Travel and Safaris in Kenya

When packing for a safari, put in mind that the weather in Africa is unique and unsettled. Both the weather and temperature can abruptly change in some regions. In the northern side of Kenya, it can be hot and warm almost the whole year round while in the central highland Kenya’s temperature can be lower.

Normally in Kenya, we do have two rainy seasons, short rains in November/December and long rains in April and May. The warmest month is January/ February and the coolest months lie in the months of July /August. In central highland Kenya, it can be cold, especially in Nairobi, the Mount Kenya region. During the months of April and May, some Lodges and Camp remain closed, thus proper information is required before booking.

The temperatures at the coast are between 22 to 34°C with humidity of about 65° percent. The Seawater temperature remains at an average of 25 degrees. A safari during the rainy season can a bit be challenging especially when it comes to driving off roads but on the other side, this is the time vegetation explodes forming a very magnificent vegetation landscape that the East African region has to offer. During the rainy season, a 4×4 safari Bus or Land cruiser is recommended.

1 What to carry

NB.Requirements depend on the type of safari.

Rack sack for other personal belonging Jacket, hat, sunglasses, and Sun cream. In the evening long trousers and long-sleeved shirts or pullover against mosquitoes.

One big soft safari bag is recommended

Light long and short trousers

During game drive, light safari short/long trousers; dark green, brown or khaki Colors.

1 pair light trekking shoes where required depending on the safari type, 1 pair open shoes, 1 pair light sports shoes.

Extra memory cards flash disks and Batteries

2 visa requirements in Kenya.

Visitors to the Republic of Kenya can now apply online for their eVisa services in a simple, secure, and convenient way.

Single Entry Visa/Tourist Visa

Issued for single entry to persons whose nationalities require a visa to enter Kenya either for business, tourism, medical or other reasons.

Valid travel document not less than six months

Travel itinerary (Details about places to visit if going as a tourist)

A Return ticket

Hotel bookings

Return air ticket

Identity Documents

Clear Passport biodata page

A clear photograph

For more information please visit  eVisa

3 your health while in Kenya

Kenya’s health system is advanced; there are a good number of world class hospitals in Kenya. This includes, Agha Khan Hospital, Karen hospital, Nairobi hospital, Mombasa Hospital etc. In the rural areas, health centres are spread throughout, which is essential in the event one needs a first Aid.

There are also a number of medical flying doctors in Kenya, offering a 24hrs medical and evacuation services in the event there is a need. However it’s very important for one to have a Travel insurance cover to cater for any emergency.

Our guides are also trained to offer first aid to the visitors and also well informed about the nearest hospital if a need arise. Lodges and hotel have  a resident clinical attendant who is always at stand by to cater for the visitor’s needs.

It’s also very essential and advisable to take anti malaria drugs prior to arrival and should be taken continuously 4 weeks after leaving Kenya.

During the evening hours, it’s also advisable to try and avoid mosquito bites by using repellent and by wearing long sleeved shirts and trousers.

Always, it’s a noble idea, for visitors to consult, their doctors before travel.

4 Your security in Kenya

The tourism industry in Kenya is well managed and takes tourists safety very seriously.  The industry created a Safety and Communication Centre under the auspices of the Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF), its operated 24hrs a day to monitor visitor safety and to liaise closely with the security agencies in Kenya to ensure that visitors’ safety is a high priority.

The Kenya Tourism Federation Safety and Communication Centre are well managed by well-trained staffs that are at 24hrs service to attend to any issues of concern to tourists and visitors. Issues concerning visitor’s security, health, travel advisory, weather, and road condition are addressed and communicated promptly.

To boost the security of all visitors in Kenya, a special tourist police unit was formed in 2011, which is always on patrol in major and small towns as well as in the attractions areas to make sure safety of the visitors is not compromised.

We as a company, also liaise closely with all the security organs to make sure our guests are safe.