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East Africa park fees and permits

Compare published entry and permit references for 56 parks, reserves and protected areas across six destinations. Find your park below, then check the visitor category, dates and charging unit. Unconfirmed prices are labelled.

Nobu Safaris editorial8 min readUpdated 20 October 2026
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Find your park

Kenya

Park or protected areaAdult entry or activity reference
Maasai Mara National ReserveUSD 100 · Non-resident · Per person, 06:00–18:00 ticket · 1 January–30 June
USD 200 · Non-resident · Per person, 06:00–18:00 ticket · 1 July–31 December
Amboseli National ParkUSD 90 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Nairobi National ParkUSD 80 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Lake Nakuru National ParkUSD 90 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Tsavo East National ParkUSD 80 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Tsavo West National ParkUSD 80 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Meru National ParkUSD 70 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Aberdare National ParkUSD 70 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Mount Kenya National ParkUSD 70 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Hell’s Gate National ParkUSD 50 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Shimba Hills National ReserveUSD 50 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Chyulu Hills National ParkUSD 40 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Watamu Marine National ParkUSD 25 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Malindi Marine National ParkUSD 25 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Protected AreaUSD 25 · Non-resident · Per person, single access up to 24 hours · Published October 2025 schedule
Ol Pejeta ConservancyUSD 110 · Non-resident · Per person; single entry for day visitors, 24 hours for overnight guests · 1 January–31 December 2026 · 1 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
Samburu National ReserveUSD 85 · Non-resident · Published entrance amount; ticket duration not stated · 2025 schedule in enacted Act · Current application unconfirmed
Lewa Wildlife ConservancyCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
Mara Naboisho ConservancyCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
Mara North ConservancyCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
Olare Motorogi ConservancyCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.

Tanzania

Park or protected areaAdult entry or activity reference
Serengeti National ParkTZS 178,850 (≈ US$68) · Non-Resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 16 May 2026 to 14 Mar 2027
Ngorongoro Conservation AreaUSD 60 · Non-East African · Area entry; main page states single entry / 24 hours · Safari Portal · confirmation required
USD 70.80 · Non-East African · Area entry; main page states single entry / 24 hours · Main tariff page · confirmation required
Tarangire National ParkTZS 127,750 (≈ US$48) · Non-Resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 16 May 2026 to 14 Mar 2027
Lake Manyara National ParkTZS 127,750 (≈ US$48) · Non-Resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 16 May 2026 to 14 Mar 2027
Arusha National ParkTZS 127,750 (≈ US$48) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 16 May 2026 to 14 Mar 2027
Gombe National ParkTZS 255,500 (≈ US$97) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
Katavi National ParkTZS 76,650 (≈ US$29) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
Kilimanjaro National ParkTZS 178,850 (≈ US$68) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
Mahale Mountains National ParkTZS 204,400 (≈ US$78) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
Mkomazi National ParkTZS 76,650 (≈ US$29) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
Nyerere National ParkTZS 178,850 (≈ US$68) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 16 May 2026 to 14 Mar 2027
Ruaha National ParkTZS 76,650 (≈ US$29) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
Saadani National ParkTZS 76,650 (≈ US$29) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027
Udzungwa Mountain National ParkTZS 76,650 (≈ US$29) · Non-resident · Per person per 24 hours · Dated entry tariff · 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027

Uganda

Park or protected areaAdult entry or activity reference
Bwindi Impenetrable National ParkRegular Gorilla tracking — Foreign non-resident: USD 800 · Per person / activity permit · Through 31 December 2026.
Mgahinga Gorilla National ParkRegular Gorilla tracking — Foreign non-resident: USD 800 · Per person / activity permit · Through 31 December 2026.
Kibale National ParkRegular Chimpanzee tracking — Foreign non-resident: USD 250 · Per person / activity permit · Through 31 December 2026.
Queen Elizabeth National ParkUSD 40 · Foreign non-resident · Per person, 24 hours from entry · Through 31 December 2026 · 1 Jul 2024 to 31 Dec 2026
Murchison Falls National ParkUSD 45 · Foreign non-resident · Per person, 24 hours from entry · Through 31 December 2026 · 1 Jul 2024 to 31 Dec 2026
Kidepo Valley National ParkUSD 40 · Foreign non-resident · Per person, 24 hours from entry · Through 31 December 2026 · 1 Jul 2024 to 31 Dec 2026
Lake Mburo National ParkUSD 40 · Foreign non-resident · Per person, 24 hours from entry · Through 31 December 2026 · 1 Jul 2024 to 31 Dec 2026
Semuliki National ParkUSD 35 · Foreign non-resident · Per person, 24 hours from entry · Through 31 December 2026 · 1 Jul 2024 to 31 Dec 2026
Rwenzori Mountains National ParkUSD 35 · Foreign non-resident · Per person, 24 hours from entry · Through 31 December 2026 · 1 Jul 2024 to 31 Dec 2026
Mount Elgon National ParkUSD 35 · Foreign non-resident · Per person, 24 hours from entry · Through 31 December 2026 · 1 Jul 2024 to 31 Dec 2026

Rwanda

Park or protected areaAdult entry or activity reference
Volcanoes National ParkUSD 1,500 · Foreigner — gorilla tracking permit · Per person, gorilla tracking permit · Live portal checked 20 October 2026 · Current application unconfirmed
Akagera National ParkUSD 100 · International visitor · Per person, one day visit or one night inside the park · 2026 schedule
Nyungwe National ParkRegular Chimpanzee tracking — International visitor: USD 150 · Per person · 2025–2026 schedule.
Gishwati-Mukura National ParkCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.

Ethiopia

Park or protected areaAdult entry or activity reference
Simien Mountains National ParkETB 90 · Foreign tourist · Per person; entrance only · Daily basis; the park does not state a rolling 24-hour entitlement · Current application unconfirmed
Bale Mountains National ParkETB 90 · Foreign tourist · Per person; entrance only · Per 24 hours · Current application unconfirmed

Zanzibar

Park or protected areaAdult entry or activity reference
Chumbe Island Coral ParkCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
Jozani–Chwaka Bay National ParkCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
Menai Bay Conservation AreaCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
Mnemba Island Marine Conservation AreaCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
Pemba Channel Conservation AreaCurrent standalone entry amount unconfirmed; see access and source notes.
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Read the fee before using it

  • Match nationality, residence and age to the stated visitor category.
  • Check whether the unit is a day, rolling entry period, night, vehicle, group or activity.
  • Use the stated source period; a check date does not extend an old tariff.
  • Keep native currencies and stated tax treatment; obtain the actual payable breakdown.
  • Confirm which permit or package already includes entry, guides or other charges.

What park fees include, park fees for families and primate permit costs explain the common questions.

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From a fee reference to a complete trip

How much does a safari cost? connects authority fees to accommodation, transport and the route. Compare safari quotations gives you a checklist for the written inclusions.

Sources last checked 20 October 2026. These pages do not sell tickets or establish permit availability. Confirm the operative tariff and access arrangements for the dates you intend to travel.

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A few things worth knowing

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Where can I find a particular park’s fee?

Choose one of the six destination references or use the park list. Detailed guides show published categories, ages, entry periods, additional charges and source links. Areas with unresolved current amounts are identified in their destination guide.

Are park fees the same as gorilla or chimpanzee permits?

No. An activity permit can have its own age limit, date and inclusions. Some include ordinary admission and a guide; others require entry as an additional charge.

Does a safari quotation always include park fees?

Check the written inclusions. Ask for each park, activity, conservancy, concession, vehicle and guide charge to be identified for the actual route.

Are all published amounts confirmed for my travel dates?

No. Each guide distinguishes dated current records, undated published references, historical sources and unresolved amounts. Confirm the applicable schedule before payment.

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