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Maasai Mara National Reserve | Narok | 1,510 | 1,961 | One of the most famous wildlife reserves in the world, known for the Great Migration and large populations of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. |
Tsavo East National Park | Taita-Taveta | 13,747 | 1,948 | One of the oldest and largest parks in Kenya, famous for its red elephants and the Yatta Plateau. |
Tsavo West National Park | Taita-Taveta | 9,065 | 1,948 | Known for its rugged wilderness, Mzima Springs, and diverse wildlife including rhinos, elephants, and hippos. |
Amboseli National Park | Kajiado | 392 | 1,974 | Famous for its large elephant herds and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. |
Nairobi National Park | Nairobi | 117 | 1,946 | A unique national park located just 7 kilometers from Nairobi's city center, home to lions, giraffes, and the endangered black rhino. |
Lake Nakuru National Park | Nakuru | 188 | 1,961 | Known for its large populations of flamingos, rhinos, and other wildlife around the lake. |
Mount Kenya National Park | Embu | 715 | 1,949 | A UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Africa's second-highest mountain, Mount Kenya. |
Samburu National Reserve | Samburu | 165 | 1,962 | Famous for the 'Samburu Special Five' - species that are rare or endemic to the region. |
Hell's Gate National Park | Nakuru | 68 | 1,984 | Known for its geothermal features, including hot springs and geysers, as well as rock climbing and hiking. |
Aberdare National Park | Nyeri | 766 | 1,950 | A diverse park with forests, waterfalls, and moorlands, home to elephants, leopards, and the rare bongo antelope. |
Meru National Park | Meru | 870 | 1,968 | Famous for its wilderness, home to diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, and cheetahs. |
Mount Elgon National Park | Trans-Nzoia | 169 | 1,968 | Straddling the Kenya-Uganda border, known for its caves, waterfalls, and rich biodiversity. |
Buffalo Springs National Reserve | Samburu | 131 | 1,985 | Located adjacent to Samburu National Reserve, known for similar wildlife and arid landscape. |
Shaba National Reserve | Isiolo | 239 | 1,974 | Known for its rugged wilderness and the dramatic Shaba Hill, home to many wildlife species. |
Ol Pejeta Conservancy | Laikipia | 360 | 1,985 | A conservancy known for its rhino sanctuary and sustainable wildlife management. |
Chyulu Hills National Park | Makueni | 741 | 1,983 | Known for its volcanic hills, caves, and diverse wildlife, including large mammal species. |
Kakamega Forest National Reserve | Kakamega | 240 | 1,941 | A unique rainforest park, known for its bird species, primates, and rich biodiversity. |
Ruma National Park | Homa Bay | 120 | 1,966 | Located in Western Kenya, known for its unique wildlife and bird species. |
Saiwa Swamp National Park | Trans-Nzoia | 3 | 1,974 | Kenya's smallest national park, home to the rare and endangered Sitatunga antelope. |
Arabuko Sokoke National Park | Kilifi | 6 | 1,977 | A coastal forest reserve, home to unique bird species and endangered mammals like the golden-rumped elephant shrew. |
Mombasa Marine National Park | Mombasa | 10 | 1,986 | A marine park known for its coral reefs, tropical fish, and clear waters, ideal for snorkeling and diving. |
Watamu Marine National Park | Kilifi | 10 | 1,968 | A protected area known for its coral gardens, mangroves, and rich marine life. |
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park | Kwale | 39 | 1,978 | A marine park and reserve known for its coral reefs, marine life, and crystal-clear waters. |
Malindi Marine National Park | Kilifi | 6 | 1,968 | A coastal marine park known for its rich marine life and coral reefs, popular for snorkeling and diving. |