Central Island

Central Island
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Interactive map of Central Island
LocationKenya
Part ofLake Turkana National Parks
CriteriaNatural: (viii)(x)
Reference801bis-002
Inscription1997 (21st Session)
Extensions2001
Area500 ha (1,200 acres)
Coordinates3°29′46″N 36°02′11″E / 3.496°N 36.0365°E / 3.496; 36.0365
Central Island
Location of Central Island in Kenya

Central Island, also known as Crocodile Island, is a volcanic island located in the middle of Lake Turkana in Kenya. It is also the location of Central Island National Park, which is governed by the Kenya Wildlife Service.