Kenya Travel Insurance
Everything you need to know before your trip
Healthcare Cost Level
Moderate
Avg. ER Visit
$150
Recommended Coverage
$250,000
Evacuation Risk
High
Healthcare in Kenya
What to expect if you need medical care
Kenya's healthcare system is characterized by limited infrastructure and quality, though you'll generally find good English availability among medical staff. In major cities like Nairobi, you can access reasonable medical facilities, but costs add up quickly at $150 for an emergency room visit and $300 per day for hospitalization. The real challenge emerges when you venture beyond urban centers. Remote safari areas, national parks, and northern regions have minimal medical facilities, meaning even moderate health issues may require evacuation to Nairobi or internationally. While healthcare costs appear moderate compared to Western countries, the combination of limited quality care and potential evacuation needs creates significant financial exposure for travelers.
What Your Policy Should Cover
Country-specific considerations for Kenya
Your policy must prioritize medical evacuation coverage given Kenya's high evacuation risk, particularly if you're visiting safari areas or national parks far from quality facilities. Ensure your coverage includes remote area evacuation, as you may need transport to Nairobi or even South Africa for serious conditions. Disease prevention coverage is essential, with year-round malaria and yellow fever risks, plus dengue fever during rainy seasons and typhoid concerns throughout the year. If you're climbing Mount Kenya, verify high altitude rescue coverage is included, as altitude sickness poses moderate risk. For coastal visits, add marine rescue coverage for water sports activities. Your policy should cover all these specific scenarios rather than just basic medical expenses.
Malaria
High Risk
Peak: year-round
Yellow_fever
Moderate Risk
Peak: year-round
Dengue_fever
Moderate Risk
Peak: rainy_season
Typhoid
Moderate Risk
Peak: year-round
Altitude_sickness
Moderate Risk
Peak: year-round
Activity-Specific Coverage
Safari_tours: Ensure coverage includes remote area evacuation
Mountain_climbing: High altitude rescue coverage essential for Mount Kenya
Water_sports: Marine rescue coverage recommended for coastal activities
How Much Coverage Do You Need?
Our recommendation based on Kenya's healthcare costs
The recommended $250,000 coverage level accounts for Kenya's high evacuation risk and the potential need for international medical transport. While daily healthcare costs are moderate at $300 per hospital day, evacuations from remote safari locations to Nairobi or South Africa can cost tens of thousands of dollars. Air ambulance services, specialized rescue operations from Mount Kenya, or marine evacuations from coastal areas require substantial coverage. The $100,000 minimum might cover basic medical care, but $250,000 provides essential protection for worst-case evacuation scenarios.
Minimum
$100,000
Basic emergencies only
Recommended
$250,000
Full protection
Making a Claim in Kenya
Tips for smooth claims processing
Documentation Required: Police reports for theft, medical reports in English, receipts for all expenses, proof of travel disruption from official sources
- Obtain a police report immediately for any theft or crime-related claims, as Kenyan authorities require official documentation for insurance purposes
- Request all medical reports in English from healthcare providers, as insurers need documentation in English for processing claims
- Keep detailed receipts for every medical expense, no matter how small, including medications, consultations, and transportation to facilities
- For travel disruption claims, obtain official written confirmation from airlines, safari operators, or accommodation providers explaining delays or cancellations
- Document everything with photos when possible, especially in remote areas where you may not be able to return for additional proof
Get Covered for Kenya
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