Nairobi National Park entry fees 2026
Kenya Wildlife Service sets the daily entry fee under Legal Notice No. 160 of 2025, in force from 1 October 2025. Non-resident adults pay $80. Kenya resident adults pay KSh 1,350. East African citizen adults pay KSh 1,000. Children and students pay half.
Short answer (updated October 2026): Nairobi National Park entry costs $80 for a non-resident adult, $40 for an African citizen adult, KSh 1,350 for a Kenya resident adult and KSh 1,000 for a Kenyan citizen adult. Children and students pay less. Fees are per person per day and paid cashless on KWSPay (eCitizen) before or at the gate.
| Visitor category | Daily access fee |
|---|---|
| East African citizen, adult | KSh 1,000 (about $8) |
| East African citizen, child or student | KSh 500 (about $4) |
| Kenya resident, adult | KSh 1,350 (about $10) |
| Kenya resident, child or student | KSh 675 (about $5) |
| African citizen, adult | $40 (KSh 5,200) |
| African citizen, child or student | $20 (KSh 2,600) |
| Non-resident, adult | $80 (KSh 10,400) |
| Non-resident, child or student | $40 (KSh 5,200) |
Pay on KWSPay before the drive. The gates are cashless.
Entrance fees for citizens, residents and foreigners: who sits in which category
| Category | Document to carry | Adult fee | Child or student fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| East African citizen | Passport of an East African partner state. Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan are the countries this category is commonly applied to. | KSh 1,000 (about $8) | KSh 500 (about $4) |
| Kenya resident | Foreign passport plus the Kenya residence document KWS asks for | KSh 1,350 (about $10) | KSh 675 (about $5) |
| African citizen | Passport of an African country that is not in the East African citizen column | $40 (KSh 5,200) | $20 (KSh 2,600) |
| Non-resident | Everyone else. This is the usual rate for visitors from Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Pacific. | $80 (KSh 10,400) | $40 (KSh 5,200) |
| Student | A valid student card where the regulations ask for one, plus the passport that sets the category | Use the child or student column | Use the child or student column |
Nairobi packages and sanctuary fees
KWS also sells a Nairobi Package covering the park, the Nairobi Animal Orphanage and the Nairobi Safari Walk. Details are on the Safari Walk and Animal Orphanage fees page.
| KWS product | East African citizen | Kenya resident | Non-resident | African citizen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park only, adult | KSh 1,000 (about $8) | KSh 1,350 (about $10) | $80 (KSh 10,400) | $40 (KSh 5,200) |
| Park only, child or student | KSh 500 (about $4) | KSh 675 (about $5) | $40 (KSh 5,200) | $20 (KSh 2,600) |
| Nairobi Package, adult | KSh 1,300 (about $10) | KSh 1,750 (about $13) | $105 (KSh 13,650) | $55 (KSh 7,150) |
| Nairobi Package, child or student | KSh 700 (about $5) | KSh 950 (about $7) | $55 (KSh 7,150) | $20 (KSh 2,600) |
| Animal Orphanage or Safari Walk, adult | KSh 300 (about $2) | KSh 405 (about $3) | $25 (KSh 3,250) | $15 (KSh 1,950) |
Other Nairobi attraction fees
| Attraction | Non-resident | Citizen or resident | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giraffe Centre | KSh 1,500 | KSh 400 | Giraffe Centre entry fee |
| Sheldrick elephant nursery | $20 | KSh 2,000 | Sheldrick entry fee |
| Safari Walk or Animal Orphanage | $25 | KSh 300 citizen, KSh 405 resident | Safari Walk fees |
People who may not pay the standard fee
KWS visitor information has long exempted some visitors, including young children, older Kenyan citizens, and persons with disabilities who carry the card KWS accepts. The eCitizen form is the place that applies the exemption. Do not assume a child is free, or that a resident card will be accepted, until the payment screen says so.
Vehicle entry
| Vehicle | KWS vehicle entry, per day |
|---|---|
| Fewer than 6 seats | KSh 600 (about $5) |
| 6 to 12 seats | KSh 1,500 (about $12) |
| 13 to 24 seats | KSh 3,000 (about $23) |
| 25 to 44 seats | KSh 4,500 (about $35) |
| 45 seats and above | KSh 5,000 (about $38) |
Tour prices are separate
Our tours start at KSh 4,500 per person on the weekend Land Cruiser drive, or $300 per group (your group only, park fees paid separately) for a private half-day. Totals with fees are on the safari charges page.
Quick answers
How much is the Nairobi National Park entry fee?
Non-resident adult 80 US dollars, African citizen adult 40 US dollars, Kenya resident adult KSh 1,350, East African citizen adult KSh 1,000. Children and students pay half.
What is the entry fee for Kenyan citizens?
KSh 1,000 per adult and KSh 500 per child or student, paid on KWSPay.
Can I pay at the gate?
Plan to pay online on KWSPay (kwspay.ecitizen.go.ke) by M-Pesa or card before you arrive. The gates are cashless.
Is the park fee included in a tour?
No. Tour prices cover transport, the game drive and the guide. Every guest buys their own KWS ticket.
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