Park Fee & Entrance
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Park Fees
What it costs to enter Nairobi National Park, by visitor category and by vehicle.
Entry fees
Charged per person, per day
| Visitor category | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Kenyan / EAC citizen | KES 1,000 | KES 500 |
| Resident | KES 1,350 | KES 675 |
| African citizen (non-EAC) | USD 40 | USD 20 |
| International visitor | USD 80 | USD 40 |
Vehicle fees
Charged per vehicle, per day
| Vehicle type | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 to 6 seater | KES 600 |
| 6 to 12 seater | KES 1,500 |
| 13 to 24 seater | KES 3,000 |
| 25 to 44 seater | KES 4,500 |
| 45+ seater | KES 5,000 |
A few things worth knowing
- Vehicle entry fees are charged separately from individual entry fees
- Payments are cashless only, via KWS-approved platforms such as eCitizen, KWS Pay, card, or M-Pesa
- Valid identification is required to qualify for Kenyan, EAC, or resident rates
- Children under 3 years may be admitted free, subject to KWS policy
- All fees are set by the Kenya Wildlife Service and are subject to change
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Park Rules
A short list of what to expect, and what's expected of you, when you visit Nairobi National Park.
Entry and fees
- Enter only during official opening hours
- Pay the required park entry fees
- Follow instructions from park rangers at all times
Prohibited items and activities
- No firearms or weapons, unless authorised
- No drugs or excessive alcohol
- No hunting, fishing, or trapping
- No drones without special permission
Pets and animals
- No pets allowed in the park
Environment and cleanliness
- No littering, take everything out with you
- Do not pick plants, collect rocks, or disturb nature
- No fires except in designated picnic areas
Wildlife safety
- Do not feed animals, this is seriously dangerous
- Keep a safe distance from all wildlife
- Stay inside your vehicle unless in an approved area
- Never tease, provoke, or call animals
Movement and driving
- Stay on designated roads and tracks at all times
- No off-road driving, it damages habitats
- Observe speed limits, usually 40 to 50 km/h
- Do not block animals or chase them for photos
Rangers have the final word. If a ranger asks you to stop, slow down, or move on, that instruction overrides anything above.