Highlights
- See a wide range of colorful and unique tropical and savannah bird species
- Home to the Big 5, as well as cheetahs, striped hyenas, Hirola antelope
- Scenic spots like Adamson’s Falls, Grand Falls, and Kora Rapids.
Description
Kora National Park provides a vital habitat for large and diverse herbivore populations. Elephants are a common sight, particularly during the dry season when herds gather along the banks of the Tana River, the park's primary permanent water source. The river itself supports significant populations of hippos and crocodiles.
The park is also an excellent destination for seeing a variety of antelope species that are well-adapted to the semi-arid environment. These include the elegant lesser kudu and the long-necked gerenuk, which can often be seen standing on its hind legs to browse on acacia bushes. More common species like waterbuck and impala are also present in healthy numbers.
For comparison, a visit to a German national park might offer sightings of large native mammals like red deer or wild boar. The experience in Kora is on a different scale, giving you the chance to see true African megafauna, including large herds of elephants, moving through a vast, unfenced wilderness.
Kora National Park is a rewarding destination for birdwatching, with over 400 species recorded within its boundaries. The park's diverse habitats, from the riverine forest along the Tana River to the dry acacia bushland, support a wide variety of birds.
Notable species to look for include the Somali ostrich, which is a regional specialty. The Tana River is an excellent place to spot the giant kingfisher, as well as numerous herons and egrets. The park is also home to a healthy population of raptors, including the impressive martial eagle. In the drier bush areas, you can find species like the vulturine guineafowl.
Includes
Hotel pick up and drop off
Bottled drinking water
Professional driver/guide
Game drive in a comfortable vehicle with a pop up roof
Entrance fee
Excludes
Personal expenses
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
