// Travel Health for Kenya

Kenya Travel Vaccine Medway: What to Sort Before You Fly

Kenya requires preparation for malaria, Yellow Fever, and rabies. Our Medway clinic provides all necessary vaccinations and advice to ensure your trip is safe.
// How It Works

How Our Medway Clinic Handles Your Kenya Preparation

We provide your appointment  to your specific Kenya itinerary. Vaccines, antimalarials, and expert advice are all provided during a single appointment.

Step 01
Book Online

Book online. Same-day or next-day slots; no GP referral needed.

Step 02
Share Your Kenya Itinerary

Clinicians review your destinations, activities, and specific health history.

Step 03
Receive Your Vaccines
Get vaccines and antimalarials during your single appointment.
Step 04
Ready to Travel

Receive records and travel health advice after your appointment.

// Required Vaccines

Vaccines Most Travellers to Kenya Will Need

Recommendations are based on current NaTHNaC guidance and confirmed at appointment based on your specific itinerary and health history.

Hepatitis A

£50 per dose
Spread through contaminated food and water. Recommended for all travellers regardless of accommodation. Risk is present throughout Kenya.
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Typhoid

£50
Spread through contaminated food and water. Risk is highest outside high-end tourist infrastructure. Injectable and oral Vivotif options available.

DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio)

£50

Recommended if your last dose was more than 10 years ago. Not eligible if vaccinated within the last 5 years, your pharmacist will confirm.

// Recommended Vaccines

Additional Kenya Vaccines Based on Your Itinerary

These vaccines are recommended based on regions visited, activities planned, and length of stay.
African Sufari Travel yellow fever risk

Yellow Fever

£75
Recommended for safari travellers visiting game reserves. Generally not needed for those only visiting cities or coastal regions.

Rabies

£85 per dose
Recommended for safari travellers, trekkers, and families spending time outdoors with potential contact with local wild animals.

Meningitis ACWY

£50
Recommended for backpackers, long-term travellers, and those expecting close contact with local communities in Kenya.

Hepatitis B

£50 per dose
Relevant for long-term travellers and those who may potentially require medical care while visiting Kenya.
// Health Risks

Key Health Risks in Kenya Every Traveller Should Know

Kenya carries health risks beyond vaccination; your appointment covers everything so you arrive fully prepared.

Malaria

Expert Malaria Advice For Coastal And Safari Travel

Dengue Fever

Prevent Daytime Mosquito Bites Throughout Your Kenya Trip

Food and Water Safety

Avoid Tap Water And Eat Freshly Cooked Meals

Animal Contact

Prevent Rabies By Avoiding Dogs, Bats, And Monkeys

Altitude Sickness

Mount Kenya Treks Require Careful Altitude Sickness Preparation

Mosquito-Borne Risks

Use DEET And Mosquito Nets For Complete Protection

Road Safety

Use Reliable Safari Operators And Avoid Night Travel

Rift Valley Fever

Take Extra Care Near Livestock During Heavy Rainfall
// Travel Risk by Trip Type

Which Kenya Vaccines Match Your Trip Type?

Vaccine needs differ significantly depending on your specific Kenya itinerary and activities planned.

Safari Travel: Maasai Mara, Amboseli and Tsavo

Protect your safari with malaria tablets, Yellow Fever, and Rabies vaccinations before exploring Maasai Mara, Amboseli, and Tsavo.

Coastal Holiday: Mombasa, Diani and Lamu

Stay protected on Kenya’s coast with malaria medication, effective repellent, and daytime mosquito precautions.

Nairobi City Travel and Urban Kenya

Nairobi city travel usually requires Hepatitis A, Typhoid, DTP vaccination, with malaria advice based on your itinerary.

Backpacking and Long-Term Travel Across Kenya

Book early for Rabies, Meningitis ACWY, and personalised travel health support before extended Kenya trips.
// Timeline

Vaccine and Medication Timing for Kenya

Kenya benefits from early booking, game reserve travellers need Yellow Fever certification and multi-dose courses take time. The ICVP must be issued at least 10 days before arrival where applicable.

Vaccine or Medication
Doses Required
Minimum Time Before Travel

Hepatitis A

2

Anytime before travel

Typhoid (injection)

1

2 weeks before

DTP

1 

2 weeks before

Yellow Fever

1 

10 days before

Rabies

3

From 8 days (accelerated)

Meningitis ACWY

1

Anytime before travel

Hepatitis B

3

From 21 days (rapid)

Acetazolamide (Mount Kenya)

Daily

1 day before ascending

Antimalarials

Daily

1–2 days before

// Why Choose Us

Why Kent Travellers Come to Our Clinic

As travel specialists rather than a general GP surgery, we provide faster access and comprehensive advice in a single visit.

Same-week appointments

With no GP referral needed; walk in prepared, not turned away.

The full vaccine range

A full vaccine range is stocked on-site at all times; no ordering ahead or coming back.

Antimalarials and vaccines sorted

Antimalarials and vaccines sorted in one appointment; nothing left for a second visit.

Personalised advice

Personalised advice built around your specific trip destination, activities, and health history are all considered.

Emailed vaccination records

Emailed vaccination records are sent after every appointment; your health history is always documented and ready.
// Meet our expert

Qualified Professionals You Can Rely On

Meet the pharmacist who gets you ready before you fly.
Mandeep-Sandhu

Mandeep Sandhu

Superintendent Pharmacist & Clinical Lead

Since qualifying as a pharmacist in 2006, Mandeep Sandhu has turned travel health into his life’s work. As an independent prescriber with expert NaTHNaC and Yellow Fever credentials, he focuses on giving you genuine peace of mind before you fly.

Mandeep is an avid traveler himself, so he knows that travel health isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” process. He rejects the generic checklist approach, preferring to sit down with you to discuss your unique plans. Whether you’re heading on a family holiday or a remote adventure, Mandeep provides the personal, professional care you deserve.

MPharm Qualified

A fully GPhC-registered pharmacist.

Independent Prescriber

Qualified to independently prescribe and provide travel medicines

Yellow Fever Accredited

Accredited Yellow Fever centre providing vaccinations and official ICVP documentation.

NaTHNaC Trained

Specialist travel health education following national UK standards

// Areas We Serve

Based in Medway, Covering the Whole of Kent

Located at 139 New Road, Chatham, our clinic serves patients across the Medway towns and Kent. If you need a private travel clinic in Kent with a full vaccine range and same-day availability, book online today.
// Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

Real experiences from patients who trusted our Medway travel clinic for their vaccinations and travel health advice.

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I had a fantastic experience at Medway Travel Clinic while getting everything sorted for my trip to South America. The clinic is modern, clean, and well-run, which really helped put me at ease. Booking was simple, and there were plenty of appointment slots to choose from, even at short notice. I was especially impressed that they had all the necessary vaccines in stock, so I could get everything done in one visit. Mandeep was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain each vaccine and what to expect, which made the whole process smooth and reassuring. Highly recommended for anyone planning overseas travel!
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Excellent staff and service.
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Usman Ali
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Highly recommended for travel vaccines
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Rachael Clifton
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I cannot fault this service. The whole pharmacy team are very helpful and approachable. Mandeep, the pharmacist dealt with my travel queries and vaccinations. I was very unsure as it was my first time going abroad but he talked me through everything and explained which vaccines I needed. The jabs didn't even hurt! He was amazing. A1 service. 100% recommend. Thank you.
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Sarfaraz Riaz
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First class service. Would recommend to try these guys out! Amazing service. Thank you.
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Balraj
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Medway Travel Clinic made preparing for my trip so easy. The location is convenient, and I had no issues with parking – plenty of spaces available. I was able to book an appointment without any hassle, and there were lots of time slots to choose from. I went in for my yellow fever vaccination, and the pharmacist prescriber was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, offering great advice tailored to my destination. I felt completely at ease and well looked after. Highly recommend for travel health needs!
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Kitty Atwal
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I visited Medway Travel Clinic for my rabies vaccine ahead of my trip to Thailand, and I couldn’t have asked for a better service. The clinic is in a really convenient location with easy parking, and booking an appointment was quick and hassle-free. The pharmacist prescriber was incredibly experienced and clearly very skilled at administering vaccines, the whole process was smooth and painless. They also took the time to explain everything in detail, which made me feel confident and well informed. I’d highly recommend Medway Travel Clinic to anyone preparing for travel.
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Madeleine Mortimer
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Cannot recommend Mandeep enough. He is knowledgeable, helpful, and put me at ease. I would definitely go to him in the future - his advice was in depth and his role as a pharmacist prescriber means he can offer more than other pharmacies.
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Leanne Parkin
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Came in yesterday for some travel vaccines. Mandeep the pharmacist was thorough and couldn’t have been more helpful. Would definitely recommend.
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Gary Marchant
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There is one pharmacy here, some very odd opening hours and long lunch break, some parking spaces behind at £2:40 minimum for first hour, if no spaces "walk the gauntlet" through Chatham High Street to get there!!
// FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yellow Fever vaccination required for a Kenya safari?

Yes. NaTHNaC recommends it for the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Tsavo East/West. It is not routinely required for Nairobi, Mombasa, or the coast. Travellers aged 60+ should consult a pharmacist first, as it may not be recommended for low-exposure areas in this age group.

Nairobi has very low risk due to its altitude, but protection is often needed for subsequent safari destinations. Your clinician will advise based on your full itinerary.

Malarone, Doxycycline, and Mefloquine are available. Malarone and Doxycycline are standard first-line choices; Mefloquine may suit specific routes or long stays.

For faster ascent routes on Mount Kenya, altitude sickness medication is worth discussing at your consultation. Acetazolamide (Diamox) is available for eligible adults aged 18 and over. A trial dose must be taken at home before departure.

Core vaccines start from £50 per dose. Yellow Fever is £75 including the ICVP certificate. Rabies is £85 per dose. No separate consultation fee applies when vaccines are given on the day.

Yes. Dengue is spread by Aedes mosquitoes active during the day and is present in coastal resort settings. Consistent daytime DEET or picaridin repellent is important throughout your Kenya trip regardless of accommodation standard.

// Visit Us

Find Us: Your Local Travel Clinic in Medway

We are easy to find and conveniently located in central Chatham.
Contact Details
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday:
9AM–6:15 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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