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AFRICA / COUNTRY GUIDE

Discover Kenya.

Beautiful places, thoughtful discoveries, and everything you need to plan your journey.

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Kenya at a glance.

The details you want before you go, gathered in one easy-to-use place.

CurrencyKenyan shilling (KES)
LanguageSwahili and English
Major airportsNairobi NBO · Mombasa MBA
Time zoneEAT (UTC+3)
ClimateEquatorial highlands and tropical coast
Power outletsG · 240V
Getting aroundDomestic flights, trains and safari transfers
Places to exploreNairobi · Mombasa · Maasai Mara

Countrywide generalizations: languages, power types, climate and transport can vary by region. Verify before travel.

WHEN TO GO

Weather & best time to visit.

Typical climate: Equatorial highlands and tropical coast.

The ideal season depends on your preferred activities and the specific cities or regions you plan to visit. Coastal, mountain and inland destinations can have very different conditions.

Weather guidance here is a general climate description, not a live forecast or a verified monthly climate chart. Add region-specific climate data before publishing detailed monthly averages.

Before you packCheck a current local forecast

Weather can change quickly. Look up the exact destination and travel dates before departure.

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EXPLORE THE COUNTRY

Cities & regions to discover.

PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Before you go.

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Airports & arrival

Common gateways include Nairobi NBO · Mombasa MBA. Confirm the best arrival airport for your final destination and route.

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Getting around

Domestic flights, trains and safari transfers. Availability varies by city and region.

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Entry, visa & health rules

Requirements depend on your nationality, route and travel dates. Check official sources before booking.

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Money, language & local customs

Currency: Kenyan shilling (KES). Languages: Swahili and English. Research local tipping and etiquette for your destinations.

Travel rules and advisories change. This page does not determine visa eligibility, health requirements, or safety conditions.

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