Travel To Kenya

Kenya is considered as the cradle of humanity, one of the greatest places to discover wildlife, and a mixture of African, Arab and Indian cultures.

The geographical features of Kenya –

Located in – East Africa.

The total area covered – 580,367 square kilometers.

Land area – 569,140 square kilometers (

Water area – 11,227 square kilometers (

Border countries – Ethiopia (north), Tanzania (south), Somalia (East), Uganda (west) and South Sudan (northwest).

Highest point – Mount Kenya (5,197 m)

Lowest point – Indian Ocean

Getting around Kenya –

By Air- Nairobi has two airports for domestic and regional flights followed by Wilson Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. There are almost 150 domestic airstrips and there are also daily flights to the most famous destinations.

By road – You can get around Kenya by road. The road conditions vary widely. While some major roads are in good condition, most of the small roads are rough.

Road classifications-

• Class A- International roads connect Kenya with neighboring countries.
• Class B- National trunk roads connecting internationally important centers.
• Class C- Local roads connect provincially important cities.

Entry Requirements to Kenya –

The authorities in Kenya set and regulate entry rules. If you’re unsure how Kenya’s entry requirements apply to you, contact its UK embassy, or your local Kenya embassy to ensure the below information is correct.

• A valid passport is required to travel to Kenya with a validity of at least six months.
• A Kenyan e-visa is also needed to travel to Kenya.
• The Covid-19 certificate and yellow fever certificate are also needed.
• All foreign visitors need to carry a return ticket

Top places to visit in Kenya –

• Nairobi, the capital city
• Samburu National Reserve
• Amboseli National Park
• Kenya National Park
• The Great Rift Valley
• Mombasa
• Lake Victoria
• Uhuru Gardens
• Maasai Mara
• Diani Beach
• Lamu Island

Best Foods of Kenya –

Despite stunning wildlife and vast landscapes, Kenya’s delicious cuisine has also a uniqueness among them. East African cuisine is made with yummy ingredients and makes tourists mouthwatering. Here is some must-try Kenya’s delicious food.

• Nyama Choma – Grilled or Roasted meat in Swahili.
• Ugali – This is a starchy cornmeal side dish that can eat with every meal.
• Roasted Makai – Roasted Maize, one of the most commonly grown Crops in rural Kenya.
• Irio – This dish is made with mashed peas and potato mix.
• Githeri – Kenyan Dish made with Beans and corn.
• Kenyan Pilau – Rice cooked with the flavor of spices like cardamom, cumin, cinnamon, and cloves.
• Wali wa Nazi – This is coconut rice and a famous Kenyan dish.
• Sukuma Wiki – A vegetable Kenyan dish.

Kenya safari is an outstanding experience in life and you can explore all its attractions with an experienced safari expert. So, choose your safari operator wisely!