Govt Announces Free Entry For Kenyans To Parks and Reserves on 27th Sep: Here’s The Full List of Where You Can Visit

Kenyans will enjoy free access to all Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)-managed national parks and reserves on September 27, 2025, as part of celebrations to mark World Tourism Day.

Tourism Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua announced that the government had waived park entry fees for all citizens and residents to encourage domestic tourism and give Kenyans a chance to experience the country’s rich biodiversity without financial barriers.

“This is a day to celebrate our heritage and to give Kenyans an opportunity to explore the beauty of our land. Tourism is not only about foreign visitors; it is about our people connecting with nature, wildlife, and culture,” said Dr. Mutua.

The initiative is expected to boost visitor numbers in iconic destinations such as the Nairobi National Park, Amboseli, Maasai Mara, Tsavo, and the marine parks along the Coast. Families, students, and local communities have been urged to take advantage of the offer.

According to KWS, the waiver applies to all KWS-managed facilities across the country, including national parks, reserves, sanctuaries, and marine parks. Visitors will only need to cover personal expenses such as transport, accommodation, and meals.

Here is the full list of KWS-managed parks and reserves where Kenyans can enjoy free entry on September 27:

• Aberdare National Park – Nyeri/Nyandarua
• Amboseli National Park – Kajiado
• Central Island National Park – Lake Turkana
• Chyulu Hills National Park – Kibwezi
• Hell’s Gate National Park – Naivasha
• Kakamega Forest National Reserve – Kakamega
• Kisite Mpunguti National Park & Reserve – Shimoni, Kwale
• Kisumu Impala Sanctuary – Kisumu
• Kiunga Marine National Reserve – Lamu
• Kora National Park – Meru/Tana River
• Lake Elementaita Wildlife Sanctuary – Elementaita
• Lake Nakuru National Park – Nakuru
• Malindi Marine National Park & Reserve – Malindi
• Malka Mari National Park – Mandera
• Marsabit National Park – Marsabit
• Meru National Park – Meru/Tharaka Nithi
• Mombasa Marine National Park & Reserve – Mombasa
• Mount Elgon National Park – Bungoma/Trans-Nzoia
• Mount Kenya National Park – Nyeri/Nanyuki/Chogoria
• Mount Longonot National Park – Mai Mahiu
• Mwea National Reserve – Embu
• Nairobi Animal Orphanage – Nairobi
• Nairobi National Park – Nairobi
• Nairobi Safari Walk – Nairobi
• Ndere Island National Park – Kisumu
• Oldonyo Sabuk National Park – Donyo Sabuk Centre
• Ruma National Park – Homa Bay
• Saiwa Swamp National Park – Kitale
• Shimba Hills National Reserve – Kwale
• Sibiloi National Park – Turkana
• South Island National Park – Lake Turkana
• Tsavo East National Park – Voi
• Tsavo West National Park – Mtito Andei
• Watamu Marine National Park & Reserve – Watamu

The free-entry day is part of government efforts to make tourism more inclusive and highlight Kenya’s natural heritage as a national pride.