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Kenya Safaris, Kenya
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Wildebeest migration, Hotel booking, About Kenya, Culture
overview in Kenya, Culture overview in Tanzania, Specialists
in African Tours, Kenyan Safaris, Tanzania safaris, Camping
in Kenya
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When to Travel to East Africa |
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Africa is a great destination all year round. Each season has its
advantages, and each area has its best moments. If you have
already decided when you are going on safari, you can use these
pages to decide on the best places to travel to and the best
safari tours to book. If your dates are flexible you'll be able to
plan your safari better by understanding the seasonal trends in
the places you want to go to. The annual wildebeest migration is
an incredible event, only witnessed in East Africa, so we've also
included a special section to help you plan a safari with the best
chance of witnessing it for yourself.
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December to March
This is summer in East Africa, so temperatures are warm. The short
rains from early November to late March are sporadic and don't
last long. Game viewing in the Serengeti and diving in Zanzibar
are excellent now. Read more about safaris from
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April
to June
The long rains are from early April through early June, but don't
be put off: safaris are still good in the Serengeti, Lake Manyara
and the Masai Mara. It is also less expensive and less crowded for
travellers during this season, which makes it one of the best
times to go. |
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July
to November
This season offers comfortable temperatures and is a popular time
for travel because of summer holidays in the northern hemisphere.
It can get very busy, so be sure to book well in advance. If you
want to climb Kilimanjaro, now is the time to do it. |
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The Migration Seasons
East Africa is the stage for the world's greatest wildlife drama.
The wildebeest migration is an annual journey of hundreds of
thousands of animals from the Serengeti in Tanzania, to the Masai
Mara in Kenya. |
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Countries whose nationals require Referred Visas -
Applications are sent to Nairobi for approval |
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Afghanistan, Armania, Iraq, Lebanon, Mali,
North Korea, Tadjkistan, Senegal, Somali, Syria, Jordan, Nigeria,
Cameroon, Azerbaijan |
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Countries whose nationals do not require a Visa to come to Kenya : |
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Antigue And Barbuda, Tonga, The Bahamas,
Trinidad & Tobago, Barbados, Tuvalu, Belize, Uganda, Botswana,
Gambia, Brunei, Ghana, Darussalum, Grenada, Cyprus Papua, New
Guinea, Fiji Islands, Samoa, Jamaica, Seychelles, Kiribati,
Tanzania, Lesotho, Vanuatu, Malawi, Zambia, Malaysia( If Less
Than 30 Days), Zimbabwe, Maldives, Ethiopia, Mauritus, Uruguay,
Namibia, Turkey, Nauru, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands,
St. Lucia, St. Vincent And The
Grenadines, Swaziland, Sa Marino. |
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Stateless persons not holding valid passports
or other travel documents issued by their own country of natianality.
This includes recognised refugees - holders of the united nations
refugee travel document. |
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Nationals of any other country which does not
appear above may obtain visa on application either at the mission or
any
kenya
port of entry subject to fulfilment of the normal requirements.
If you apply at the port of entry, you will not need a photograph.
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Visa
Charges :
Single entry visa
USD 50,
Multiple entry visa (1 Year)
USD100,
, Transit Visa USD20, Referral Visa fee (non refundable) USD 20: If
you are planning on visiting
Kenya
and not going into another country as part of your Kenya trip [eg
Tanzania], then you only need a single entry visa. |
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Immigration
Requirements :
When leaving the country, passengers will be
asked to verify the contents of the baggage at the Customs desk.
Export of products made from Elephant, Rhino and Turtle are
prohibited. |
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Passports
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visitors are required to carry a valid passport. The passport should
be valid for
at least 6 months from date of travel.
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Getting to Kenya
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There
are several airlines which fly to Kenya. These include Kenya
Airways, KLM, British Airways, Qatar, Emirates, Air India and
SouthAfrican Airways to name a few. The main international airport
in Kenya is the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.
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Vaccination:
Inoculation against Yellow fever and Cholera
may be mandatory depending on the country where the travel
originates. Anyone entering
Kenya
from or through a Yellow Fever infected area, must be in possession
of a valid International certificate of Vaccination against Yellow
Fever.
Malaria:
It is advisable that you take malaria tablets before entering
Kenya. Start the course at least one week before entering Kenya.
Please consult your physician or General Practitioner.
Drinking
water:
Bottled mineral water is widely available in Kenya at reasonable
prices. Tap water is not recommended for drinking. Cel Africa
Safaris vehicles carry a complimentary stock of mineral water. |
Accommodation
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Kenya
and East Africa have a fine diversity of accomodation options
ranging from camping, at some of the finest campsites, to luxury
hotels and lodges spread all over the country. |
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Food and Drink |
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Kenya
offers an impressive range of foods and drinks to suit all
visitors needs from vegeterian diets to full course meals.
Whether in a luxury city hotel or deep in the bush, a traveller
is almost guaranteed to find a mouth watering buffet with a wide
variety of meats to fresh salads and drinks. The food is
relatively safe to try whilst in a hotel or lodge which caters for
international tourists. Soft drinks and alcohol are also
readily available, cheap and safe to drink. |
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Clothing |
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Kenya
has a diverse climatic range form extremely hot and dry
regions to cold and wet areas. We have listed below an idea of
the various altitudes and how you should dress while there. |
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In
the mountain region (5000ft and above), the climate here is
wet and cold. Add gloves, strong foot wear and heavy rain
gear. |
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If
you are in the coastal region, where the weather is very
tropical and hot, wear comfortable loose cotton and some
sun protection. |
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In
the eastern region (below 3000ft), normally hot, dry and
dusty, you are advised to carry a hat, cotton pants and
long sleeved shirts. Also carry sun protection. |
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While
in the highland areas (3000 - 5000ft), with a climate that
ranges from cool / hot days and cold nights in addition
to frequent rainfall, you are advised to add a sweater and
rain jacket. |
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Security |
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Like any other country,
Kenya
has a few security concerns but the tourism industry and the
govrnement are taking every possible step to enure your safety
during your visit to Kenya. Below are a few basic precautionary
measures you should take: |
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Try
to avoid walking at wee hours of the night especially in quiet
dark streets. |
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Keep
your valubles in a safe place. |
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Avoid
carrying lots of money and any important documents. |
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You are advised to take cabs rather than walk in strange areas. |
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Avoid carrying valubles to the beach. |
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Communication |
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Communication
in kenya is quite reliable owing to the many modes available such
as the internet, mobile/cellphone communication, direct land line
telephone and telephone booths plus radio call, just to name but a
few.
Nairobi, Mombasa and the main towns in
Kenya
and East Africa are well connected for all modes of
communications.The most reliable is the mobile phone, which is
widely used and cheap to buy.
Out in the national parks, virtually all safari lodges have a
fixed line phone link though cell phone coverage in the safari
locations is often not present or reliable. Some lodges also offer
internet connectivity. |
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