About

Takawiri Island Resort is located in the Takawiri Island that’s one of the maximum unpoilt islands on Lake Victoria, which isn’t handiest the supply of the river Nile. however additionally the second one biggest sparkling water lake in the world.

The lodge is about subsequent to white sandy seashores that extend into unspoilt herbal landscape. A  haven for hippo and a tremendous array of birdlife. The lodge gives a bunch of sports together with snorkeling, swimming, windsurfing and sailing.

The luxurious chalet fashion accommodation gives consolation and privateness for choose cliental. All rooms have sun powered warm water in personal bathrooms.

Takawiri island
Takawiri island

Attractions

The island is different from the rest because of its unique physical features. For starters, the Takawiri Island has white sandy beaches, a feature only seen on Indian Ocean beaches.

The sands are greatly complemented by tall palm trees that greatly compensate for the usual heat in the Nyanza region.

The waters of the lake neighboring Takawiri appear to be a clear blue. Something that is greatly unique for Lake Victoria since the hyacinth invasion. And to top it all off, the island is just the place for bird watching. With many water and land birds calmly inhabiting the space.

Getting to Takawiri Island Resort Lake Victoria

The drive from Nairobi to Mbita took us seven hours (with a stop for lunch in Narok). After which we arranged for a 45 minute minute boat ride with a local fisherman to the island.

You could also fly in to Kabunde Airstrip in Homa Bay County then do some sightseeing first and have the resort arrange for pick up.

To get to Takawiri by public transport, take a ferry or water bus from Mbita to Mfangano Island, which has four scheduled departures during the day.

Takawiri Island Resort Lake Accommodations

  • Rusinga Island Lodge is located 5.9 m away, and this 3.5-star lodge features a winery, a marina, and a full-service spa.
  • White Stone Beach Resort is located 6.9 m away, and this 3-star hotel features free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free parking.
  • Rusinga Blue Ridge Hotel is located 8.8 m away, and this 3-star hotel features free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a business center.

The Nairobi Snake Park is a popular tourist attraction located in Nairobi, Kenya. It was established in 1961 as a research center to study and conserve snakes and other reptiles found in Kenya. Today, it serves as a recreational and educational facility, where visitors can learn about and interact with various reptiles, including snakes, crocodiles, lizards, and tortoises.

The Nairobi Snake Park features a variety of exhibits, including outdoor enclosures and indoor galleries, showcasing a wide range of reptiles, from the venomous black mamba to the giant African python. Visitors can also attend live snake shows and interact with snakes under the guidance of experienced staff.

Nairobi Snake Park
Nairobi Snake Park

The Nairobi Snake Park Attractions

Here are some of the top attractions at the park:

  1. Snake exhibits: The Park is home to over 100 species of snakes, ranging from venomous to non-venomous. Visitors can see snakes up close and learn about their habits and behaviors.
  2. Crocodile exhibit: The park also has a crocodile exhibit, where visitors can observe these fascinating reptiles in their natural habitats.
  3. Reptile village: The Reptile Village is an outdoor exhibit that features a range of reptiles and amphibians, including lizards, geckos, and frogs.
  4. Botanical gardens: The park also has a beautiful botanical garden that features a variety of indigenous plants and trees.
  5. Live snake shows: The park hosts live snake shows, where visitors can watch trained professionals handle some of the park’s most dangerous snakes.
  6. Bird aviary: The park also has a bird aviary that is home to a variety of bird species, including parrots, peacocks, and ostriches.
  7. Primate exhibit: The park also has a primate exhibit that features a variety of monkey species, including baboons and colobus monkeys.
  8. Educational programs: The Park also offers educational programs for visitors, including lectures on snake conservation and ecology.

The Nairobi Snake Park Charges

The Park charges an entrance fee for visitors, and the fee varies depending on your nationality and age. Here is a breakdown of the current fees:

  1. Kenyan adults: Ksh. 500
  2. Kenyan children (3-17 years): Ksh. 250
  3. Resident adults: Ksh. 1,200
  4. Resident children (3-17 years): Ksh. 600
  5. Non-resident adults: USD 20
  6. Non-resident children (3-17 years): USD 12

Note that children under the age of 3 are admitted for free. The park also offers discounted rates for school groups and other organized groups.

How to get there

  1. Matatu: Matatus are the most common form of public transportation in Nairobi. You can take a matatu from the city center to Westlands or Kangemi, and then take another matatu to the Nairobi Snake Park.
  2. Taxi or Uber: Taxis and Uber are readily available in Nairobi, and you can use them to get to the park. It’s always a good idea to negotiate the fare before getting into the taxi to avoid overcharging.
  3. Private vehicle: If you have your own vehicle, you can easily drive to the Nairobi Snake Park. The park is located along Lang’ata Road, and there is ample parking available.

Malka Mari National Park

Malka Mari National Park is a country wide park of Kenya, located alongside the Dawa River at the Kenya-Ethiopia border. It is about 1,500 rectangular kilometers (370,000 acres) in size.

It is offered through the Mandera Airport, and might be the least visited country wide park withinside the nation. The park is in most cases semi-arid bushland and scrubby grassland with riparian forest and alongside the river. There are vegetation withinside the park which might be particular to the area. Malka Mari is an IUCN Category II park specified in 1989.

How to get there

By Road :Take A2 direction of northern Tarmac Road to Isiolo after which continue to Moyale Town at the Ethiopian boarder .From Moyale you’re taking the D504 Road at the jap aspect thru Yabdus and Sara Hills thru Takaba .Drive as a minimum a hundred and sixty km earlier than Diverting to North till you attain Bannissa Town a distance of sixty five km from Takaba.

This Airstrip is in Takaba Town south of Bannissa town. For you to get entry to the Park you want to rent a vehicle, power north to Bannissa thru Takaba-Bannissa Road.

Hotels Malka Mari National Park

  • Malkamari lodge.
  • Banisa Guest House.
  • New people lodge.
  • County Guest House.

Animals

These are the animals you can’t cross lacking in the course of a safari ride in Malka which include reticulated giraffes, lions, noticed hyenas, wild dogs, Cheetahs, Ostriches, Cheetahs, Leopards, antelopes, Vultures, dik diks, Genet amongst others.

Other animals to come across withinside the park are primates like monkeys, baboons, foxes’, zebras, numerous species of antelopes, water species may be visible in dawa river like Hippopotamuses, Nile crocodiles.

You can get excited to rewarded view of the plateaus, hills and valleys. The park has clean nights making it a high-quality area to observe the celebrities even as camping.

Activities

  • Hot Air Ballooning
  • Culture Experience
  • Game Viewing

Central Island National Park

Central Island National park additionally called Crocodile Island. Is a volcanic island placed withinside the center of Lake Turkana in Kenya. It is likewise the area of Central Island National Park, that is ruled through the Kenya Wildlife Service. Furthermore, the biggest lakes in part fill the craters as much as the extensive kilometers and deeps of approximately eighty meters long, the ground of the lake are near sea stage.

Visitors to primary National park can camp alongside the island in a well-prepared campsite on the way to experience the haunting revel in of the lake’s luminous waters wash up onto a black lava seashore in addition to getting excited to the moon because it rises over the menacingly smoking craters accordingly having unforgettable existence revel in on African wasteland island.

How to get there

By Air: Access to Lake Turkana is normally through air and there are all-climate airstrips. Also in Loiyangalani

By Road: The Lake is a 3 day pressure from Nairobi through Marsabit and North Horr, or Maralal and South Horr. Alternatively tour through avenue from Nairobi to Kalokol at the lake’s western shores, thru Kitale and Lodwar. From Kalokol boat lease offerings are to be had to Central Island.

Rates

Citizen

Resident

Non-Resident

Adults

KSH

Child

KSH

Adult

KSH

Child

KSH

Adult

USD

Child

USD

300

215

300

215

25

15

Animals

At Central Island National Park you’ll surely meet hippos, zebras, Grant gazelles, giraffes, lions, monkeys and plenty of species of birds. The maximum thrilling location is Crocodile Lake. This is the location, in East Africa, with the best variety of crocodiles dwelling all accrued in a single environment.

They in most cases are Nile crocodiles, which makes the lake each fascinating and dangerous. Many excursion operators prepare each safaris on foot, with hike journeys to the best factor of the island or across the lakes. But additionally they prepare boat journeys, in an effort to respect the entire island from the outside.

Hotels

Accommodations

  • Rudolf Regency Hotel.
  • The Great Turk- Reef Hotel.
  • Solmar Gracious Hotel.
  • Central Island Campsite.

About Ndele Island National Park

Ndele Island National park is an island on Africa’s biggest inland lake, the lovely Lake Victoria. It is available through boat from the seashore lines of the Lake.

The park is available from Nairobi through street or flight to Kisumu city. From Kisumu city, you’ll take a speedboat immediately to Ndere National Park.

The Ndele island

Because of the proximity to the lake, the weather withinside the park is humid and hot. Ideally, park a few mild garments to your ride to Ndere Island.

How to get there

By road from Kisumu metropolis: Take Kisumu- Bondo avenue branching left after Holo marketplace or left at Kombewa buying centre to the park headquarters sandwiched among Asat and Bao beach.

The park headquarters is 12km farfar from this tarmac avenue. By water from Kisumu: It will take approximately 45min with a velocity boat direct from Kisumu metropolis to Ndere island country wide park.

The scenic Ndere island

Attractions

 Wildlife

Ndere Island country wide park has a fantastic natural world abundance this is most important traveler points of interest being hippos, impalas and Nile crocodiles.

Hippo at the lake

Among different natural world species observed withinside the park consist of the reptiles together with puff adder and the python, troops of monkeys, baboons, the uncommon sitatunga antelopes, zebras, warthogs, waterbucks as they may be visible withinside the park’s swamps.

As nicely different animals to peer withinside the park consist of the reveal lizards and aardvark.

Birds

The park is island haven for birds, protected typically in grassland. Ndere Island gives stunning scenic perspectives of the Homa hills to the south, Magta Island to the east and the glimpses of Kampala in Uganda past the South west horizon.

Birds/photo

The beaches of the Lake helps a extensive type of fowl species. Ndere National park is a domestic to a massive populace of birds with 100 recorded species those birds consist of Great Cormorant.

Long tailed cormorant livestock Egret. little egret, Green- sponsored Heron, Hammerkop, black stork, African open- biled stork, Osprey, Black kite, Banded Snake Eagles, Common Buzzard, Egyptian goose, Helmeted Guinea Fowl and amongst many.

Activities

  • Birding
  • Sport Fishing
  • Boat Rides
  • Game Viewing

Entry Fee

Citizen

Resident

Non – Resident

Adults

KSH

Child

KSH

Adults

KSH

Child

KSH

Adults

USD

Child

USD

300

215

300

215

25

15

 

Tsavo East National Park is one of the oldest and biggest parks in Kenya at 13,747 rectangular kilometers.

Situated in a semi-arid place formerly called the Taru Desert it opened in April 1948. And is positioned close to the city of Voi withinside the Taita-Taveta County of the previous Coast Province.

African wildlife in Tsavo East National Park, Kenya Black and white landscape photography

The park is split into east and west sections via way of means of the A109 avenue and a railway. Named for the Tsavo River, which flows west to east via the countrywide park. It borders the Chyulu Hills National Park, and the Mkomazi Game Reserve in Tanzania.

Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo East National Park Wildlife

The park forms the biggest covered region in Kenya and is domestic to maximum of the bigger mammals, massive herds of dust –pink elephant, Rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, pods of hippo, crocodile, waterbucks, lesser Kudu, gerenuk and the prolific chook lifestyles functions 500 recorded species.

Zebra at the park

Accommodation

There are masses of locations to live withinside the parks. These variety have a water hollow near the belongings making recreation viewing easier.

Location

Tsavo East countrywide park is positioned close to the coast few kilometers a manner from Voi town. The park is located in Taita-Taveta County which turned into officially called the Coast Province.

It borders the Tsavo West countrywide park which turned into a part of the Tsavo East countrywide park.

The park is positioned withinside the South East of the Kenya capital Nairobi, its 250 kilometers far from the city.

 Activities

  • Game drives
  • Bird/nature walks.
  • Camping
  • Visiting Local villages
  • Balloon Safaris
  • Cultural dances

Tsavo East National Park Rates 

NON RESIDENTS (USD)

Adults                     52$

Children                 35$

Students                  35$

FOREIGN RESIDENTS (KSH)

Adults                      1,030ksh

Children                   515ksh

CITIZENS /EAST AFRICAN CITIZENS (KSH)

Adults                        515ksh

Children                      215ksh

ANNUAL PASSES

Adults                                                     43,100ksh

Child                                                       10,340ksh

Corporates                                               103,440ksh

Tour drivers                                             6,000ksh

Other Tsavo national park fees charges (KSH)

Charge per Vehicle per day

5 seater and below   300Ksh

6 to 12 seats              1,030Ksh

13 to 24 seats             2,535Ksh

25 to 44 seats              4,050Ksh

44 seats and above       5000Ksh

Aircrafts per single landing (Kshs)

Aircrafts less than 3 seats                 300ksh

3 to 6 seats                                      500ksh

7 to 14 seats                                    1000ksh

15 to 20 seats                                   2,155ksh

21 and above seats                           3,015ksh

Saiwa Swamp National Park

Saiwa Swamp National Park is the smallest national park in Kenya. Essentially, it protects a swamp fed by the Saiwa River that provides sanctuary to a viable population of the rare Sitatunga antelope.

The swamp has several lookout towers that overlook it, and one can almost guarantee sightings with a little patience. Access to the park is only possible on foot.

Animals

Furthermore the main attraction of the park is the semi-aquatic Sitatunga antelope. Other herbivores include the Bohor antelope, the Defassa antelope, and the antelope. Observers can observe several species of primates in the canopy.

The trail commonly hosts black and white colobus monkeys and blue monkeys, while vervet monkeys can often be found near the entrance. Also You may encounter the very rare Brazza monkey at the edge of the swamp.

Location

Saiwa Swamp National Park is positioned close to Kitale in the Rift Valley Province. It lies 22 km from the town.

How to get there

By plane: It can be reached by plane from Nairobi Airport to Kitale Airport (KIT). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is located immediately southeast (15 km/9 miles) of Nairobi.

Kenya’s second international airport, Moi International Airport (MBA) is located 9 km/6 miles west of Mombasa for visitors wondering how to get to Kenya.

NBO Airport is 15 km/9 miles southeast of Nairobi and a Kenyan visa will most likely be required to enter the country. By Road: Saiwa Swamp National Park is 385 km/7.5 hours drive west of Nairobi.

Rates

  • Price: For citizens of Kenya
    Adults: KSH 350
    Child: KSH 200
  • For residents of Kenya
    Adults: KSH 600
    Child: KSH 350
  • For non residents of Kenya
    Adult: USD 25
    Child: USD 15

When to go

All round the year. However, the lead roads can come to be quickly impassable in the course of an intense moist season. The Park is open daily, from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. No access after 6:15 p.m.

About H12 Kipalo Hills

H12 Kipalo Hills this family-pleasant resort is  (29.4 km) from Tsavo East National Park and (49.7 km) from Tsavo River Bridge. Conveniences encompass desks and complimentary bottled water, and house responsibilities is supplied day by day.

Additional functions at this resort encompass concierge services, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), and a picnic area. Dining Satisfy your urge for food for lunch or dinner on the resort’s restaurant, or live in and take benefit of the room service (at some point of constrained hours).

luxury-suite-with-ensuite

Business, Other Amenities Featured facilities encompass a 24-hour the front desk, laundry facilities, and a library.

Food and Drinks

Food and Drinks Hygiene Individually-wrapped meals alternatives are to be had. Individually-wrapped meals alternatives are to be had via room service.

Social distancing measures are in vicinity at some stage in the property. Hotel workforce wears private protecting gadget in any respect times. Acrylic shields or bodily obstacles were located among workforce and visitors in suitable areas.

 Rates

Tent
Double/Twin Sharing
Single Occupancy
3rd Feb 2022 – 14th Apr 2022 KES 17,760/- PPS KES ‭19,870/- PP
15th Apr 2022 – 17th Apr 2022 KES 19,200/- PPS KES 22,560/- PP
18th Apr 2022 – 30th Jun 2022 KES 17,760/- PPS KES ‭19,870/- PP
1st Jul 2022 – 31st Oct 2022 KES 19,200/- PPS KES 22,560/- PP
1st Nov 2022 – 15th Dec 2022 KES 17,760/- PPS KES ‭19,870/- PP

 

Kipalo Hills Rates are in KES, Per Person Sharing (Full Board), Per Night

Rates cover:

H12 Kipalo hills photo

  • Accommodation on Full Board Basis.
  • Mineral Water With Meals and in the Room.
  • Soft Drinks, Juices.
  • Guided Bush Walks.
  • 1 Game Drive within the Conservancy.
  • Christmas themed buffet lunch & Dinner.

Dinning/photo

Rates Exclude: Drinks, Tsavo National Park Fees, Mbulia Conservancy Fees and other Extras.

Christmas (25.12.) and New Year’s Eve (31.12.) supplement USD 50 per person per night.
Minimum  Stay(Christmas): 3 Nights.
Luxury Family Suite supplement: USD 35/- Per Person Per Night.

Accommodation

Accommodation Double Room Tent – Each of the 8 luxurious double cellular tents has an en-suite flushing lavatory and a conventional safari shower. The tents are both dual or double with room for an additional bed.

Accommodations

The tents are positioned a ways aside and all experience tremendous perspectives of the stunning surroundings and impenetrable barren region throughout the Mbulia Conservancy plains that stretches as a ways as the attention can see.

Activities

  • Guided walks with KWS trained rangers
  • Bush Survival Walks
  • Helicopter Safaris
  • Game Drives
  • Bird watching
  • Cooking classes
  • Archery
  • Artist in Residence
  • Outdoor Pool

Spacious swimming pool

About Ol Tukai Lodge

Ol Tukai Lodge is a safari lodge located within the Amboseli National Park in Kenya, East Africa. The lodge offers guests a luxurious safari experience in the heart of the African wilderness, with stunning views of the nearby Mount Kilimanjaro.

Ol Tukai Lodge

The lodge is also home to a large swimming pool, spa and wellness center, as well as a range of dining options serving a variety of delicious local and international cuisine. Overall, Ol Tukai Lodge is a great option for anyone looking for an unforgettable safari experience in Kenya.

Activities

  • Birding Nature Walks
  • Traditional Masai Dancing
  • Game Drives
  • Conference Facilities.
  • Sudowner cock tails
  • spa treatment
  • Bush break fast and Dinner

Ol Tukai Lodge Accommodation

There are 80 luxury chalet-style double or twin rooms at Ol Tukai Lodge. It has various accommodation options to suit different needs and preferences. Here are some of the accommodation options available at the lodge:

  1. Standard Rooms: These are spacious en-suite rooms that can accommodate up to three guests. The rates for the standard rooms start at around $300 per person per night, depending on the season.
  2. Deluxe Rooms: These are larger rooms that can accommodate up to four guests. The rates for the deluxe rooms start at around $400 per person per night, depending on the season.
  3. Suites: These are the most luxurious accommodation options at Ol Tukai Lodge, offering spacious living areas, private outdoor Jacuzzis, and stunning views of the park. The rates for the suites start at around $550 per person per night, depending on the season.

All the rates above are inclusive of full-board accommodation, which includes all meals, tea and coffee, and snacks. The rates also include game drives, guided nature walks, and other lodge activities. Please note that the rates are subject to change and may vary depending on the time of the year and the availability of the rooms.

How to get there

  1. By air: The nearest airport to Amboseli National Park is the Amboseli Airport, which is serviced by local airlines such as Air Kenya and Safarilink.
  2. By road: The lodge can also be accessed by road from Nairobi, which is approximately a 4-hour drive away. The lodge provides transfers from Nairobi or other nearby locations.
  3. By private charter: For a more exclusive and convenient option, guests can arrange for a private charter flight to land at the nearby airstrip in Amboseli National Park.

Contacts

Address: Amboseli National Park, Kenya

Phone: +254 20 4446651 / +254 20 4447320 / +254 20 4447106

Email: reservations@oltukailodge.com

Website: www.oltukailodge.com

About Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park

Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park is a protected area located in the southern coast of Kenya, near the border with Tanzania. They established an area of approximately 39 square kilometers, including four small islands and a coral reef ecosystem, in 1978.

The park is home to a diverse range of marine life, including over 250 species of reef fish, dolphins, sea turtles, and various species of coral. It is also an important breeding ground for humpback whales, which migrate to the area between July and October.

Activities that visitors can enjoy at the park include snorkeling, scuba diving, and boat tours. The park has designated snorkeling and diving areas, and visitors are required to obtain permits before engaging in these activities.

The park is managed by the Kenya Wildlife Service, and there are strict regulations in place to protect the delicate marine ecosystem. Visitors are advised to follow these regulations and to be mindful of their impact on the environment.

Location

On the southern coast of Kenya close to Shimoni and south of Wasini Island, close to the Tanzanian border. Kisite Mpunguti is 120 km (75 m) from Mombasa and 605 km (375m) from Nairobi.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park is during the dry season, which runs from December to March and from July to October. During this time, the weather is usually sunny and dry, and visibility for snorkeling and diving is excellent. The seas are calm, making it easier to access the park by boat and engage in water-based activities.

The months of July to October are also an ideal time for whale watching, as this is when humpback whales migrate to the area to breed and give birth. Visitors may also have the opportunity to spot other marine mammals such as dolphins and sea turtles.

Attraction

Here are some of the main attractions available at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park:

  1. Snorkeling and Diving: The park is home to some of the best snorkeling and diving sites in East Africa. With clear waters and diverse marine life, including colorful fish, sea turtles, dolphins, and even whale sharks.
  2. Coral Reefs: The park’s coral reefs are some of the healthiest in the region, providing a habitat for a variety of marine species. Including more than 200 different types of fish and over 50 species of coral.
  3. Marine Life: Besides fish and coral, the park is also home to other marine species. Including sea turtles, dolphins, octopuses, eels, and more.
  4. Boat Tours: Visitors can take a boat tour around the park to explore its beautiful coastline and spot marine life.
  5. Bird Watching: The park is also a haven for birdwatchers, with over 200 species of birds recorded in the area, including African fish eagles, kingfishers, and ospreys.
  6. Island Hopping: The park is located near several small islands, including Wasini Island, which is known for its traditional Swahili villages, beautiful beaches, and seafood restaurants.
  7. Cultural Experiences: Visitors can also learn about the local Swahili culture by visiting nearby villages, including Shimoni and Gazi, and experiencing traditional music, food, and crafts.

 Entry Fees

a) High Season Charges (July – February)

E.A Citizens/ Kenyan Residents

Adult: Kshs 200

Child/Student: Kshs 125

Non-Residents

Adult: $15

Child/Student: $10

b) Low Season (March – June)

E.A Citizens/ Kenyan Residents

Adult: Kshs 150

Child/Student: Kshs 125

Non-Residents

Adult: $10

Child/Student: $10

Award

Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park and Reserve makes records as Kenya’s first Blue Park. To be provided through the Marine Conservation Institute with a gold degree Blue Park Award

For reaching the best science-primarily based totally requirements for marine existence safety and management.