Visa and Immigration
Kenya has four international airports; Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, Moi International Airport, Mombasa and Moi International Airport, Kisumu and Eldoret.These airports service numerous international carriers.
Kenya has good connections to destinations throughout Europe, the Asia- Pacific region, USA and Africa. Kenya can be accessed by road from Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Sudan and Somalia. Immigration should be processed at land border stations.
Entry by sea is possible, and immigration should be processed at a port facility.
Visa Information
A visa is required prior to entry into Kenya.
A single Entry Visa (valid for three months from date of issue) will cost US$ 25. A transit visa will cost US$ 10.
No Visa is required for Persons aged 16 years and below.
Kenya has good connections to destinations throughout Europe, the Asia- Pacific region, USA and Africa. Kenya can be accessed by road from Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Sudan and Somalia. Immigration should be processed at land border stations.
Entry by sea is possible, and immigration should be processed at a port facility.
Visa Information
A visa is required prior to entry into Kenya.
A single Entry Visa (valid for three months from date of issue) will cost US$ 25. A transit visa will cost US$ 10.
No Visa is required for Persons aged 16 years and below.
Planning and Packing
It is often said that Kenya is a cold country with a hot sun, as the blend of high altitudes and tropical sun make for a unique and variable climate. This should be kept in mind when packing for a visit.
Both temperatures and climate vary drastically from region to region and even throughout a single day. Basically the traveler should come prepared for hot, cold, wet and dusty conditions. Packing for a trip to Kenya requires some careful thought and consideration.
Ultimately your packing should be dictated by the activities you are planning to undertake. If you are travelling extensively throughout the country make sure that you bring suitable luggage. Suitcases and bags should be able to withstand plenty of handling and dusty conditions. Hard suitcases are ideal, but can take up a lot of space.
Both temperatures and climate vary drastically from region to region and even throughout a single day. Basically the traveler should come prepared for hot, cold, wet and dusty conditions. Packing for a trip to Kenya requires some careful thought and consideration.
Ultimately your packing should be dictated by the activities you are planning to undertake. If you are travelling extensively throughout the country make sure that you bring suitable luggage. Suitcases and bags should be able to withstand plenty of handling and dusty conditions. Hard suitcases are ideal, but can take up a lot of space.
Currency
The official currency is the Kenya Shilling. The written abbreviation is either Ksh or using /= after the amount (ie 500/=)
Available Notes are 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 shillings. Available coins are 1, 5, 10, 20 and 40 shillings.
Visitors to Kenya should change foreign currency at banks, bureau de change or authorized hotels.
The easiest currencies to exchange are US Dollars, Pounds sterling and EURO.
Photographic Guide
Kenya is one of the great photographer’s destinations. The great diversity of landscapes, people, wildlife and history make for unparalleled photo opportunities.
For the dedicated photographer, a trip to Kenya is the chance of a lifetime. Come fully prepared and equipped to take full advantage of the ideal photographic environment.
Bring along even more film than you may think you need. Good quality film is available in Nairobi and other large towns, though you may not be able to purchase film while on safari or visiting remote areas.
Bring along even more film than you may think you need. Good quality film is available in Nairobi and other large towns, though you may not be able to purchase film while on safari or visiting remote areas.
Communication
Telecommunications - Kenya has a good network of telephone, cellular and satellite connections. Work is under way to expand this network and introduce fibre optic cables.
Most hotels and lodges offer International telephone and fax services. In larger towns, private telecommunication centres also offer international services. If you have a mobile phone with a roaming connection, then you can make use of Kenya’s excellent cellular networks, which covers larger towns and tourist areas.
Most hotels and lodges offer International telephone and fax services. In larger towns, private telecommunication centres also offer international services. If you have a mobile phone with a roaming connection, then you can make use of Kenya’s excellent cellular networks, which covers larger towns and tourist areas.