Tsavo park fees 2026 at a glance
Tsavo East and Tsavo West are two national parks run by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). Both are on the same rate line, but they are not one ticket. A daily fee gives you one entry for up to 24 hours. There is no free re-entry and no free change to the other park, so budget one fee per park and per day.
The rates below are the tariff in force since 1 October 2025 and apply in 2026. Non-residents usually pay in US dollars, residents and citizens in Kenyan shillings. If you would rather book a ready-made trip, look at our Tsavo safari tours and check what each one includes.
Tsavo entry fees by visitor type
Per person and park, for up to 24 hours. Rates for 2026.
| Visitor type | Adult | Child or qualifying student |
|---|---|---|
| East African citizen, including Kenya | KES 1,000 | KES 500 |
| Kenya resident | KES 1,350 | KES 675 |
| African citizen outside the East African Community | $40 | $20 |
| Non-resident, all other visitors | $80 | $40 |
For most visitors from overseas, budget $80 per adult and $40 per child, for each park and each day. Tsavo has no separate high-season and low-season rates.
Our pick: a tour without park entry in the price
On this three-day trip from Nairobi the park entry for Tsavo East and Tsavo West is extra, which makes it a clear case for planning the fees separately.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Tsavo tours and safaris
Game drives and safaris in Tsavo East and Tsavo West with live prices and availability. Check whether the park entry is part of the price.
Who counts as resident, child or student
The categories decide which rate you pay.
Resident
The resident rate needs a valid Kenyan residence permit. A tourist visa or an eTA is not proof of residence.
Children
The child rate covers ages 5 to under 18. Children aged 5 and younger are exempt, so for a child who is exactly five, confirm the amount at the gate or with KWS before you go.
Students
Students pay the child rate up to age 23. The visit must be an organised, documented educational visit by a recognised institution.
Exemptions
Kenyan citizens aged 70 and over, people with disabilities, and registered tour drivers, guides, boat crew and porters who meet the tariff's conditions are exempt. This does not apply to all foreign seniors.
Vehicle, ranger and walking safari charges
These come on top of the entry fee. Rates for 2026.
| Charge | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle, fewer than 6 seats | KES 600 per day | Seat category, not the number of people on board |
| Vehicle, 6–12 seats | KES 1,500 per day | – |
| Vehicle, 13–24 seats | KES 3,000 per day | – |
| Vehicle, 25–44 seats | KES 4,500 per day | – |
| Vehicle, 45 seats or more | KES 5,000 per day | – |
| Ranger security escort | KES 2,000 for up to 4 hours, KES 4,000 for longer | Per group and ranger, at least 2 rangers, not a private guide fee |
| Walking safari | KES 3,000 for East African citizens and residents, $50 for African citizens and non-residents | Per person, day and park, groups of up to 10, entry and security extra |
For a typical visitor with a small car or safari vehicle, the vehicle fee is the smallest part of the bill. Entry is the main cost.
Combination packages with Amboseli
For non-residents there are two packages that include Amboseli. Tsavo West with Amboseli costs $150 for adults and $80 for children and students. Tsavo East, Tsavo West and Amboseli costs $215 for adults and $115 for children and students. The rules on how long the packages last, in which order you use them and whether re-entry is allowed are set by KWS, so confirm them before you plan a route. For the Amboseli side, see Amboseli park fees.
How to pay
Plan on paying without cash.
KWS eCitizen
eCitizen is the payment route for park fees. Pay before you travel and keep the confirmation on your phone.
Cards and M-Pesa
eCitizen accepts M-Pesa and Visa and Mastercard. That does not mean a card works at every gate, so do not count on cash or card at the barrier.
Group bookings
Group or vehicle fees are not a per person price. Divide them only after you know the seat category of your vehicle.
Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary has its own fees
The private Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary sets its own entry fees, and a Tsavo fee does not cover it. Gates run from 06:00 to 18:00. Adults pay KES 600 for East African residents and $40 for non-residents. Children aged 5 to 11 pay KES 300 or $20. Fees apply from age 5. Vehicles pay $5 per night for 4–12 seats, $10 for 13–24, $15 for 25–44 and $20 for 45 or more. Overnight and full board rates do not include the sanctuary entry. Check the current rates before you go, and see Taita Hills.
Camping is charged separately
Camping fees are separate from entry, and staying overnight does not replace the entry fee. See where to stay for campsite rates.
Tsavo park fees: frequently asked questions
How much is entry to Tsavo National Park in 2026?
Non-resident adults pay $80 per park and day, and children and qualifying students $40. Kenya residents pay KES 1,350 for adults and KES 675 for children. East African citizens pay KES 1,000 and KES 500.
Is there one ticket for Tsavo East and Tsavo West?
No. There is no combined ticket for the two parks. A daily fee covers one entry to one park for up to 24 hours, so plan one fee per park and per day.
Do children pay the full fee?
No. Children from age 5 to under 18 pay the child rate, for example $40 for non-residents. Children aged 5 and younger are exempt, so confirm the amount for a five-year-old.
How do I pay the Tsavo entry fee?
Through KWS eCitizen, before you travel. eCitizen accepts M-Pesa and Visa and Mastercard, but do not rely on cash or card at the gate.
Does a lodge or campsite stay include the entry fee?
No. Accommodation does not replace the park entry fee, and camping is charged separately.
Is this the official Tsavo website?
No. This is an independent travel guide. The rates come from the Kenya Wildlife Service tariff, so confirm the current amounts with KWS before you pay.