Transport and travel Kenya The train Until 5h, compared to nearly 18h previously. This express train (named the Madakara Express) operates a daily departure from each station (Nairobi and Mombasa). Please note, this new train, departs from each city (shuttles […]
Where to eat, food and drink Kenya Kitchen If you can find small inexpensive restaurants and eateries everywhere, the menu is not very varied and the camps - it's buffet, for a quality most being in the correct but rather agreed. Meats Symbol of ease in […]
Traditions and customs Kenya Traditional music and dance As everywhere in Africa, traditional music punctuates village life. Each ethnic group has a particular style. The difference is sometimes subtle for the layman. The common point is the use of percussion. […]
Geography and landscapes Kenya Geography The landscapes are west, volcanic and mountainous. Nairobi, the capital, is located in the north, very fertile around Mount Kenya, and is also covered with plantations. To the east, the plains dotted with hills stretch […]
Activities, sports and recreation Kenya On the coast, hotels offer a plethora of activities. Club formula hotels offer temporary membership which gives access to all sports facilities (swimming pool, windsurfing, tennis, squash, golf, surfing, etc.). The […]
Recommended routes Kenya Kenya of large parks and reserves Day 1: Nairobi. To get in the mood, visit the National Museum and Karen Blixen's house in Karen, the famous “African Farm”. Days 2-3: direction there Masai Mara National Reserve, absolutely […]
Where to sleep, hotels and accommodation Kenya Kenya offers a large choice of hey or even July-August, migration period, in the Masai Mara. Camping site It's not only the cheapest way to travel, it's also the most exhilarating for enjoy the wild life in […]
Health and Safety Kenya Health Kenya is a poor country that relies heavily on tourism to get by. The health protection of travelers is improving steadily. Vaccines Vaccination against proud in a country where yellow fever is rife, the vaccine would then […]
Culture Kenya Music and dance Traditional music and dance As everywhere in Africa, traditional music punctuates village life. Each ethnic group has a particular style. The difference is sometimes subtle for the layman. The common point is the use of percussion. […]
Entry formalities and useful contacts Kenya Entry formalities The visa is compulsory regardless of the length of stay. Minors under 16 are exempt (but must still have their own passport). Since 1er January 2021, the return and proof of accommodation […]
Climate and weather Kenya Kenya is crossed by the equator. The sun rises all year round around 6 a.m. or 6 a.m. and sets between 30 p.m. and 18 p.m. In principle, the seasons obey the following rules, but like everywhere else, things get out of hand ... - […]
Practical life on site Kenya Time difference Kenya is 1 hour ahead of France in summer, and 2 hours in winter. When it is 12 p.m. in Paris, it is 13 p.m. in Nairobi in summer and 14 p.m. in winter. All this, of course, must change when Europe abandons the […]
Money and budget Kenya Money, banks, exchange The national currency is the kenyan shilling (Ksh), which divides into 100 cents. At the beginning of 2019, for 1 €, we obtained around 115 Ksh, and for 1 US $, more or less 100 Ksh. This rate is only indicative […]
Kenya Identity Card - Area: 591 958 km² Population: around 49,7 million inhabitants (2018 estimate).- Capital city : Nairobi (approximately 3,5 million inhabitants).- Official languages : Kiswahili, English. - Change : kenyan shilling.- Hope Literacy […]
