Tsavo West National Park

Malaria & Safety

Expert

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

Safety

Tsavo West National Park is a very safe destination in our opinion, especially so on an organized tour. Crime in any of the Kenyan parks and reserves is very unusual. However, it’s always good to take safety precautions in the cities and towns between parks (see ‘Cities & Urban Areas: Safety Precautions’ below). The vast majority of visitors to Kenya have no crime-related incidents during their holiday.

Check the government travel advisories (see the ‘Safety & Security – Kenya’ link below) for current information about safety in Kenya.

Malaria & Vaccinations

Seek your doctor’s advice about the vaccinations you may need before a trip to Kenya. The main health consideration for visitors is malaria, but the risk is very low if you take antimalarials. Other precautions, such as covering up exposed skin in the evening and using mosquito repellent with DEET, also help to reduce the risk. Malaria is most prevalent in the peaks of the rainy seasons from March to May and November to December.

Malaria & Vaccinations – Kenya

Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife viewing is very safe if you listen to the instructions given by your guide. Incidents with wild animals are extremely rare. For more information, please read the ‘Wildlife Viewing Safety Precautions’ below.