Safety Guide

Travel safely and confidently in Kenya

Annual Tourists

2M+ visitors

Positive Experiences

95%

Tourist Support

24/7 Tourist Police

Safety Tips

Personal Security

Use official taxis, avoid walking alone at night, keep valuables in hotel safe, use money belts

Transportation

Use reputable tour operators, check vehicle condition, follow park speed limits

Wildlife Safety

Stay in vehicle during game drives, maintain distance from animals, follow guide instructions

Health & Medical

Carry travel insurance, keep medications accessible, know blood type, stay hydrated

Digital Safety

Use secure Wi-Fi, keep devices updated, back up photos, use VPN on public networks

Emergency Preparedness

Register with embassy, save emergency numbers, share itinerary with family

Safety by Destination

Nairobi

Generally Safe for Tourists

Maasai Mara

Very Safe

Coastal Areas

Generally Safe

Northern Kenya

Exercise Caution

Emergency Contacts

General Emergency

112 or 999

Police

112

Ambulance

119

Fire

110

Tourist Police

+254 718 327 327

Roadside Assistance

020 331 2111

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