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Kenya Travel Guide

Malaria & Vaccinations

Expert

By Anthony Ham

Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Kenya.

The information on this page is just a brief, general guide and should not be used in replacement of a consultation with your travel doctor. The government organizations and travel clinics below are trusted resources for complete and up-to-date info about travelers' health in Kenya.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations are recommended. See websites below for more detailed immunization advice.

Malaria Risk

High risk throughout the country except in high-altitude areas over 2,000m/6,500ft, including Nairobi, Nairobi National Park, Laikipia Plateau and Mt Kenya. Most safari parks are high-risk zones. The highest risk of transmission is during the rainy season from October to May. See the websites below for more detailed advice.