Discover Saiwa Swamp National Park
A veritable haven for nature lovers, the Saiwa Swamp National Park is a forested paradise filled with exotic flowers, trees, and birds. It is also the habitat of the rare and endangered semi-aquatic Sitatunga antelope and a preserve for the rare De Brazza’s monkey.
Within these tropical wetlands and mosaic of riverine forest, sedges, and acacia woodlands, with fringing dense rushes and grass bedsBird life is abundant. Water birds include the lesser jacana, grey heron, and the African black duck while the forest shelters the Narina trogons, the collared and orange-tufted sunbird, the yellow bishop, Hatlaub’s marsh widow bird, and the Noisy Ross’s turacos which are difficult to miss.
Why Go on safari in Saiwa Swamp National Park
Saiwa Swamp National Park is located near Kitale, in Trans-Nzoia County, Rift Valley Province, Kenya. It is the smallest national park in Kenya, only 3 km², and was created as habitat for the Sitatunga, a rare aquatic antelope. There are a variety of trees at the national park.
Within this tropical wetlands and mosaic of riverine forest, sedges and acacia woodlands, with fringing dense rushes and grass bedsBird life is abundant. Water birds include the lesser jacana, grey heron and the African black duck while the forest shelters the Narina trogons, the collared and orange-tufted sunbird, the yellow bishop, Hatlaub’s marsh widow bird and the Noisy Ross’s turacos which are difficult to miss.
Saiwa Swamp National Park Entry Fees
| Category | Adults | Children/Students |
| Kenyan Citizens/Residents | Ksh 300 | Ksh 125 |
| Non-Residents | USD 25 | USD 15 |
Please note that these fees are subject to change, and it’s advisable to verify the current rates before planning your visit.
Best Time to Visit Saiwa Swamp National Park
Generally, Kenya is best to visit in the dry-season months of July – October when the parks are dry and wildlife viewing is dramatic, easy, and action-packed.
1st April to June 15th and 15th Nov to 15th Dec
If you are looking for an intimate exclusive safari but affordable Kenya Safari, this is the best time to visit. The best places to visit include the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu, and lake Nakuru among many others.
Jan 10th to 1st April and 1st Nov to 15th Dec
One of the most considered seasons to travel and visit East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Easy to spot the big five and the big cats of the Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Samburu other major parks.
15th June to 30th Oct, 15th Dec to 10th Jan
An action-filled season to witness the great wildebeest migration and crossings in Kenya is during this season. In case you are looking for the best adventures, then this is the best fit for you
How to Get to Saiwa Swamp National Park
Saiwa Swamp National Park is located in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya, about 385 km northwest of Nairobi. The park is accessible by road via Kitale, which is approximately 25 km south of the park. From Kitale, travelers take the Kitale-Kapenguria road to Kipsaina, then follow a 5 km dirt road to the park’s main entrance.
For those traveling by air, the nearest airstrip is Kitale Airstrip, which receives scheduled flights from Nairobi. From the airstrip, visitors can hire a taxi or use private transport to reach the park. The roads are generally accessible, though a 4WD vehicle may be necessary during the rainy season.
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