Kora National Park

National Park - 1,700 sq km - Managed by Kenya Wildlife Services

 

Another area made famous by the Adamsons is Kora National Park. Opened in October 1989, 280kms. North east of Nairobi, it is an easy outing from Meru National Park. Covering an area of 1,787 sq kms., bounded by the Tana River, George Adamson’s camp was here until he died.

A feature is the sudden appearance of lush green “oases”, created by the lines of doum palms which shelter the banks of the Tana River. Striking are the Inselberts – isolated rocky outcrops covered in vegetation which create random islands above the plains.

Kora has diverse wildlife: 21 species of fish have been recorded, with 500 species of insect, 33 molluscs and 40 reptiles. Species to view include: elephant, Lesser Kudu, wild dog, striped and spotted hyena, leopard and cheetah.

Climate:
Features:		Kora rapids Tana River George Adamson's grave inselbergs pristine wilderness
Facilities:		None
Activities:		Game viewing birdwatching hiking camel safaris camping river rafting and boating fishing
Access Roads:		Access is via Thika to Mwingi then north-east through Kyuso village.
Airstrip:		2
Emergency:		Senior warden ,Meru National Park

	Admission costs
	Adult	Child
Non resident:	US$ 20	US$ 10
Resident:	KSH 500	KSH 250
Citizen:	KSH 100	KSH 50
Vehicle:	< 6 Seats 200 per day, 6-12 Seats 500 per day, 13-24 Seats 1000 per day, 25-44 Seats 2000 per day, 45 Seats or more 3000 per day