HEALTH PRECAUTIONS

The guest should consult a doctor or practising nurse at least 6-8 weeks in advance of travel, who can assess particular health risks and recommend vaccines and / or antimalarial tablets accordingly. Saruni Basecamp. cannot offer medical advice in place of a medical professional. 

IS THERE ANY VACCINATION REQUIRED TO ENTER KENYA?
Yellow fever vaccination is not compulsory in order to enter Kenya and yellow fever in itself is not a major threat, but we advise the guest to ask his/her doctor about the need for a yellow fever vaccination. If guests are travelling on to a destination or returning home following a visit to Kenya, they may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate on arrival, having declared they have just visited or travelled from Kenya. When travelling, hepatitis is always a concern and we advise the guest to ask his/her doctor about the need for an A-type vaccination, it lasts for ten years and will give peace of mind.

IS MALARIA A THREAT WHILE ON SAFARI? 
The Masai Mara is located at 6,000 ft. and is mostly considered malaria-free (not mosquito-free). Mosquito nets are still provided in each room as a precaution. Guests should still eliminate any risk by keeping arms, legs and feet covered as much as possible after dusk (long, light-coloured sleeves and trousers are best) and cover exposed skin with a strong repellent. Mosquito repellent spray is provided in the rooms. Mosquitos can be encountered during the safari, or during transit in Nairobi, but they are rare at the camps and lodges, especially at night, but is always better to consult a doctor and be given personalised advice

Samburu is a low risk area due to low population density. Mosquito nets are still provided in each room as a precaution. Guests should still eliminate any risk by keeping arms, legs and feet covered as much as possible after dusk (long, light-coloured sleeves and trousers are best) and cover exposed skin with a strong repellent. Mosquito repellent spray is provided in the rooms. Mosquitos can be encountered during the safari, or during transit in Nairobi, but they are very rare at the lodge, especially at night, but it is always better to consult a doctor and be given personalised advice.

 
IS A COVID 19 VACCINATION REQUIRED TO ENTER KENYA?
Travellers are no longer required to show proof of vaccination of pre-departure Covid 19 test.