Kenya, home of the safari…

Traveling in Kenya allows you to experience everything from the bustling streets of Nairobi to the vast open plains of the Masai Mara and the relaxing beaches along the coast. The country’s well-connected network of domestic flights and roads makes it possible to explore diverse landscapes and cultures. Whether you’re spotting wildlife on a safari, meeting local communities, or enjoying fresh coastal cuisine, traveling through Kenya promises a truly memorable and dynamic adventure.

Seasons & visiting times

Kenya is a good year-round destination, except for mid-April to the end of May, when the rains are heaviest; some accommodations close during this period. The Wildebeest migration passes through the Masai Mara between late June and early November

  • High: 1st July to 31st October

  • Mid: 1st November to 31st March

  • Low: 1st April to 30th June

Travel Information

Weather

Kenya is geographically diverse with highlands, lowlands and a coastal region, so the weather can be different from region to region, but generally;

  • January to March - hot & dry

  • April & May - heavy rains

  • June to August - cool season, can be cloudy

  • September to December - hot with rain showers

  • Coastal area - hot, daytime temperatures usually range from 25c to 35c with rains from April to June & November

Visa & Passport

You may need an eTA (electronic travel authorisation).

Check whether you need one and apply here.

eTA’s are valid for 90 days once issued and take 3 to 5 days to process. You can apply once your trip is booked and you are within the 90-day period.

You should have a valid passport with at least six months remaining at the time of travel and at least one blank page.

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