Buffalo Springs National Reserve Entrance Fee

Find out all you need to know about Buffalo Springs National Reserve Entrance Fee in this blog. Enjoy your trip in advance!

Buffalo Springs National Reserve’s Location

Buffalo Springs National Reserve is conveniently located along the longest River, Ewaso Ny’iro River in Samburu, located in Isiolo County. It also borders two other National reserves, which are Samburu National Park and Shaba National Reserve.

Buffalo Springs is named after an oasis of clear water located on the western end of the reserve and is one of the best destinations in Kenya if you are looking to spend quality time and spot the rare animals found in the reserve.

Did You Know: During the Second World War, a bomber mistook buffalo for people and blew a bomb that formed a crater and created a spring, which is how Buffalo Springs was formed, and it currently provides water for the wildlife at the reserve.

Animals to be Found at Buffalo Springs National Reserve

Buffalo Springs provides you with the opportunity to see wildlife and over 300 bird species. The animals you will spot include:

• Beisa Oryx
• Gerenuk
• Reticulated Giraffe
• Grevy’s Zebra
• Somali Ostrich

Apart from the legendary Samburu Five, other wildlife you will spot include lions, waterbucks, cheetahs, African buffalo, leopards, hyenas, crocodiles, giraffes, elephants, and elands, among other animals.

Buffalo Springs National Reserve Accomodations

During your getaway or vacation at Buffalo Springs, you will also find that there are accommodations that scream luxury and give you the opportunity to spot wildlife from the comfort of your room. It is highly advisable to visit during the dry season for better wildlife sightings, but you can visit anytime of the year, and you are guaranteed an unforgettable experience.

Bufffalo Springs National Reserve Entry Fee

Whether you are a citizen, resident, or non-resident, there are entry park fees to help facilitate wildlife protection, support the local community, and fund conservation, among other things. The fee may vary depending on whether you are an international visitor or a Kenyan resident/citizen. Another thing that makes the fee vary is age.

Children under 3 years old usually get free entry regardless of their citizenship, but you should confirm with the park prior to your visit because it may vary due to gate policies.

For the Kenyan citizens and residents, the fee is the same. This also applies to residents of the East African Community in general. Children below 18 years old are required to pay an entrance fee of KES 800, and adults are required to pay a KES 1,200 entrance fee.

The standard entrance fee for international visitors is $80, and $45 for adults, and children respectively, for each individual.

On top of the individual entrance fee, vehicle entry charges are billed separately for registered motor vehicles and are charged according to the vehicle type. The following charges are a fee per vehicle per day.

Vehicles are categorized into three classes: saloon car, minibus/van, and bus/track. The fee for a saloon car is KES 400, a Minibus/Van is charged at KES 1,200, and KES 2,400 for the bus/Truck. These charges often apply to the self-drive individuals but are generally included in your package if you are using a tour company for your safari. It is advised to confirm with your preferred tour company before booking.

Kindly note: Vehicles are required to be 4X4 so as to access some sections of the reserve comfortably, especially during the rainy season.

Buffalo Springs National Reserve Requirements

For International visitors and tourists in Kenya for holiday, transit, or work, you need to have your foreign passports or business visas. Residents and citizens of the East Africa Community, which includes Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, South Sudan, and Burundi, are required to have their passport, National ID, or work permit to prove their status at the gate.

You are advised to make payments electronically using M-Pesa, a mobile money transfer app, or using a Visa/MasterCard debit or credit card. Cash is also accepted, but is not often encouraged to pay in cash.

The ticket bought will be valid from 6.00 am to 6.00 pm on the specified day and in the event you need an overnight ticket, you have to ensure it is registered to avoid a double charge.

Kindly note: The entry fee only covers park access and the general game park viewing only. If you are interested in camping, filming, commercial photography, flying drones, or any other special activities, you will be required to pay an extra fee depending on the activity.

Here is a summary of the entrance Fee at Buffalo Springs National Reserve

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