Explore East Africa's Protected Treasures

Journey through 15 remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites across Kenya and Tanzania, from ancient coastal towns to pristine wilderness areas.

Fort Jesus, Mombasa
Cultural Heritage

Fort Jesus, Mombasa

Historic 16th-century Portuguese fortification showcasing military architecture and coastal defense systems.

Lamu Old Town
Cultural Heritage

Lamu Old Town

Ancient Swahili settlement, the oldest and best-preserved in East Africa with centuries of coastal culture.

Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests
Cultural Heritage

Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests

Eleven sacred forest sites with fortified village remains representing the Mijikenda people's cultural heritage.

The Historic Town of Gedi
Cultural Heritage

The Historic Town of Gedi

13th-17th century Swahili ruins showcasing advanced urban planning and coastal trading civilization.

Thimlich Ohinga Archaeological Site
Cultural Heritage

Thimlich Ohinga Archaeological Site

Stone-walled settlement representing pastoral communities and traditional building techniques.

Kenya Lake System
Natural Heritage

Kenya Lake System

Three alkaline lakes - Bogoria, Nakuru, and Elementaita - hosting the world's largest flamingo populations in the Great Rift Valley.

Lake Turkana National Parks
Natural Heritage

Lake Turkana National Parks

Paleontological site with significant fossil discoveries revealing human evolution and prehistoric life.

Mount Kenya National Park
Natural Heritage

Mount Kenya National Park

Africa's second-highest mountain featuring stunning glaciers, alpine vegetation, and diverse wildlife.

Stone Town of Zanzibar
Cultural Heritage

Stone Town of Zanzibar

Ancient coral stone urban center blending African, Arab, Indian, and European influences.

Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara
Cultural Heritage

Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara

Historic coastal trading cities showcasing Swahili civilization and Indian Ocean commerce.

Kondoa Rock Art Sites
Cultural Heritage

Kondoa Rock Art Sites

Over 150 painted rock shelters displaying ancient hunter-gatherer art spanning thousands of years.

Kilimanjaro National Park
Natural Heritage

Kilimanjaro National Park

Africa's highest peak at 5,895 meters, featuring diverse ecosystems from rainforest to alpine desert.

Serengeti National Park
Natural Heritage

Serengeti National Park

Famous for the annual wildebeest migration and exceptional concentrations of predators and prey.

Selous Game Reserve
Natural Heritage

Selous Game Reserve

One of Africa's largest protected areas showcasing outstanding natural beauty and wildlife diversity.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Mixed Heritage

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Vast caldera with exceptional wildlife populations and archaeological sites including Olduvai Gorge.