Safari Tour 5

Kenyan Tours

Kenya is a vibrant travel destination known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. The Maasai Mara National Reserve offers an unforgettable safari experience, especially during the Great Migration. Nairobi, the capital, blends urban life with nature, featuring attractions like the Giraffe Centre and Nairobi National Park. For beach lovers, the white sandy shores of Diani and Lamu provide a perfect tropical retreat. Visitors can also explore the Great Rift Valley, home to breathtaking lakes, flamingos, and unique geological formations.

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Travel Information

Entry Requirements

Valid passports are mandatory for all visitors.
Visas are required for most non-Commonwealth citizens, except for specific countries (Germany, Denmark, Norway, San Marino, Sweden, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Finland, Spain, Turkey, and Uruguay; this list is subject to change).
Visa processing can take up to six weeks.
Visitors with proper documents and onward/return tickets may receive free visitor passes upon arrival (valid for three months), but these prohibit work or business activities without authorization.
Visitors without proper documents must pay a refundable deposit of Kshs. 5,000/= for visitor passes.

Climate

Kenya has a tropical climate: hot and humid at the coast, temperate inland, and very dry in the north/northeast.
Average temperatures:
- Mombasa (coast): 30.3°C max / 22.4°C min
- Nairobi (inland): 25.2°C max / 13.6°C min
- Eldoret (high altitude): 23.6°C max / 9.5°C min
- Lodwar (dry plains): 34.8°C max / 23.7°C min
Sunshine is abundant year-round, requiring summer clothing. Nights and mornings are cool.
Rainy seasons: Long rains (April-June), short rains (October-December).
Hottest months: February-March; Coldest months: July-August.
Annual wildebeest migration (Serengeti to Maasai Mara): June-September.

Practicalities

Baggage: Limited to one medium suitcase/holdall plus hand luggage (exceptions for private safaris with fewer than 7 people). Air safaris have a **15kg** restriction.
Currency: Hard currencies (USD, GBP) can be exchanged at banks, forex bureaus, and hotels. Banks operate weekdays 9:00 am-3:00 pm, Saturdays 9:00 am-11:00 am.
Credit Cards: VISA, MASTERCARD, and AMERICAN EXPRESS are widely accepted, with a potential **5% mark-up**.
Health: Malaria is endemic; **anti-malarial medication** and **insect repellent** are recommended. Bottled water is widely available.
Security: Use safe deposit boxes, avoid carrying large sums of cash, and be cautious in crowded areas. Avoid walking alone at night.
Voltage: **240 volts AC 50 cycles**, three-pin square sockets.
Tipping: Customary for porters, waiters, taxi drivers, and safari guides.
Language: Kiswahili and English.
Communications: Direct overseas dialing, call home bureaus, and cybercafés are available.
Arrival/Departure: Main airports: **Jomo Kenyatta (Nairobi), Moi (Mombasa)**. Departure tax: **US$40**.
Shopping: Souvenirs include **wood carvings, sisal baskets, beadwork, and gemstones**.