Kenya Holidays

No visa required, but you must get an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) online before departure.

• Apply at etakenya.go.ke at least 3 days before your flight
• Cost $30, processing up to 5 working days
• Stay up to 90 days, passport valid for at least 6 months required

The ideal time depends on your goal — the Great Migration and beach seasons are different.

• Great Migration in Masai Mara — July to October
• Dry season safari — January and February
• April–May — rainy season, best avoided

The Indian Ocean coast — Mombasa and Diani Beach — is great almost year-round except the rainy season.

• Best beach season: December–March and June–August
• April–May — heavy rains, many hotels closed
• Perfect combo: one week safari + one week at Diani Beach

No mandatory vaccinations for entry, but several are strongly recommended by doctors.

• Recommended: Hepatitis A & B, typhoid fever, yellow fever
• Malaria: prophylaxis tablets recommended for the coast and Masai Mara
• Consult your doctor 4–6 weeks before departure

Kenya offers far more than wildlife — rich history, culture and stunning landscapes await.

• Lamu Island — a medieval Swahili town on the UNESCO list
• Nairobi — Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, national park at city's edge
• Lake Nakuru — pink flamingos, rhinos and hippos

Kenya is a treasure trove of authentic craftsmanship and world-renowned agricultural products.

• Coffee and Tea: Premium Kenyan AA coffee beans and robust black teas are essential for any food lover.
• Maasai Beadwork: Intricate, colorful jewelry handmade by local tribes, ranging from sandals to statement necklaces.
• Wood Carvings: Exquisite statues of Africa's "Big Five" and tribal masks carved from ebony or soapstone.
• Kikoy and Kanga Fabrics: Distinctive, brightly colored cotton wraps that serve as perfect summer accessories.
• Macadamia Nuts: High-quality, locally grown nuts that are much more affordable here than in Europe.