Safari destinations in Kenya: 7 places, the best time for each and travel basics.
Across Kenya, the strongest months overall are June to September.
Destinations
- Amboseli Best: July to September
- Lake Nakuru Best: June to October and December to March
- Masai Mara Best: June to October
- Ol Pejeta Best: June to October and December to March
- Samburu Best: July to September
- Tsavo East Best: August to September
- Tsavo West Best: August to September
Travel basics
- Currency
- KES
- Languages
- Swahili, English
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
- Plug types
- G
Kenya uses an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) that most visitors must obtain before travel. Requirements depend on nationality, so check the official portal for current rules before booking.
CDC recommends yellow fever vaccination for most travellers, and a vaccination certificate may be required if arriving from a yellow-fever-risk country. Malaria is present in certain areas. Consult a doctor or travel clinic well before your trip.
Sources: Kenya eTA – Directorate of Immigration Services · Magical Kenya – Kenya Tourism Board · CDC Travelers' Health – Kenya
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.