Preparing for your Kenyan Safari

Accommodation
KENYA - Accommodation in Nairobi and Mombasa is of an international standard. Safari camps are extremely comfortable, most with bathrooms en suite, hot and cold running water, electricity and flushing toilets. Lodges are again very comfortable, each with their own character and superb food. Most lodges we book our clients into have swimming pools and one or another sports activity as well.

Airport Departure Taxes
KENYA - For all passengers departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Moi International Airport, Kisumu Airport or Wilson Airport, an airport service charge is payable as follows:-

International flights - US $40 per person (not payable in local currency)
Domestic flights - KShs 200 per person (payable in local currency)
Passengers departing from Malindi Airport on a domestic flight are also liable for the domestic flight charge.

Banking Hours
KENYA - Monday to Friday 0900-1400 hrs. First and last Saturday of month 0900-1100 hrs. Banks at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Moi International Airport remain open 24 hours a day.

Climate
KENYA - People invariably ask, “When is the best time to visit Kenya”. It is a difficult question to answer. Kenya is close to the equator and has no real seasons. Each time of year has its special attractions, and some general guidelines can be given.

Clothing
KENYA - Kenya is in the tropics, but the only tropical air you will encounter will be at the coast. Safari attire is casual and comfortable. Dress mainly for outdoor comfort with a change of informal clothes for the evening. Footwear should be low-heeled and comfortable. There is not much walking and you stay in your vehicle during game runs. Bring a light-weight raincoat and a hat for sun protection as vehicle roof hatches are left open whilst game viewing. Sunscreens are recommended and a swimsuit is essential for those lodges with pools. Although evening wear is informal, Mount Kenya Safari Club, Nanyuki and some Nairobi restaurants do require gentlemen to wear a tie and jacket for dinner. Please do not offend local customs by wearing very skimpy shorts or miniskirts. You will need cool, casual clothes for day wear, shorts or slacks for men and simple cotton dresses for women. Smart but informal clothes are worn in the evenings but something warm is advised for the nights as the air can be cool.

Accessories - Carry binoculars for added pleasure in game viewing. Take a small, lightweight flashlight as electric generators at lodges and camps are sometimes turned off after 2200 hrs or 2300 hrs.

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				Preparing for your Kenyan Safari Accommodation KENYA - Accommodation in Nairobi and Mombasa is of an international standard. Safari camps are extremely comfortable, most with bathrooms en suite, hot and cold running water, electricity and flushing toilets. Lodges are again very comfortable, each with their own character and superb food. Most lodges we book our clients into have swimming pools and one or another sports activity as well. Airport Departure Taxes KENYA - For all passengers departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Moi International Airport, Kisumu Airport or Wilson Airport, an airport service charge is payable as follows:- International flights - US $40 per person (not payable in local currency) Domestic flights - KShs 200 per person (payable in local currency) Passengers departing from Malindi Airport on a domestic flight are also liable for the domestic flight charge. Banking Hours KENYA - Monday to Friday 0900-1400 hrs. First and last Saturday of month 0900-1100 hrs. Banks at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Moi International Airport remain open 24 hours a day. Climate KENYA - People invariably ask, “When is the best time to visit Kenya”. It is a difficult question to answer. Kenya is close to the equator and has no real seasons. Each time of year has its special attractions, and some general guidelines can be given. Clothing KENYA - Kenya is in the tropics, but the only tropical air you will encounter will be at the coast. Safari attire is casual and comfortable. Dress mainly for outdoor comfort with a change of informal clothes for the evening. Footwear should be low-heeled and comfortable. There is not much walking and you stay in your vehicle during game runs. Bring a light-weight raincoat and a hat for sun protection as vehicle roof hatches are left open whilst game viewing. Sunscreens are recommended and a swimsuit is essential for those lodges with pools. Although evening wear is informal, Mount Kenya Safari Club, Nanyuki and some Nairobi restaurants do require gentlemen to wear a tie and jacket for dinner. Please do not offend local customs by wearing very skimpy shorts or miniskirts. You will need cool, casual clothes for day wear, shorts or slacks for men and simple cotton dresses for women. Smart but informal clothes are worn in the evenings but something warm is advised for the nights as the air can be cool. Accessories - Carry binoculars for added pleasure in game viewing. Take a small, lightweight flashlight as electric generators at lodges and camps are sometimes turned off after 2200 hrs or 2300 hrs. NEXT>