East Africa Travel Guide
Kenya Travel Guide
Discover Kenya — from Nairobi and the Maasai Mara to Amboseli, Tsavo and the Indian Ocean coast. Find destinations, safari information, transport options, practical travel advice and ways to plan your journey across Kenya.
Capital
Nairobi
Region
East Africa
Currency
Kenyan Shilling (KES)
Languages
English & Kiswahili
Welcome to Kenya
One country, many ways to travel
Kenya offers much more than safari. Travelers can combine wildlife experiences with cities, mountains, lakes, cultural experiences, beaches and journeys by road, rail or air. Use this guide to understand the country before choosing where to go and how to travel between destinations.
Kenya in pictures
A glimpse of what awaits
Elephants on the move
Kenya's iconic wildlife
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Popular destinations
Maasai Mara
Wildlife, safari planning, migration information and practical travel advice.
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Nairobi
Kenya's capital, international gateway and starting point for many journeys.
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Amboseli
Wildlife, open plains and views toward Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Lake Nakuru
Wildlife, landscapes and an important stop within Kenya's safari circuit.
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Kenya Coast
Mombasa, Diani, Watamu, Malindi and the Indian Ocean coast.
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Plan your journey
Kenya travel information
Before you travel, understand the practical details that can affect your journey. These guides are designed to help travelers make informed decisions before contacting a travel provider.
Entry Requirements & eTA
Travel documents, entry requirements and electronic travel authorization information.
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When to Visit Kenya
Understand seasons, weather, wildlife experiences and different travel periods.
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Transport & Getting Around
Explore buses, trains, domestic flights, road travel and other transport options.
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Accommodation
Understand hotels, lodges, camps, guesthouses and other accommodation options.
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Money, Costs & Payments
Learn about currency, payments, budgeting and practical money considerations.
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Health & Safety
General travel health, safety and emergency information for visitors.
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Travel across Kenya
How are you getting there?
Searching for a journey between Kenyan destinations? Use eaSafariRoutes to explore available route and transport information.
Search a Route →Nairobi → Mombasa
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Kenya Safari
Start planning your safari
Kenya is one of East Africa's major wildlife destinations. Explore safari regions, understand travel logistics and then connect with tourism businesses offering services in the destination you want to visit.
Wildlife
Safari
Beaches
Culture
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Planning your Kenya trip?
Once you know where you want to go, discover tourism businesses, accommodation, transport and other travel services available for your journey.
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Emergency contacts in Kenya
Save these numbers before you travel. Response times and coverage vary by region — city centers like Nairobi have faster access than remote safari areas.
Police / General Emergency
999 or 112
Kenya Red Cross
1199
St. John Ambulance
020 221 0000
Fire & Rescue (Nairobi)
020 222 2181
Information & source record
Travel requirements and other time-sensitive information can change. Information should be reviewed against the relevant government authorities, official tourism organizations and other recognized sources before travel.
Country
Kenya
Information status
Continuously reviewed
Travel advice
Check official sources before travelling
Planning a trip to Kenya?
Tell us where you want to go, your dates, group size and budget. We will reply with options and put you in touch with an operator. There is no charge for asking.
Official Kenya websites
Always confirm visa, park and health requirements on the official site before travelling.