Sibiloi and Central Island National Parks

Sibiloi National Park is located on the eastern shores of Lake Turkana. This area known as the 'Cradle of Mankind' has many captivating prehistory, archeological and fossil sites. Although Sibiloi is Kenya's most remote national park, the heritage of the area makes it well worth the visit. The human fossils have been removed but there are three fossil sites that have been enclosed. A giant tortoise, over 3 million years old, an ancient crocodile and a big-tusked behemoth, an ancestor to today's elephant, are located within the enclosures.

Over 300 species of bird life have been recorded in Sibiloi National Park, the most diverse collection is found along the shores of Lake Turkana. Water birds and birds of prey include Osprey,