KENYA TRAVEL GUIDE

ESSENTIALS | WHEN TO GO | WEATHER | COSTS | ACTIVITIES | SIGHTS

INTRODUCTION

It's for a good reason that Kenya is one of the top destinations in Africa — jam-packed with beautiful and diverse landscapes, from a tropical coastline dotted with miles of white sand beaches and coral reefs, to spectacular national parks with endless opportunities for safaris.

Kenya also contains one of the most colourful arrays of tribal cultures anywhere in Africa. Kenya’s Rift Valley contains prehistoric fossils and other evidence that have continued to delight archaeologists all over the world, ever since Louis Leakey carried out his famous ‘digs’ in the area. Kenya is also one of the most tourist-friendly countries in Africa, despite the political tensions prevailing there. Kenya is totally geared for the tourist with extensive tourist infrastructure that makes its wonders accessible, and friendly villagers in the countryside who will make your trip an enjoyable one.

COVID-19 TRAVEL STATUS

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Kenya reopened its airports to international flights on August 1.Travelers entering Kenya are required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued within 96 hours prior to arrival in Kenya. Travelers with a negative rapid test result will be subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine.All travelers will be screened on arrival; anyone displaying symptoms of COVID-19 will be subject to a 14-day quarantine in their residence or at a hotel.Quarantine will apply to travelers depending on their country of origin. Travelers arriving from countries included on this list are exempted from quarantine unless they are symptomatic.Passenger Locator Cards (PLC, provided both on the flight and at the airport terminal) will be used to track passengers entering Kenya.
Travelers may be subject to quarantine restrictions if any passengers within two rows of their seat appear symptomatic.

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QUICK FACTS

• Capital: Nairobi
• Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KSh, KES)
• Area: 582,650km²
• Population: 51,39 million (2018)
• Language: English (official), Kiswahili (official), approx. 72 indigenous languages
• Religion: Protestant 45%, Roman Catholic 33%, indigenous beliefs 10%, Muslim 11%, other 1%
• Electricity: 240V, 50Hz (UK plug)

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

• 1 May, Labour Day
• 1 June, Madaraka Day (Self-Rule Day)
• 10 October, Moi Day
• 20 October, Heroes’ Day (Mashujaa Day)
• 12 December, Jamhuri/Independence Day

Holidays falling on a Sunday are observed the following Monday.

Business openings and work schedules may be significantly affected by Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, Islamic, Jain, and Sikh holidays and festivals.

FESTIVALS

WEATHER SYNOPSIS

Kenya's climate ranges from tropical (along the coast) to arid (in the mountain regions). Kenya's climate is impacted by the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), as well as the movement of the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). The rainy season in Kenya usually begins in March and decreases in May to June. The second wet season begins around September/October and shows a decreasing trend in December. The windiest time of the year occurs during the southeast monsoon, which extends from May to September.

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SPORT & ACTIVITIES

HEALTH

Be aware of possible health risks in 

Kenya

Yellow fever - The yellow fever virus is found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa and South America. The virus is spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. There is no medicine to treat or cure an infection. To prevent getting sick from yellow fever, use insect repellent, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and get vaccinated.

Zika Virus - Zika is spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. These mosquitoes bite during the day and night. Zika can be passed from a pregnant woman to her fetus. Infection during pregnancy can cause certain birth defects. There is no vaccine or medicine for Zika.

Malaria - Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by a parasite that commonly infects a certain type of mosquito which feeds on humans. People who get malaria are typically very sick with high fevers, shaking chills, and flu-like illness. Although malaria can be a deadly disease, illness and death from malaria can usually be prevented.

Dengue - Dengue is spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. These mosquitoes bite during the day and night. About one in four people infected with dengue will get sick. For people who get sick with dengue, symptoms can be mild or severe.

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