Everything you need to know for an unforgettable Kenyan adventure
Visa Required
eVisa available
Languages
English, Swahili
Currency
Kenyan Shilling
Time Zone
EAT (GMT+3)
Dry season, excellent wildlife viewing
Temperature: 25-30°C
Long rains, lush landscapes
Temperature: 22-28°C
Peak season, Great Migration
Temperature: 20-25°C
Short rains, green scenery
Temperature: 23-28°C
eVisa System
Most visitors need an eVisa, available at www.evisa.go.ke. Apply at least 7 days before travel.
Passport Validity
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic countries.
Visa-Free Countries
Citizens of EAC countries (Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan) do not require a visa.
*Prices subject to change. Check official website for current rates.
Kenyan Shilling (KES). Major currencies can be exchanged at banks, hotels, and forex bureaus. ATMs available in cities.
Accepted in major hotels, restaurants, and shops. Cash is needed for markets and smaller establishments.
Safari guide: $10-15 per day • Driver: $5-10 per day • Waiters: 10% • Porters: $1-2 per bag
*Approximate rate: 1 USD = 130 KES
Recommended: Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus. Consult your doctor 4-6 weeks before travel.
Take anti-malarial medication, use insect repellent, sleep under mosquito nets, wear long sleeves at dusk.
Drink only bottled or filtered water. Avoid ice in drinks from unknown sources.
Keep valuables in hotel safe, avoid walking alone at night, follow guide instructions on safari.
Handshake is common. Use "Jambo" (hello) or "Habari" (how are you).
Always ask permission before photographing people.
Wait to be invited to eat. It's polite to wash hands before meals.
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