An authentic haven for nature lovers, this park is one of mother nature’s favourites. The quiet swamp waters beneath the boardwalk network set amidst the swirling reeds and bulrushes is home to the rare and endangered semi-aquatic Sitatunga antelope and a realm for the rare De Brazza monkey. Within this tropical wetland on and mosaic of riverine forest, sedges and acacia woodlands, a lot of botanical work identifies different tree species in Saiwa by marble stone labeling and numbering. Visitors are delighted to identify Kenya’s infamous Meru’s ‘khat’ tree within the forest. A fringing dense rushes and grass beds on this swamp is such a scenery. Bird life is abundant. As one of the smallest parks in Kenya, it prides itself for over 372 species Avi-fauna and classifies itself as one of the Important Bird Area (IBA) site in the country. The park offers an interesting mix of forest and swamp vegetation and extraordinary diverse plant habitat and offers a conducive environment for academic environmental research. It prides itself as a doctorate study site for Kenya’s 5th President – H.E Dr. William S. Ruto. Located in Kitale, the park harbors and protects its resident Sitatunga antelope population that is uniquely adapted for the wetland environment. Look out for the nocturnal pottos who are relatives of the bush baby, spotted-necked otters, giant forest squirrels, colobus monkey, bushbuck and duiker.Visitors can enjoy bird watching, camping, picnicking and team building activities.
