Kenya is an all year round safari. The destination that has been voted and awarded the world’s leading safari destination and recently been named Africa’s leading tourist destination by the Oscars of the travel industry; World Travel Awards (WTA).

 Kenya has many tourist attractions ranging from the sandy beaches at the coast, diverse flora and fauna, game parks, cultural heritage, scenic landscapes just to name but a few. The Nairobi National Park is within the boundaries of the City of Nairobi. Also close by is the popular Giraffe Centre where visitors can watch and even feed the giraffes. Other attractions include the National museum, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru, Hells gate, Tsavo East and West National park to mention but a few. The country’s notable tourist attraction is the annual Wildebeest Migration at the Masai Mara. It is a sight to behold and has been dubbed the 7th Wonder of the World.

Visa requirements

The Government of Kenya has introduced an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to replace the current EVisa for entry to Kenya.

The ETA will be applied online at https://www.etakenya.go.ke/ at $30 per person for a single entry and will be mandatory for all foreign visitors travelling to Kenya (including children and infants) except for Citizens of the EIGHT EAC member states.

Vaccinations

We recommend seeking advice from your local practitioner on the appropriate vaccinations you may need. Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if travelling from any yellow fever-endemic country.

Weather and climate in Kenya

Dry season –June to October

During the Dry season daytime temperatures are usually around 23°C/73°F at higher altitudes, such as the Masai Mara, and 28°C/82°F at lower altitudes, such as the coastal areas. The sky is clear and days are sunny.

• June, July, August, September & October – These are the coldest months. Early morning temperatures at higher altitude are typically 10°C/50°F. It is advisable to pack warm clothing, as morning game drives in open vehicles will be cold. There is very little rain in most of the country.

• Wet season –November to May

During the Wet season daytime temperatures are between 24°C/75°F and 27°C/81°F at higher altitudes. At lower altitudes daytime temperatures are more consistent and hover around 30°C/86°F. Mornings stay cool at higher altitudes, and it is advisable to pack warm clothes for early morning game drives.

• November & December – ‘Short rains’: A period of unpredictable, short rains between November and December that lasts about a month. The rain is sometimes heavy, but mostly falls in the late afternoon or evening, and will seldom have a negative impact on your safari.
• January & Februay – During these months, a dry spell in the rainy season occurs with less rainfall. How long the spell lasts and when it takes place exactly is unpredictable.
• March, April & May – ‘Long rains’: These months get the most rain. It’s very cloudy, especially in the highlands, including Aberdare NP and Laikipia Plateau. Humidity is higher and will be particularly noticeable in the coastal regions.

The best time to travel is July-October and also when the great migration takes place. Wild life is also easier to spot during the dry season.

What to carry

Below are some of the essentials needed for a safari:

• Comfortable Safari clothes
• Fleece Jacket
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sun hat & Sun glasses
• Head Torch
• Chargers & Adapters
• Good camera
• Insect Repellent

Plugs & Voltage

The standard voltage in Kenya is 240 volts with a standard frequency of 50Hz and the associated plug type is G. This is the 3 pin rectangular pin.

Plastic bag ban

A ban on use of plastic carrier bags came into effect in 2017. Visitors to Kenya are advised to avoid packing plastic carrier bags in their luggage.

Security

The Kenyan tourist circuit tends to be very safe for tourists. This has been
due to concerted efforts by stakeholders to ensure that visitors enjoy their
stay without any security concerns.
The tourism industry in Kenya takes visitor safety very seriously and
considers all aspects of the tourist’s stay in Kenya. For this reason, the
industry created a Safety and Communication Center under the auspices of the
Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF), which is operational 24hrs a day to monitor
visitor safety. The Safety Center is the brainchild of the leading tourism
trade associations comprising the Kenya Associations of Tour Operators
(KATO), Hotelkeepers and Caterers (KAHC), Travel Agents (KATA), Budget
hotels (KBHA), Air Operators (KAAO) as well as Mombasa and Coast Tourism
Association (MCTA).
The Safety and Communication Center is manned by well-trained staff who are
at hand to attend to any issues of concern to tourists. These include
security, health, road conditions, travel advisories and updates etc. Most
tourism operators are members of the Safety and Communication Center and are
regularly updated on issues that are of importance to them.
There is a 24hr TOURIST HELPLINE (020 – 604767) where one can seek
assistance in case of need. Many Tour Operators are also connected to the
Center by HF Radios which makes access while on safari very easy.  

In line with that you do however need to observe the basic precautions i.e. avoid walking in dark/isolated areas at night, do not wear flashy jewelers, avoid carrying valuables around, etc.

Parks & Reserves

Kenya has a total of over 30 National Parks and Reserves, including Marine Parks. These are supplemented by private sanctuaries and game ranches which form about 10 per cent of Kenya’s surface area. The most popular Parks & Reserves are Maasai Mara, Samburu, Tsavo, Amboseli, and Lake Nakuru.

TANZANIA TRAVEL INFORMATION.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

All travellers whether foreign nationals, Tanzanian citizens or Residents, MUST enter Tanzania through designated (formal) Entry Points. Upon arrival, the traveller will be responsible for:

1. Appearing in person in front of an Immigration Officer with a completed and signed arrival declaration card, and
2. Producing their passport or other acceptable document to an Immigration Officer; and
3. In the case of foreign nationals; they may be required:
4. To show their Visa or apply for Visa on arrival;
5. To show Residence Permit/Pass If they are bonafide Residents in Tanzania;
6. Return ticket or evidence of onward travel arrangement; and
7. Evidence of funds for maintenance (upkeep budget

Visa Information

A visa is a permission granted to a foreign visitor who intends to enter into Tanzania for the purpose of visit, tourism, leisure, holiday, business, health treatment, attending conference or any other related activities recognised by Laws of the country.

Download Visa Application Guidelines: https://visa.immigration.go.tz/guidelines

https://immigration.go.tz/index.php/fees-for-visa

 Note: It should be noted that the possession of Visa is not a final authority to enter the United Republic of Tanzania. The Immigration Officer at the Entry point may refuse a holder of visa to enter, if he is satisfied that the holder is unable to fulfil Immigration entry requirements or if the presence of such person or visitors in the United Republic of Tanzania would be contrary to the National Interests.