Nairobi National Park

Malaria & Safety

Expert

Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Kenya.

Safety

In our opinion, Nairobi National Park, like most parks in Kenya, is very safe to visit. However, Nairobi city has a bad reputation for crime. An organized visit of the city is safe, and most areas are not dangerous during daylight hours, but we don’t recommend venturing out independently. Please read ‘Cities & Urban Areas: Safety Precautions’ (see link below). The vast majority of people don’t have any crime-related issues on their safari.

For more general information about traveling in Kenya, please check the government travel advisories listed on the ‘Safety & Security – Kenya’ page (see link below).

Malaria & Vaccinations

You will need a yellow-fever vaccination before coming to Kenya. Several other vaccinations are recommended too. Nairobi lies at a high altitude and malaria is not a concern here, but if you are visiting other places in Kenya, you should take all necessary precautions. Aside from antimalarials, the use of mosquito repellent (those containing DEET are most effective) is highly recommended. To minimize the risk of getting bitten, covering up in the evening helps too.

Malaria & Vaccinations – Kenya

Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife viewing in Nairobi NP is very safe as long as you listen to the instructions provided by your guide and you follow the park’s rules and regulations. For more information, please read the ‘Wildlife Viewing Safety Precautions’ below.