Manyani Gate is one of the main entry and exit points for Tsavo East National Park. It is located in the southwestern part of the park and is known for its easy accessibility.
This gate is also popular because it is close to areas where wildlife can be spotted, making it a good starting point for game drives.
Manyani Gate is one of the modern gates with a cashless payment system, allowing visitors to pay park entrance fees using credit or debit cards.
The gate has several visitor facilities, including toilets, an information center, and a restaurant. It is only a short drive from Voi town and is located next to the A109 highway. Visitors can reach it by road, rail, or air. Nearby airports include Ikanga Airstrip and Manyani Airstrip.
For Tsavo West National Park, gates such as Manyani are important checkpoints where visitors must register and confirm their entry with park authorities. Once inside, the safari experience begins, offering opportunities to explore the wildlife and landscapes of the park.
Tsavo West National Park is one of Kenya’s most visited parks and is famous for its history and wildlife. It is sometimes called the “Park of the Man-Eaters” because of the lions that attacked railway workers during the construction of the East African Railway.
Tsavo West is the second largest protected area in Kenya after Tsavo East, covering about 9,065 square kilometers. It is also close to Kenya’s coastal region, making it a convenient addition to beach and safari holidays.
All gates of Tsavo West and Tsavo East are connected by good roads, allowing visitors to enter from different points without having to use only the main gate. The main gate for Tsavo West is Mtito Andei Gate, located along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway.
Other main gates of Tsavo East National Park include:
- Sala Gate
- Voi Gate
- Manyani Gate
- Buchuma Gate
- Maktau South Gate
