a serene place to visit. The entrance fee is similar to that of Karura forest.
- Nairobi Animal Orphanage
This orphanage is located within the Nairobi National Park. The orphanage features various exotic animals.
Entrance fees;
Non Residents High season Low season
Adults $60 $40
Children $20 $20
Students $20
East African Residents Citizen High Season Low Season
Adults Ksh.400 ksh.500
Children Ksh.215 Ksh.215
Student Ksh.215 Ksh.215
- Nairobi Gallery
This gallery is located next to Nyayo house in Nairobi. This is an enjoyable place to visit.
Entrance fees;
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.150
Resident Ksh.600
Non-resident Ksh.1000
- Samburu National Reserve
This is among the incredible reserves to visit in Kenya. It is located on the banks of Ewaso Nyiro River.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.500 Ksh .500
Resident Ksh.1000 Ksh. 1000
Non-resident $70 $ 40
- Mount Longonot National Park
It is situated in Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha. in Nakuru County. A place of beautiful sceneries, hiking and wildlife etc.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Resident Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Non-resident $30 $ 20
- Elsamere Conservation Centre
It is among the interesting places to visit in Naivasha, Nakuru County, where you get to view Lake Naivasha. It contains a Museum, Bird watching etc. They only charge for accommodation fees and other services. The charges range from 3600 Kenyan shillings and above.
- Carnelly’s (Camp)
It is situated near Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park.
Camping charges range from 2000 Kenyan shilling and above.
- Ol Doinyo Eburu
It is located in rift Valley, Nakuru County. A good place to go for hiking.
Hiking charges
Kenyan citizens Ksh.3300
Kenyan residents, Ksh. 3500,
Nonresidents Ksh.3700
- Nthenge Njeru Falls
It is situated in Embu County on the slopes of Mt. Kenya.
Kenyan citizens Ksh.2500
Kenyan residents, Ksh.3000
Nonresidents Ksh.3500
- Karue Hill
It is located in Embu County and it is free to visit. There are no charges.
- Iveche Waterfall Embu
There entrance fee charges are affordable. 200 Kenyan shillings per head. It is located in Embu County.
- Karen Dixen Museum
If offers best services for those with events and places for reflection to nature lovers. There are discounts for Kenyan Citizens, and East African residents
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Ksh.1200 Ksh.600
- Mount Elgon National Park
This is mountain has spread to several locations of Kenya including Uganda. It can be located in western Kenya, and it includes a number of wildlife e.g. buffalo, antelope, bush pig etc. Apart from wildlife, it offers other natural sceneries like waterfalls.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Resident Ksh.300 Ksh.215
Non-resident USD30 USD 20
- Hindu (Swaminarayan) Temple
This is located in Mombasa City, a must see beauty. The entry is completely free, there are no charges.
- Kapkuro Bandas
These are self-catering cottages located in Mt. Elgon National Park and are managed by the Kenya wildlife services. The standard charges are $ 100-250
- Lord Egerton Castle
It is located along Kisumu highway, Nakuru County. It is a beautiful house designed like a castle.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.150 Ksh.50
Resident Ksh. 450 Ksh.100
Non-resident USD 12 USD 4
- Menengai Crater
This has one of the largest calderas in the world, located in the Great Rift Valley, Nakuru County. The entrance fee is 200 Kenyan shillings.
- Kariandusi Museum
This is the right place to go for camping, picnic, bird watching etc. It is located in Great Rift Valley on L. Elementatita.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.100 Ksh.50
Resident Ksh. 400 Ksh.200
Non-resident Ksh. 500 Ksh. 250
- Narok Museum
The entrance fee for adults is 500 Kenyan shillings and 250 Kenyan shillings for children. Narok Museum is located in Naroka County.
- Mau Mau Caves, Mt Kenya
The Mau Caves have historical significance and are located in Nanyuki.
The hiking entrance fee and hiking is 600 Kenyan shillings.
- Wild Waters
This is an entertainment Park, where people visit to have fun. It offers different fun activities. The Wild waters are located in Mombasa.
Resident sliders Ksh. 1600
Non Resident sliders Ksh.1800
- Mombasa Marine National Park
This Park is located between Mtwapa and Tudo Creeks, Mombasa County. it is endowed with different beautiful water bodies creatures.
Entrance Fees
Kenyan citizens Ksh.130 Children 125
Kenyan residents, 130 Children 125
Nonresidents USD 17 Children USD 13
- Mamba Village Centre
The entrance fee is Ksh. 650. It is located in Nyali, Mombasa. There is also an available restaurant serving crocodile delicacies.
- Treasures of Africa Museum
This museum is located in Kitale, Western Kenya. It contains rich cultural artifacts. Entrance fee is 500 Kenyan shillings.
- Saiwa Swamp National Park
This serene, spectacular place is located in Trans-Nzoia, Kitale. It is one of the smallest parks in Kenya. It has various wild animals and great sites.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh 300 Ksh.215
Non-resident USD 25 USD 15
- Kitale Nature Conservancy
It is situated within the Kitale municipality. It is a home to various wildlife e.g. black rhino.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.200 Ksh.100
Non-resident USD 10
- Hippo Point
It is situated between the Great Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha. An exquisite place to see wildlife. The entrance is completely free.
- Kit Mikayi
This place is found in Kisumu, a beautiful place with different rock formation. The entry is completely free.
- Kisumu Impala Sanctuary
This is a home for different animals, located in Kisumu. Here there is a serene environment for visitors and environment at large.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.215 Ksh.125
Resident Ksh.215 Ksh.125
Non-resident USD 22 USD13
- Art Markets
There are no entry fee charges; however, you will be required to buy an item. It is located in Kisumu County and has a lot of artifacts from different cultures.
- Kisumu Museum
The Entry fee per head is 500 Kenyan shillings. It is located in Kisumu Kenya and it contains different traditional items from Luo communities.
- Ndere Island National Park
It is situated on the Lake Victoria, a haven for zebras, different bird species, impala’s etec.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh 300 Ksh.125
Resident Ksh.300 Ksh.125
Non-resident USD 22 USD 13
- Kiboko Bay
This is a resort based in western Kenya. To get breathtaking views and a serene environment, this is the right place to be. Their accommodation prices range from 4500 Kenyan shillings.
- Giraffe Manor
It is located in the Nairobi City. it is popularly known boutique hotel with giraffes.
Entrance fees
Adult
Citizen Ksh.400
Non-resident Ksh.1500
- Mua Hills
It is situated off Mombasa road, and ideal place for hiking activities. Their entrance fees is affordable.
- Wasini Island
This is an amazing, beautiful island that will take your breath away. It is located in the Mombasa on the Indian Ocean.
The charges range from Ksh.3000 and above, inclusive of everything.
- Meru National Museum
It is located in Meru County. It has different cultural artifacts and represents the heritage of the people there. The entrance fee charge for adults is 500 Kenyan shillings.
- Ngare Ndare Forest
It is located at the Northern Hills of Mt. Kenya, Meru County with beautiful sceneries like waterfalls. The entrance fee is 2000 Kenyan shillings.
- Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
It is located in the south of Isiolo County. It consists of coveted wildlife and sceneries. There accommodations are classy and worth paying for.
Kenyan citizens Ksh.2800,
Nonresidents $ 198 ($128)
- Nyambene National Reserve
It is located in Meru County and has one of the beautiful sceneries, from the Nyambene Hills, giraffes and antelopes.
- Giitune Sacred Forest
It is located 9km from Meru town and it is also near the Equator. The entrance fee 200 Kenyan shillings.
- Meru Tamaduni Centre
It is situated in Meru County, eastern region. It showcases all the kimeru cultures. The entrance fee is 200 Kenyan shillings and below.
- Kalama Conservancy
It lies in a ranch in Samburu Land, and borders the Kalama Mountain. There charges range from 1000 Kenyan shillings a day.
- Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
It is an 8hr drive from Nairobi City, located in northern Kenya. Here you will get to see the rescued elephants. The entrance fee is 20 dollars per head.
- Saruni, Sera Rhino Sanctuary
It is located near Samburu lodge in Samburu County. It is a home to various wildlife and community. It is 1000 Kenyan shillings per ranger/day and above for different residents.
- Maralal National Sanctuary
This place is breath taking, a home for various wildlife. It is located in Samburu County, a place for hiking and other fun activities. They offer different prices for different packages.
- Ndoto Mountains
It is situated in Samburu, the northern Kenya. Camping fees ranges from 500 Kenyan shillings, huts cost Ksh.1000 per day.
- Loroghi Hills
If you are a lover of hiking on mountains and hills, this is the place to be. It is located in maralal town. They offer affordable prices.
- Kirisia Forest
It is one of the most historic forests in Kenya, Located in Samburu. …..
- Kakamega Forest
This forest is a home to many animals i.e. birds, monkeys, wild pigs etc.
Entrance Fees
Kenyan citizens Ksh 300 Children Ksh.125
Kenyan residents, Ksh.300 Children Ksh. 125
Nonresidents USD 22 Children USD 13
- Malava Forest
This forest is located in western Kenya, Kakamega town. It has a variety of monkey species. There entrance fees ranges from 100 Kenyan shillings and above.
- Rondo Retreat Centre
It is located in western Kenya, Kakamega County. It is a nature conservancy with different plants like flora and fauna. The prices range from 5200 Kenyan shillings for children and above.
- Nabongo Cultural Centre
This is a cultural Centre dedicated to the Wanga Kingdom. The place show cases all cultural things from the Wanga people.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.200 Ksh.100
- Sibiloi National Park
This is found on the north eastern part of Turkana County. It is a home to archeological sites and other wildlife like zebra, hyenas etc.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.300 Ksh.125
Resident Ksh. 300 Ksh.125
Non-resident USD 22 USD 13
- Central Island National Park
This Island is located in Turkana County on one of the permanent desert Lakes in the region. It is among the Kenya Safari destinations, it contains wildlife and there are several fun activities carried out here.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.300 Ksh.125
Resident Ksh.300 Ksh.125
Non-resident USD22 USD 13
- Eliye Spring Beaches
It is located on the western sides of Turkana County. It is one sandy beach and unique.
The entrance fee for non-residents is $20 for 2persons.
- South Turkana National Reserve
This is a home to various beautiful wild animals in Kenya. Here you will get to see buffaloes, gazelles etc. It is located at the foot of Mount Nasalat, close to Lake Turkana.
Entrance fees
Kenyan citizen Ksh. 300 Children ksh. 215
Nonresidents USD 25 Children USD 15
- Chinga Dam and Waterfall
It is among the beautiful waterfalls in Kenya located in Othaya, Nyeri County. They have affordable services ranging from 200 Kenyan Shillings and above.
- Solio Ranch
This is a private Game reserve, it borders Laikipia and it is located in central Kenya. There are beautiful places to see, animals, birds etc.
Nonresident entrance fees $ 80.
- Baden Powell Museum
The entrance fee price is 500 Kenyan shillings per head. It is situated in Nyeri County.
- Chaka Ranch
This is a beautiful resort located in Kiganjo, Nyeri County. With Ksh. 2000 shillings, you are able to participate in different fun activities.
- Mau Mau Caves
It is locate near Nanyuki and is on the base of Mt. Kenya. There entrance fee is 600 Kenyan shillings.
- Italian war Memorial Catholic Church
It was handcrafted by the Italian soldiers captured by the British army. Here visitors get to see original items left behind by the soldiers after the World War II.
- Diani Beach
This beach is located on the coast side of Kenya, Mombasa. It has white sands and other great relaxation places.
- Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park
It has baboons, pythons, porcupines and other wildlife. It is also surrounded by small mountains covered in montane forest. It is situated in Machakos County.
Entrance fees
Adult Child/student
Citizen Ksh.300 Ksh.125
Resident Ksh.300 Ksh.125
Non-resident USD 22 USD 13
- Iveti Forest
It is located in Machakos County. Iveti Hills is the 2nd highest in Machakos and it features hiking and bird watching activities. The charges are pocket-friendly hence affordable.
- Lukenya Caves
These were mau mau hide out during the pre-colonial era. It is a 5minutes drive from Mombasa road. The entrance fee is 400 Kenyan shillings.
- Masinga Dam
A beautiful, relaxing place to be, located in-between Machakos and Embu counties. Electricity is generated from this area; you will only pay for accommodation.
- Komarok Shrine
It is situated in Machakos County, up on a hill. This is a beautiful place for prayer and meditation, perfect for Christian visit. The charges are affordable.
