There are some 54 Kenya National Parks and Reserves, with many sanctuaries and private conservancies all over the country.
Nairobi National Park was the first park that was formed in 1946 and borders now almost directly onto the city. You will see the boundaries when you come in from the airport.
The private conservancies work closely together with the Kenya Wildlife Services, KWS. The responsibility for the management of the National Reserves, the Maasai Mara is one of them, is in constant fluctuation and being discussed on a regular base. It is mainly under the oversight of the country councils.
KWS is responsible for managing the National Parks, to protect the wildlife from poaching and from bushmeat opportunists, which is a huge problem all over Africa.
The Marine National Parks and Reserves fall under their restrictions and management as well.
Lake Naivasha does not really fall under any of these managements, nevertheless a wonderful lovely place to visit and it is often part of the safari circuit.
Protecting these Parks and Reserves are getting more and more important, as our population is growing incredibly fast and resources are running low for both humans and animals. These natural pockets supply us all with water, trees and fresh air.
Considering that only about 10% of Kenya's Nature and Animals are under protection, shows how precious this all is! It will require for us All to pull together, locals & visitors, to safeguard what is still left for future generations and for All of us, Humans AND Animals, as we are all connected
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Kenya National Parks:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Aberdare national park
- Meru national park
- Mount kenya national park
- Nairobi national park
- Tsavo east national park
- Tsavo west national park
Kenya National Reserves:
- Kakamega Forest National Reserve
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Marsabit National Reserve
- Mount Elgon National Reserve
- Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Reserves
Kenya National Parks & Reserves on the Coast:
- Shimba Hills National Reserve
- Kisite Marine National Park
- Malindi and Watamu Marine Parks and Reserves