Top 5 National Parks & Game Reserves in Kenya

Explore Kenya’s Top 5 National Parks

Kenya is home to some of Africa’s best national parks and game reserves, each one bursting with wildlife. Explore each park and discover everything they have to offer with a safari tour from Sun Nature Safaris. These parks and game reserves are incredible places to visit, whether you’re searching for lions and elephants or want to experience stunning views and scenery.

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Maasai Mara National Reserve The Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of Kenya’s most visited attractions, with over 140,000 people taking in its stunning sights and sounds each year. Situated 270km west of Nairobi, the reserve is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, zebras, cheetahs, leopards, water buffalo, giraffes and many more.

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park Famous for its huge elephant population, the Amboseli National Park is the place to visit for large herds of free-ranging African elephants and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. As well as elephants, visitors to the park can also view lions, monkeys, hyenas, antelopes and zebras.

Mount Kenya National Park

Mount Kenya National Park Kenya’s highest mountain is a stunning backdrop for game viewing at Mount Kenya National Park. The park features a range of fantastic and diverse scenery, from pristine wilderness to snow-capped peaks and glaciers.

Samburu Reserve

Samburu Reserve Perfect for those that enjoy peace and quiet, Samburu Reserve is home to a range of wildlife, including elusive Kenyan leopards. There are a number of rare species that live in the park and lucky visitors can catch a glimpse of the long-necked gerenuk, Grevy’s Zebra or Baisy oryx. Cheetahs, hippos, lions and elephants also call the Samburu Reserve home.

Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park Situated just outside Nairobi, the Lake Nakuru National Park is perfect for bird-watchers! Home to over 400 species of bird, including flamingos, this park is bursting with diverse and exotic wildlife. Rhinos and lions can also be found by visitors to this stunning national park. We have a wide range of safari tours and excursions that visit the five parks mentioned above. For example, the 3 Day Maasai Mara Budget Safari visits both the Lake Nakuru National Park and the Maasai Mara National Reserve. For the most comprehensive Kenyan safari experience, the Sun Nature Safaris Special safari takes in Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Mount Kenya and the Samburu Game Reserve!

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