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What to carry, what to wear, and an honest answer on safety and security in Kenya.
What to carry
For your Kenya safari, pack light casual wear in neutral colours — try to avoid bright colours — and a warm jacket for evening game drives.
In Kenya’s major cities the dress code is conservative but not excessively formal; jeans and modest tops for women are fine. Swimsuits are acceptable on the beach, but you will need to cover up in public places.
- Light casual clothing in neutral colours
- A warm jacket for early morning and evening game drives
- Modest clothing for towns and public places
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Binoculars and a camera with spare batteries
- Any personal medication, in its original packaging
Safety and security
‘Can I travel to Kenya?’ is a question asked by many travellers, especially first-timers wanting travel advice for this wildlife-rich country that is home to the Great Wildebeest Migration over the plains of the Maasai Mara.
Kenya is safe and security has been beefed up everywhere. LuckyMiles Adventures experts have recently visited the various tourist circuits and do confirm the feeling of being secure and comfortable.
As travel specialists, we make seamless itineraries that ensure reliable drivers, trustworthy suppliers and proficient lodge staff all the way — in addition to knowing where each and every one of our clients is at every step of their trip.
LuckyMiles Adventures travellers also have exclusive contact to a 24/7 hotline manned by our senior staff in the event of any emergency, no matter how tiny it may seem.
Before you fly
A few practical things worth sorting early. Ask your consultant if anything here is unclear — requirements change, and we will confirm the current position for your nationality.
Entry requirements
Check your passport validity and current entry requirements for your nationality well before you travel. We will advise on what applies to you.
Health
Speak to a travel clinic about vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis for the areas on your itinerary, in good time before departure.
Money
The Kenya shilling is the local currency. Cards are widely accepted in cities and lodges; carry some cash for tips, curio stalls and village visits.
Extra costs
Some experiences — Maasai village visits, balloon safaris, traditional dance evenings — are paid separately. We will flag these in your itinerary.
Luggage
Light bags travel better, and internal flights on light aircraft have strict limits. Soft bags are easier to load than hard cases.
On the game drive
Stay in the vehicle unless your guide says otherwise, keep noise down near animals, and never feed wildlife.
Still have questions?
Our consultants answer these every day. Call us or send a message and we will get back to you.
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