Before travelling to Kenya, it is recommended that you consult with your healthcare provider or a travel medicine specialist to determine which vaccinations and other preventive measures you may need based on your individual health status and travel plans.
We must highlight that we are not medical professionals or healthcare providers, however these are some vaccinations that you could discuss with an appropriate medical professional or healthcare provider:
Yellow fever: This vaccination is required for all travellers entering Kenya from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission. It is recommended for all travelers over the age of 9 months.
Typhoid: This vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Kenya, especially those who will be staying in rural areas, eating and drinking outside of major restaurants and hotels, or engaging in outdoor activities.
Hepatitis A: This vaccine is recommended for all travellers to Kenya, especially those who will be staying for an extended period of time, traveling to rural areas, or engaging in outdoor activities.
Hepatitis B: This vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Kenya, especially those who may have intimate contact with locals, receive medical treatment, or engage in any activity that may result in contact with blood or body fluids.
Rabies: This vaccine is recommended for travellers who will be engaging in outdoor activities, working with animals or visiting remote areas.
Other recommended vaccinations may include measles, mumps, rubella, polio, and influenza.
In addition to vaccinations, travellers to Kenya should take other precautions to protect themselves from diseases such as malaria and dengue fever, including taking antimalarial medication, using insect repellent, and wearing protective clothing. It is also important to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands frequently and drinking only bottled or boiled water.
Overall, we strongly recommend that you consult with a medical professional or healthcare provider before travelling in Kenya, and also check the offical Kenyan Ministry of Health Website regarding entry to the country,.
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