Sibiloi National Park

Sibiloi National Park lies along the eastern shores of Lake Turkana in northern Kenya, within a dramatic and remote desert landscape. The park is known for its striking scenery, where volcanic formations, lava fields, and open plains meet the turquoise waters of the world’s largest permanent desert lake. Despite the harsh environment, Sibiloi supports a surprising variety of wildlife, including Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, topi, and large populations of Nile crocodiles along the lake’s shoreline. Overhead, migratory and resident birds thrive, making the area an important site for birdlife.

Beyond its natural beauty, Sibiloi National Park is internationally significant for its rich archaeological heritage. It forms part of the Lake Turkana National Parks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is home to Koobi Fora, one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world. Fossils discovered here have provided crucial evidence about early human evolution, dating back millions of years. This unique combination of wildlife, stark landscapes, and deep human history makes Sibiloi National Park one of Kenya’s most fascinating and scientifically important protected areas.