Mwingi Game Reserve
Bordering Meru and Kora National Parks, Mwingi National Reserve remains remote, hot and dry and utterly unspoiled just like her neighbors. The reserve is classified as a wilderness activity zone that allows for fly camping, fishing, camel and horseback safaris for the intrepid visitor as opportunities for traditional game viewing are extremely limited. Wildlife populations are fairly low, but hippo, crocodile, buffalo and warthog are present.
By road: From Nairobi via Thika to Mwingi then North-East through Kyuso village.
From Meru National Park through Adamson’s Bridge via Kora National Park. There are also efforts by Kitui County Government to increase the accessibility to Mwingi national reserve.
MWINGI GAME RESERVE |
Citizen |
Resident |
Non-Resident |
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Adults KSH |
Child KSH |
Adult KSH |
Child KSH |
Adult USD |
Child USD |
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250 |
100 |
250 |
100 |
20 |
10 |
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MODE OF PAYMENT: Through Ecitizen (https://kws.ecitizen.go.ke/ ) via MPesa, Visa Card, RTGS ,Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Security/Guided tour per guide:
• Ksh. 1,720 – up to 4 hours
• Ksh. 3,015 – Over 4 hours
Vehicle Charges Per Day
No. of Seats
• Less than 6 seats - KSH.300
• 6-12 seats - KSH.1,030
• 13-24seats - KSH.2,585
• 25-44 seats - KSH.4,050
• 45 seats and above - KSH.5,000
Wildlife
Due to the fact that Mwingi national reserve is bordered by other reserves it is frequently visited by different animals from the neighboring parks. Animals that are found in Mwingi national reserve Caracal, elephant, hippo, leopard, lion and several antelope species among others.
What to take with you
Whether camping or just visiting for a day trip, visitors are advised to carry with them the following; personal effects, clean drinking water, food, camping equipment if the visitor intends to stay overnight.
Also important are; Camera, binoculars, sunscreen, insect repellant, first aid kit, sunglasses, appropriate hiking and reserve car fuel if intending to be in the park longer.
Major attractions include the Adamson’s Falls, fishing and boating on Tana River and tour of Kampi ya Simba, the former home of Joy and George Adamson and the grave of Elsa the lioness.
The fact that Mwingi National reserve is bordered by Meru and Kora National Parks, it is frequently visited by different animal species from these parks. Animals that are found in Mwingi national reserve Caracal, elephant, hippo, leopard, lion and several antelope species among others.
There is currently no accommodation in the reserve but this is available through self-catering accommodation inside Meru National Park and the neighboring Mwingi and Thika towns.
Toll Free: 0800 597 000
Email: koramwingi@gmail.com
