Africa
Kenya
Safaris, the Great Migration, Indian Ocean beaches and Mount Kenya. Say jambo, go slowly ("pole pole"), and enjoy!
- Local time
- 15:41
- Currency
- KES
- Calling code
- +254
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Languages spoken
- English, Swahili
Respect & manners
- Apply for your eTA (electronic travel authorisation) online before you fly.
- Plastic bags are banned in Kenya, including in your luggage: fines are heavy.
- Greet with "jambo" and take time for greetings.
- Ask before taking photos of people, especially Maasai and Samburu communities.
- Dress modestly on the coast (Mombasa, Lamu).
- Tipping: guides and drivers expect a tip on safari.
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