PLAN THE PRACTICAL PART
Admission.
The following Fort Ternan fees are from National Museums of Kenya’s published schedule, effective 7 May 2026. Check the applicable category and payment arrangements before travelling.
| Visitor category | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Kenyan / East African citizen | KSh 100 | KSh 50 |
| Resident / rest of Africa | US$3 | US$2 |
| Outside Africa | US$4 | US$2 |
View the official NMK fee notice (opens in a new tab). Reviewed 25 September 2026. Fees may change; no currency conversions are estimated here.
A little planning goes a long way.
Opening guidance
NMK publishes general opening hours of 8:30 am–5:30 pm daily, including public holidays. Confirm Fort Ternan’s local staffing and access for your intended day.
General NMK enquiries
+254 721 308 485
[email protected]
These are NMK’s central contacts, not a direct Fort Ternan booking line.
Hours and contact details: National Museums of Kenya (opens in a new tab).
THE PLACE BEHIND THE DISCOVERY
Find Fort Ternan Museum.
The museum is in the Fort Ternan area, Kericho County, Kenya. The map listing uses the location Q8HR+MF7, Kapkiam. Use the marked location and confirm the final approach locally.
FORT TERNAN · KERICHO COUNTY
Set your course.
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Before you set off.
- Confirm your visit: ask about current opening, guiding, admission and payment arrangements.
- Check access: for mobility needs, ask about the approach, surfaces, steps and facilities before travelling. Do not assume step-free access.
- Prepare for the weather: comfortable footwear, drinking water and sun or rain protection are sensible for a rural visit.
- Ask before photographing: follow the team’s guidance around displays and respect other visitors.
- Leave the past in place: do not remove fossils or disturb the site.
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Bring a class. Start a conversation.
For school or group enquiries, contact the NMK education team at [email protected]. Include your preferred date, group size and learning interests, and ask what arrangements can be made at Fort Ternan.
Suggested questions to bring: What can a tooth tell us? How do scientists study an extinct animal? Who does the patient fieldwork behind a discovery?
This website does not take payments or confirm bookings. Arrange your visit directly through the relevant museum contacts.