KENYA EXPLORED

KENYA INFORMATION

 

Currency & Credit Cards

The unit of currency is the Kenyan Shilling (Ksh) which is divided into 100 cents (cs). Notes are of the following denominations Ksh 1000, Ksh 500, Ksh 200, Ksh 100, Ksh 50 and coins Ksh 20, 10, 5, 1 and 50 cents, 20 cents, 10 cents and 5 cents

You should note that you are not permitted to import any local currency to any of the East African destinations.

Travellers Cheques and Foreign Bank Notes can be exchanged at all banks and hotels.

American Express, Diners Card, Visa and Access credit cards can be used in some establishments. However please note that not all safari camps accept credit cards.

 

Electricity

Both mains electricity and generated supply in lodges provide 240volts AC50 cycles. Sockets are normally of the 3 “square” pin variety 13 amp.

 

Time

Kenya is 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.

 

Personal Safety

Kenya society is less affluent than Western society and it is best never to make an ostentatious show of wealth. Though great efforts have been made by the authorities there are still, like in any country in the world, some areas in Nairobi and Mombasa best avoided at night. It is unwise to carry large amounts of cash around with you when exploring Nairobi or Mombasa or any town. It would also be prudent to leave any expensive items of jewellery at home. The Kenya police are generally friendly and helpful to tourists.

Current British Government advice can be found here