On Arrival
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport The airport is about a half hour drive from Nairobi city center. Taxis are readily available, but confirm the price on to.
Moi International airport The airport is about 10 minutes from the CBD to allow an extra half an hour to travel to the south coast due to the ferry crossing.
Visas:. Most visitors to Kenya require a visa and multiple entry visas Keyoardis available. Applications can be made at any Kenyan high commission or embassy before travel. The single visa (obtainable upon arrival) is $ 50 (correct at time of printing) or the equivalent in local currency.
Lost Luggage: Visit the lost baggage desk in the baggage hall before you go though customs.
Getting around
Self drive in Kenya Most international car hire firms in Kenya. Vehicles traveling on the left side of the road and most cars are right hand drive. A current driver’s license with photo is acceptable for up to three months’ residence
Public transport City buses works reasonably low price rates are payable to the conductor. Matatus private minibuses are plentiful, but usually crowded
Keeping in touch
Post offices: Open 8:00 to 17:00 weekdays, 9:00 to 14:00 on Saturdays.
Telephone services: Public pay telephones (card and coin) is automated phone cards can be purchased at post offices or international call offices .. International calls can be dialed directly (code 000) or operator assisted (dial 0195 / 6)
Mobile phones. Use either Safaricom or Celts. All the major urban areas or coastal areas, many reception. Pay as you go SIM cards are readily available.
Internet
Internet cafes are increasingly common. E-mail can be sent from hotels, as faxes and telexes can.
Money matters
Money Kenyan shilling (KSH) currently has about Ksh67 per dollar
Currency Regulations There is no restriction on the movement of the currency in Kenya for currency transactions.
Banking: Foreign currency can be changed at banks, foreign exchange bureau or hotel banks are open from 09:00 to 15:00 Monday-Friday 09:00-11: 30am Saturday of each month .. Earlier in coastal banks open half an hour. Some banks airport remains open 24 / 7
24hour access ATMs can be found at most ATMs nationwide. Most accept international VISA cards
All major credit cards, international cards are accepted.
Traveler’s choques TCS accepted at most banks, hotels and office.
The hotel bill payments can usually be paid in shillings or convertible foreign currency.
Your well-being
Call 911 Emergency Services
Hospital: Nairobi and Mombasa have good hospitals offer an emergency service.
Even with insurance cover medical expenses, consultation and treatment will have to pay the costs claimed later.
General Information
Voltage: All regions in Kenya are supplied with 240 volts AC.The plug in use thought-Kenya is three square pi, 13 amp type.
This is a good security precaution not to walk alone in isolated towns or beach areas especially after dark. Use your common sense to prevent opportunistic
Tipping is appreciated. Most hotels and restaurants include a 10% service fee
The water in most hotels in the city is generally safe to drink But if in doubt, bottled water is available. Most Safari Lodges provide filtered water. Water is precious, help you to use it sparingly would be appreciated.
Public holidays in Kenya
January 1 New Year’s Day
May 1 Workers
June 1Makadara (self rule) Day
Moi Day October 10
October 20th Kenyatta Day
December 12th Jamhuri Day (Independence / Republic)
December 25 Christmas Day
December 26 Boxing Day