Kenya

Kenya’s location on the equator means that there are no extremes of winter and summer. The rainy season is from April to the end of May with some short rains in November. The coolest months are July and August and the warmest months run from the end of December to mid-March. The best time to visit is usually between July to February – and the great wildebeest migration (between the Serengeti and the Masai Mara) generally occurs annually between July and September.

Please seek advice from your doctor regarding medical precautions against malaria. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Polio and Tetanus-Diphtheria are currently recommended. If entering Kenya from a yellow fever zone, you must be in possession of a valid international yellow fever inoculation certificate. Please consult your GP at least 4 – 6 weeks prior to travel for current advice.

Visa required for British passport holders and this can be obtained in advance (at a current cost of £35) or on arrival at Nairobi airport (at a current cost of $50 US payable in cash). It is recommended that you obtain your visa in advance to avoid delay on arrival. Please contact the Kenyan High Commission in London or visit www.kenyahighcommission.net A minimum 6 months validity remaining on your passport at time of travel is required.