Kenya

Kenya Destinations offer a spirit of adventure and romance. The diversity of things to do in Kenya dazzles all who visit, and viewing the country’s abundant wildlife tops the list.

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Kenya Destinations offer a spirit of adventure and romance. The diversity of things to do in Kenya dazzles all who visit, and viewing the country’s abundant wildlife tops the list.

Kenya Destinations are famous for their diverse and rich species of both Flora and Fauna as well as its rustic national parks hovering many endangered species. There are 54 Kenya National Parks and game reserves scattered throughout Kenya.

Must-See Attractions

Peak season

June to October (Wildebeest migration)

Low season

April and May (Rainy season)

Best time to visit

June to October and January to February (Dry seasons)

Famous for

Wildebeest Migration and Beach Holidays

Top Reasons To Visit Kenya

Long after you have left Kenya, there are some things that will stay with you forever – little treasures, both tangible and intangible. You will occasionally remember the faces, the journeys, the tastes and sounds and you will smile to yourself because you got to experience something magical. Here are the reasons to visit Kenya.

Feed or Have Breakfast with a Giraffe
Have Some Fun During Nightlife
Visit the Scenic Countryside
Delight your Taste Buds with Kenyan Food
Watch the Wildebeest Migration in the Mara
Visit Pristine Beaches, Eat Seafood

Safaris

Accommodation

Travel Requirements

Passengers with flu-like symptoms must hold a QR code in either digital or paper format showing they have completed a Travelers Health Surveillance Form online prior to departure. This is completed by downloading the 'Jitenge MoH Kenya' app on iOS or Android, or on the https://ears.health.go.ke/airline_registration/

There is no yellow fever requirement for travelers from low-risk countries but vaccination is recommended especially if the traveler is planning to visit high-risk areas for example those going for a safari or those going to more rural or remote parts of the country. However, a yellow fever certificate is required for travellers aged one year and above arriving from countries with a high risk of yellow fever transmission https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/advice/disease-prevention-advice/yellow-fever/yellow-fever-risk-areas.

As of 1 January 2024, foreign nationals, regardless of nationality, can enter Kenya without a visa for tourism or business travel for stays up to 90 days. Travelers must, however, obtain a new Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) https://www.etakenya.go.ke/.

Persons who are exempt from obtaining the Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA):

  • Holders of valid Kenya Passports or one-way Emergency Certificate issued by Kenya Missions abroad.
  • Holders of Kenya Permanent Residence, valid Work Permits and Passes.
  • Holders of valid United Nations Conventional Travel Document issued by the Government of Kenya.
  • Members of the Diplomatic Missions and International Organizations Accredited to Kenya (exempt from payment only).
  • Citizens of the East African Partner States; These countries include Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. (Exempted for Six (6) months)
  • All passengers in transit through Kenya arriving and leaving by the same aircraft or transferring to another aircraft and who do not leave the precincts of Airports in Kenya.
  • All passengers arriving and leaving by the same ship, and who do not leave the ship.
  • Members of the crew of any ship, aircraft, train, vehicle or carrier; whose name and particulars are included in the crew manifest of the ship, aircraft, train, vehicle or carrier; and who is proceeding in such ship, aircraft, train, vehicle or carrier to a destination outside Kenya.
  • Owners of private aircraft stopping over for refuelling in Kenya and who do not leave the precincts of the airport.

Kenya eTA is a semi-automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors to travel to Kenya. An eTA offers permission to travel and is authorised by the Government of the Republic of Kenya. The possession of an eTA is not the final authority to enter the Republic of Kenya. Admissibility will be determined at the point of entry.

The eTA application collects biographic information and answers eligibility questions from the traveller. eTA applications for Kenya are usually processed in 3 days, however, it is recommended applications be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to travel to ensure adequate time for processing. Travellers can submit their applications up to 3 months prior to travel. It is highly recommended that travellers apply as soon as they have booked their accommodations and transport tickets.

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