Mombasa Marine National Park & Reserve

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• Pride Inn Paradise Beach Resort and Spa
• Serena Beach Resort and Spa
• Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort and Spa
• Voyager Beach Resort

Mombasa Marine National Park & Reserve was officially gazetted in 1986 under the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act to conserve the area’s rich coral reef systems and associated marine biodiversity. The protected area was established to safeguard marine ecosystems from over-exploitation, habitat degradation, and unsustainable use.

The protected area comprises two management zones:

• Marine Park (approximately 10 km²): A fully protected core zone where all extractive activities are prohibited.
• Marine Reserve (approximately 200 km²): A multiple-use buffer zone where regulated fishing and other controlled activities are permitted in line with conservation objectives.

By Road: From Nairobi, Mombasa is about 487 KM. The park can be reached by road from Mombasa CBD, and then connected by boat from the various points along the beach, which include: Serena Gate on the beach of Serena Hotel, Severin Gate on the beach of Severin Hotel, Travellers Gate on the beach of Travellers Hotel, Nyali Gate at Mombasa Marine Park Headquarters and Voyager Gate at Voyager Water Sport Area.

By Air: From JKIA or Wilson Airport to Moi International Airport

By Rail: Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) from Syokimau (Nairobi Terminus) to Miritini (Mombasa Terminus) train stations.

• Camera
• Binoculars
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• First aid kit,
• Sunglasses
• Drinking water
• Appropriate beachwear

Your safety matters. Please review our essential guidelines to help ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for you and for the wildlife.

1. You are in the wildlife’s home. Please respect their privacy and right of way.

2. National parks are plastic-free. Single-use plastic is prohibited.

3. General road rules apply. Car hooting or driving under the influence of alcohol are strictly prohibited.

4. Adhere to park entry and exit times. Gates open at 6:00 AM and close at 6:00 PM, unless you are spending overnight.

5. Move slowly and quietly. Animals can react dangerously if startled.

6. Noise distracts wildlife. Use mobile phones and sound devices sparingly and only in designated areas.

7. Remain in your vehicle unless in designated areas. Keep doors closed at all times.

8. Observe the maximum speed limit of 40 km/h (25 mph). Speeding attracts penalties.

9. Stay on established roads and trails. Off-road driving is strictly prohibited.

10. View wildlife from a minimum distance of 20 meters.

11. Feeding wildlife is prohibited, as it disrupts their diet and leads to human dependency.

12. Carry out all trash to help keep the park clean.

13. Do not leave campfires unattended while camping.

14. Visitors enter the park at their own risk and Terms and conditions apply.

Toll Free: 0800 597 000

Email: customerservice@kws.go.ke

WhatsApp: +254 (0) 726 610509