Because of Kenya’s location on the equator, there are no extremes of winter and summer and very little humidity. The elevation of Nairobi is 5,500 feet with most of your safaris conducted at elevations of 4,500 feet or more above sea level. The nights are cool, (15-20 degrees centigrade) and days ranging 25-30 degrees. The rainy season is from April to the end of May with some short rains in November. The coolest months are July and August and the warmest months are the end of December to mid-March.

Time : Kenya has a single time zone which is GMT + 3 hours.

Health : Parts of Kenya are considered Malaria areas and as such it is imperative that you take prophylactics for it. It is best to consult your General Practitioner. The most suitable choice of medication depends on many individual factors, and travelers need careful, professional advice about the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Prevention of malaria consists of using effective protection against bites, plus taking anti-malarial medication.

The best choice of vaccines for your trip depends on many individual factors, including your precise travel plans. Please consult your doctor prior to travelling.