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Kenya is a developing East African country. It is bordered by Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the northeast, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, and Sudan to the northwest, with the Indian Ocean running along the southeast border. One of the most beautiful countries of the African continent, Kenya boasts a diversity of scenery ranging from the snow-capped peaks of Mt Kenya to tropical forest, from lush grasslands to barren desert, and fertile farmland to arid bush. Kenya's coastline is famous for its sandy coral beaches. Inland are the great plains of Africa, the home of countless plains game, elephants, giraffe, zebra, lions, rhino, cheetah, leopard and a host of other exotic inhabitants
Kenya’s economy is based on tourism and agriculture. From the coast on the Indian Ocean the Low plains rise to central highlands. The highlands are bisected by Great Rift Valley fertile plateau in west. The Kenyan Highlands comprise one of the most successful agricultural production regions in Africa. The highlands are the site of the highest point in Kenya (and the second highest in Africa): Mount Kenya, which reaches 5,199 meters (17,057 ft) and is also the site of glaciers.
Full Name:
Republic of Kenya
Capital City:
Nairobi
Climate:
The climate in Kenya varies between tropical along the coast and arid towards the interior. There are two rainy seasons, March through May and October through December. The drier season, January through February is considered to be the best time to visit.
Area:
583,000 sq km
225,000 sq miles
Population:
31,600,000
Time Zone:
GMT +3
Languages:
Swahili, English
Currency:
Kenyan Shilling (KSh)
Electricity:
220V 50HzHz
Electric plug details:
British-style plug with two flat blades and one flat grounding blade
Country dialing code:
254
Entry Requirements:
All passengers require a valid passport and visa to enter Kenya.
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months and should contain enough blank pages for visas and immigration stamps.
It is the passenger’s responsibility to check the visa requirements for all countries you intend visiting.
For more Consular and visa information please visit: US State Department.gov or contact the relevant consular office or embassy at Embassy World.com.
Health Requirements: Please contact your personal physician regarding vaccination requirements and recommendations for all countries you intend visiting. You can also access the Center for Disease Control website at CDC.gov
Photography: Bring plenty of film and batteries as it is expensive and the hotels and lodges do not always stock all film types. For Digital photography bring plenty of memory cards and extra batteries. A small digital hard drive backup is also an excellent way to ensure that your pictures come home safe and sound!
Clothing/Packing: Generally throughout the year casual comfortable clothing is worn, cottons and linens are the best materials to pack. Sweaters and jackets are necessary for morning and evening game drives, as the weather is often chilly. Earthy colors such as khaki, olive green, and beige are more suitable for safaris while comfortable walking shoes are essential. Rain gear is always a good idea. Depending on the itinerary you choose we will provide you with an appropriate suggested clothing list however, sun block, hats, sunglasses, binoculars, a travel alarm clock, a small flashlight and insect repellent are a must.
Tipping: Tipping is discretionary however 10% is acceptable in restaurants.
Tipping guidelines for safaris are different. Please ask us for details.
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