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GENERAL KENYA TRAVEL INFORMATION

GENERAL TRAVEL INFORMATION

Visa and Health Regulation:
Visa requirements vary from time to time and should check with the nearest Tourism diplomatic missions of the mission. Health certificates are required, but these vary according to country of origin and should be checked with the authorities relevant. Yellow fever and cholera vaccination is recommended. Antimalarial drugs should be started before arrival.

Photography:
Film and batteries are available in most lodges but in restricted stocks and sizes so it is suggested to bring your own supply. A 200 mm to 300 mm telephoto lens is recommended for game and bird photography.
Much of East Africa is generally warm, low humidity and nights cool. Temperatures vary with altitude.

Clothing:
Cotton dresses linen, light clothes and short sleeved shirts are recommended. Bring a warm sweater, as nights can be chilly at high altitudes. Comfortable shoes, bathing suit, Sunglasses, sunscreen, flashlight and an alarm clock will complement your safari team.

Hotel Check in / check-out:
Check out time is usually 1000 hours. Hence check in can not be guaranteed before 1100 hours unless it is booked the night before. Day rooms up 1800 hours are generally available.

Accommodation and meals at the Safari Lodges:
Single, double, triple and suites. Lodge facilities include lounges / bars with fireplace, dining rooms and viewing platforms. Most lodges have swimming pools outdoors.

Tents:
These range from simple luxury with large beds and provide mosquito nets, private bathrooms and terraces.

Meals:
On safari, meals are included in pension scheme complete. No full English breakfast. Lunch is often buffet style set with salads, cold and hot dishes hot and principal. Dinner is 3-5 courses with a combination of dishes.

Getting around
BORDER:
The main crossing point between Kenya and Tanzania is at Namanga, which is open 24 hours a day. Other crosses are Lunga Lunga and Taveta. The Ethiopian border post Moyale is becoming increasingly dangerous because of civil strife. The border was closed for a while but has now reopened. To drive vehicles to four wheels, a more adventurous route to the west near Lake Turkana is quite popular. Ask locals for advice before attempting this route. No border on both sides of the border crossing you have to get your visa stamped in Nairobi. Malaba and Busimia are the main messages of Uganda border. At present there land crossings with Somalia and Sudan as it is not safe to cross unless part of a convoy of refugees.

RAIL AND BUS:
Rail Safaris is a safe and reliable public transport. Passenger services from Mombasa to Malaba go through Voi, Nairobi, Nakuru and Eldoret. It is essential to book tickets two to three days in advance. Kenya has a good network of buses and matatus (minibuses) and shared taxis, but no one is quite sure that drivers tend to overload and speed and terrible accidents occur regularly. Where possible, rail travel should be the means of transport. Private 18-seater, buses offer shuttle services connecting Nairobi and Mombasa with Arusha and Moshi in Tanzania, which are more expensive but more comfortable and safer.

AIRPORTS:
Domestic air services operate between major airports:
Jomo Kenyatta International, Nairobi (NBO)
Moi International, Mombasa (MBA)
A number of companies that operate between Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nanyuki, Malindi, Lamu and the national parks / Reserves of Amboseli, Masai Mara and Samburu.

ROADS:
There are 63,800 km of roads in Kenya, 8863 km of which are paved. The roads are in good condition, but have deteriorated and some stretches are very dangerous. The A104 running from Mombasa to Malaba via Nairobi is a heavy truck route. High speed and unpredictable local driving habits are daily hazards on Kenyan roads. Roads in the north and northeast are mostly dirt roads and the rainy season are only navigable by four-wheel drive vehicles. Your national driving license is accepted, an English translation if necessary. Driving is on the left side of the road. As fuel shortages can occur, it is best to fill their tanks before leaving a major city.

Passports and Visas:
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All Visitors are required to carry a passport valid for six months beyond the intended duration of stay. There should be sufficient blank pages for entry stamps upon arrival.
Nationals of some countries can obtain visas on arrival. Check with the Kenyan Consulate beforehand. People wishing to enter the country on business or for more than 30 days must obtain a visa from their nearest Kenyan Consulate.

Requirements for this are:
»Form visa application,
"Business Letter (for business visa)
"A passport photograph
"Proof of sufficient funds and travel ticket onward / return.

Visas cost U.S. $ 50 and are valid for three months.

General Information Accommodation:
Most safari lodges vary in size and style, and built to blend into the local environment. Accommodation tends to be rondavel or the kind of band, with a living room, dining room and bar in downtown hotels unit. Do not be fooled by the term "tented accommodation" - that tends to be luxurious insect-proof, tents and are usually permanently pitched on concrete bases, often with en suite toilets. These are very popular and give the visitor the true experience of being close to nature without the inconvenience and discomfort that may be associated with camping outdoors. In cities, hotels cheaper are definitely avoidable. The prices of higher-end hotels vary according to season. Note that although prices can be quoted in the payment U.S. dollars, local currency is the accepted norm. Campsites in national parks and nature reserves tend to be very basic, with running water, but only latrines. It is very recommended that you book your accommodation as far in advance all possible, as availability is often a scarce commodity, especially in high season.

BUDGET CAMPING:
Camping is the ideal budget for those who like to "rough it." The tents are spacious enough for two people and have a mesh in each window to keep bugs.
All preparations are made in the field upon arrival at camp. Customers are often expected to help stores tone, but the cooking and cleaning is left to the crew of camping. We recommend visitors bring their own sleeping bags. Public campgrounds provide hygienic quality basic bathroom safaris.At reasonable budget camping some parks used semi-permanent campsites offering camping style update facilities such as showers (hot showers available on request) and toilet Flash.

Game drives / game viewing:
The game drive / viewing of the game is the standard way of wildlife in national parks in Africa, concession, while regulations and considerations Security restrict exploration on foot. Conditions are ideal for the safari vehicle, increasing the savannah country the fame of the safety and comfort of a car, you'll a large number and variety of animals involved by chance. Game drives in most parks always exciting: you can go from one species to the next zebra note here the giraffe there, a knot of impala on the right, a trio of elephant bulls ahead. However, there is really no guarantee what you see, animals are free to move at will and can even go beyond the park boundaries.

DRIVER GUIDES:
Each safari group will be accompanied by the best driver-guides with expertise in wildlife and other sights. The driver guides are continually training on topics such as the maintenance of safari vehicles, customer safety, habits mating of different species, the preservation and conservation, languages ​​and foreign general knowledge: English, French, German, Spanish and Japanese

Kenya - Health:
Requirements:
Everyone that Kenya must hold a certificate valid international yellow fever vaccination. It is imperative that you obtain malaria prophylactics before entering Kenya. When purchasing these, please tell your doctor or pharmacist who intends to visit Kenya. It is important to note that the Kenyan authorities have banned the use of combinations of chloroquine prophylaxis, and instead recommend the use of mefloquine (Lariam / Mefliam) or doxycycline. Start the course at least one week before entering Kenya and continue taking the pills for six weeks after leaving the country. If you suffer from side effects, try taking prophylaxis against malaria in the evening after dinner. Precautions you can take to avoid contact with mosquitoes are: sleeping under a mosquito net or in room / tent with mosquito-proof (remember to keep the flaps with zip at all times), spraying your accommodation with insecticide, making use of a mosquito repelling lotion or stick with long sleeves, pants and socks when out at night. Immunization against typhoid, tetanus, tuberculosis, polio, and meningococcal meningitis are recommended.

Services Physicians:
Medical services in Kenya in urban areas and near parks and beaches, but are limited elsewhere. Doctors and hospitals often require immediate payment in cash, but usually accept major credit cards. It is advisable to ensure medical coverage in your insurance before your arrival. Note that major hotels have contracts with doctors and dentists. Visitors are However, it is advisable to bring the supply of specialty drugs that may be required. Otherwise, the medicine can be bought in pharmacies and chemists are open overnight.

Safety:
Adventure Travel Safaris in Kenya is generally entirely safe, however, is the occasional regional ethnic skirmishes. You are advised to keep abreast of the situation in the areas they are traveling, especially the parties to distance and borders. Uganda, Somalia and Sudan shifta (bandits) rove its border with Kenya. Violent border attacks and cattle raids occur, so it is best to avoid the border regions. Crossings border in Somalia and Sudan are strongly discouraged. Petty crime and theft occurs in some urban areas, so be alert and maintain objects hidden value. Security within the parks is pretty good, but never leave belongings unattended. It is always best to travel in large groups.
Water:
While water in major cities is chlorinated and relatively safe to drink, there are frequent interruptions and this can lead to mild to severe gastrointestinal problems, first African travelers. Rather stick to sealed bottled water, which is available in most hotels and inns, and is highly recommended for the first weeks of their stay. Do not use ice cubes or eat raw meat, raw fish or dairy products. Avoid roads and street vendors and only eat well-cooked foods while they are still hot and fruit can be peeled without contamination.
The seasons and climate:
Summer: December to March
WINTER: July-October

Kenya is divided between Ecuador and enjoy a tropical climate. It is warm and humid on the coast, temperate inland and very dry in the north and northeastern parts of the country. The hottest time is in February and March and the coldest in July and August.

Average annual temperatures in the main areas are:
Mombasa (coastal):
Maximum 30 ° C, minimum 22 ° C
Nairobi: Max 25 º C, minimum 13 º C
Normal northern lands: Max 34 º C, minimum 23 ° C

The rain always occur from April to June and short rains from October to December. Rainfall is sometimes heavy and tends to fall in the afternoons and evenings.

WHAT TO BRING:
Generally, casual comfortable clothing is suitable throughout the year. The most practical items to pack for safari are:

"Khaki, the colors green, beige and neutral
'Blouses and shirts with long sleeves (even in summer, which will protect you from sun and mosquitoes)
»T-Shirts
"The shorts or a skirt of light
"Jeans or safari trousers for the evening and cooler days
"Some hotels and clubs require gentlemen to wear a jacket and ties and women to be suitably dressed for dinner

"A jacket and sweater are recommended in the early morning safaris and evening
»Swimwear & Beachwear
"Comfortable walking shoes
"Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, insect repellent, moisturizing balm and lips are the essential

Good quality clothes and shoes for safaris local manufacture are available in Nairobi and Mombasa shops at reasonable prices. If you are traveling with an organized safari, it is important to check what your weight limit is. In general, you have to limit your luggage to 10-12 kg (packed in a bag transport) plus a reasonable amount of camera equipment.

When to go:
Kenya is a year round destination, with excellent game viewing. One of the biggest attractions of Kenya is the annual wildebeest migration between Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and Masai National Reserve Mara in Kenya. This is carried out between June and September. The traditional high season from January to March, as this is when the weather is hot and dry and more comfortable to travel. This is a good time to see birds in the Rift Valley lakes. Observation of wild animals in perennial water wells is also good at this time. April to June are the times less popular time to visit Kenya, and these are the rainy seasons and flooding often occurs. However, it is usually possible to obtain easily these days and rains do not hinder visibility.

Currency:
The currency is the Kenyan shilling (KES), divided into 100 cents. Notes are in KSh1000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are KSH40, 20, 10, 5 and 1 KSH

The base costs
EXCHANGE RATE:
The exchange rate is in your favor. In general, you find that the cost cuisine, wine and entertainment for a fraction of the rate charged by equivalent establishments elsewhere in the world. The price of beer starts KSh85. A traditional meal will cost about KSh150 while you can expect to pay around KSh500-1000 for an elegant meal. Gasoline costs about 105 shillings per liter ..

Banking hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 to 16:00
First Saturday of each month 9:00 to 11:00

National and international banks have branches in Mombasa, Nairobi, Kisumu, san, Eldoret, Kericho and Nyeri and most major cities. Banks in Mombasa and in open coastal areas and about a half hour earlier. Banks and exchange offices at international airports are open 24 hours a day

CREDIT CARDS:
All major credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, Diners Club and American Express) are accepted.

TIPS:
Bear in mind that salaries in East Africa tend to be very low, and people working in service sectors depends on tips to supplement their salaries. On safari you should tip your driver, cook and guide. These people do not earn much to be tilted all he feels he can, but of course this depends on you and how happy I was with your service.
As in most countries Africa, there are plenty of cheap souvenirs to buy along the road. These are handmade, but mass produced so always check the quality before buying. Materials include ebony, and ivory soap. Note that it is illegal to export products containing all elements of turtle elephant, rhino or sea. Tribal souvenirs are available, including Maasai beaded jewelry, Kiondo (woven sisal baskets) and natural or decorated calabashes (gourds). Bright sarongs (kangas or kikois) repair portable memories. If you are after quality artwork, it is wiser, probably to look in galleries and shops that deal in it, instead of buying on the black market.

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