About Kenya

Kenya is home to the safari, the Great Wildebeest Migration and iconic parks such as Amboseli and the Masai Mara and is probably the most diverse country in Africa in terms of habitat; from savannahs to mountain regions, rain forests and deserts.  There are over 1,100 species of bird, 350 mammal species and 21 endemic species, making it a real nature lovers paradise!

​In Kenya you will also find the Great Rift Valley and the Great Lakes, the second highest mountain in Africa and a beautiful coastline with blue waters, white sandy beaches and fantastic marine life!  The coastal region is steeped in culture and history, where you will find historical sites such as the Gedi ruins and Fort Jesus in addition to the natural wonders such as Mida Creek and Hell's Kitchen.  

​Activities include game drives, nature & bush walks, boat safaris, balloon flights, horse riding, white water rafting, hiking, mountain walks and mountain climbing (Mount Kenya minimum 3 day climb) and of course water sports such as snorkelling, diving and also sailing along the beautiful Swahili coastline.

Map of Kenya's reserves

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Visa & Passport requirements

An eTA (electronic travel authorisation) is currently required by most visitors at a cost of $35 USD, you can check here if you need one. 

eTAs must be applied for before travelling once your transport and accommodation has been booked.

Visit https://www.etakenya.go.ke/en to apply.

Health & Security

• ​You must have all your standard vaccinations up-to-date
• Anti-malarial's are advised
• For up-to-date health advice, vaccinations etc goto  Centre for Disease Control & Prevention Destination List
• Take the advice of your G.P.
• For the latest travel information visit UK Govt. foreign travel advice

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Weather

• ​January to March - hot & dry
• April & May - heavy rains
• June to August - cool season, can be cloudy
• September to December - hot with light rain in November/December
• Costal area - hot, daytime temperatures usually range from 25c to 35c with rains from April to June
• For more climate information goto: Weather and Climate Kenya

Seasons & visiting times

• ​High: 1st July to 31st October
• Mid: 1st November to 31st March
• Low: 1st April to 30th June
• Kenya is a good year-round destination apart from mid-April to the end of May when the rains are heaviest - some accommodation closes down during this period
• The Wildebeest migration passes through the Masai Mara between late June and early November