Kenya Travel Guide
Long popular with travelers looking for iconic wildlife and mesmerizing landscapes, Kenya is a top safari destination and if you're planning a safari holiday yourself, there's a few things you should know before you go - and you'll find it here. Firstly there's where and when best to visit, necessary visas and vaccinations, and what currency is used. Then there's what style of safari would suit you best - overland camping or lodge-accommodation? Finally, delve into the fantastic safari opportunities available from the Great Migration to the Big 5 and where you'll find them.
Best Places to Visit
Top national parks to visit as well as beaches to enjoy and mountains to conquer
Best Time to Visit
Information on the wet and dry seasons in Kenya and when's best for wildlife spotting
Top Travel Tips
Plenty of useful info on everything from money to health, shopping to tipping
Kenya Vs Tanzania
Only got time to visit one? Choose between Kenya & Tanzania with our guide!
Traveller Visas
Visa requirements for Kenya and info on getting your visa
About Overland Safaris
Infomation on travelling through Kenya on an overland camping safari
About Lodge Safaris
More about our lodge accommodated safaris in Africa and what to expect
The Great Migration
A detailed guide to where and when you can witness nature's impressive spectacle
Spotting Africa's Big 5
Discover what they are and where best to find them in Kenya and beyond
Safari Wildlife Guide
A handy, quick reference for where to see Africa's wildlife and the best time to do so
Recommended Reading
- African Diary
by Bill Bryson - It's Our Turn to Eat
by Michela Wrong - A Grain of Wheat
by Ngugi wa Thiong'o
Facts about Kenya
- Despite producing some of the best coffee in the world, it is largely considered an export product and Kenyans prefer tea.
- The first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize was Kenyan environmentalist Professor Maathai in 2004.
- Paleontologists believe people may first have inhabited Kenya some 2 million years ago.
Kenya Travel Advice for U.S. Travelers
The safety of our travelers is of prime importance and we closely monitor current travel advice for Kenya. We recommend that you check the latest travel updates from the U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs when planning your trip.
Flying to Kenya from the States:
Kenya is roughly a 17-20 hour flight from America depending on whether you're flying from the east or west coast of the country. Nairobi is the capital city and the main transportation hub where our Kenya safari tours usually start and end. From New York the best options are with United via Frankfurt and British Airways via London, both with short transit times en route. From Los Angeles one of the fastest flight options is with KLM via Amsterdam. The majority of other airlines require two transit stops en route.
Useful Online Resources:
The official Kenya Tourist Organisation site and the latest Kenya Weather Updates from the BBC.