Kenya Health & Vaccinations
Everything you need to know about staying healthy during your trip to Kenya. Vaccinations, malaria prevention, healthcare, and essential health tips.
Malaria Risk
Yes - Take Precautions
Tap Water
Not Safe
Healthcare Quality
Good private healthcare in Nairobi and Mombasa
Required Vaccines
1
Vaccinations
Required Vaccinations
Yellow Fever
Required if arriving from endemic country
Recommended Vaccinations
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Tetanus
- Polio (booster)
Consult your doctor or a travel clinic at least 4-6 weeks before your trip.
Malaria Prevention
Malaria is present in Kenya. Take preventive measures seriously.
High-Risk Areas
- • Coast
- • Western Kenya
- • Lake Victoria region
- • Safari areas below 2000m
Low-Risk Areas
- • Nairobi
- • Central Highlands above 2500m
Common Antimalarial Medications
Consult your doctor to choose the right medication for you. Start taking it before arrival as directed.
Prevention Tips
- •Use DEET-based insect repellent (at least 30% DEET)
- •Sleep under mosquito nets (treated nets are best)
- •Wear long sleeves and pants at dawn and dusk
- •Stay in air-conditioned or well-screened rooms
- •Take antimalarial medication as prescribed
Water & Food Safety
Tap Water
Tap water is NOT safe to drink in Kenya. Always drink bottled or purified water.
- •Drink only bottled water (check seal is intact)
- •Avoid ice in drinks unless from a trusted source
- •Use bottled water for brushing teeth
- •Consider a water purification bottle or tablets
Food Safety Tips
- •Eat at busy restaurants with high turnover
- •Avoid raw vegetables and salads unless you trust the source
- •Eat fruits you can peel yourself
- •Ensure meat and seafood are thoroughly cooked
- •Carry hand sanitizer and use before eating
Healthcare in Kenya
Good private healthcare in Nairobi and Mombasa, limited elsewhere. Travel insurance essential.
Healthcare Quality
Private hospitals in major cities offer good care and are recommended for tourists. Public hospitals may have long waits and limited resources.
Recommended Hospitals in Nairobi
Nairobi Hospital
Private Hospital
+254 20 2845000
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Kenya. Healthcare costs can be expensive, and medical evacuation may be necessary for serious conditions.
Medical Coverage
Minimum $100,000 recommended
Medical Evacuation
Essential for remote safari areas
Trip Cancellation
Protects your investment
Health Essentials to Pack
Emergency Contacts
Emergency/Ambulance
999
Police
999
Fire
999
Tourist Police
+254 20 2714222