TRAVEL INFORMATION & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Kenya has three international airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Moi International Airport in Mombasa and Eldoret International Airport in Eldoret.

Are there any immigration controls?
All visitors to Kenya are required to have valid passports. The visa fee is US$50 for an ordinary visa and US$20 for a transit visa. Visas can be obtained upon arrival at the airport. It is advisable for visitors to check visa requirements through airlines, travel agents or Kenya tourist offices, Kenyan embassies or High Commissions in their countries before they embark on their visits.

Departure Tax
Departure Tax used to be US$20.00 but these days it is incorporated in the airline tickets. In addition there are other security checks by Customs officers. Departing passengers are therefore required to identify their buggage for inspection by Customs officers.

Dressing code
Visitors should not walk in towns or public areas in their swim-wear as this is against African culture and it offends a large section of the community. Nude bathing is not allowed. Kenyans appreciate decent behaviour devoid of immoral tendencies. Visitors are therefore advised to show respect to the local people, their culture and traditions.

Health Requirements
As a precaution, visitors should carry yellow fever and cholera certificates if coming from Africa or Asia. Malaria is endemic throughout Kenya and visitors are advised to take precautions.

Banking Hours
Banks are open from 0900 to 1500 Monday - Friday and 0900 to 1100 on the first and last Saturday of the month however 24 hour access to your account can be facilitated by the ATMs in major towns countrywide.

Currency
Unit of currency is the Kenya Shilling. Bank notes are available in denominations of 50, 100, 500 and 1,000. The Kenyan shilling is divided into 100 cents. These are copper coins of 50c and 1 shilling and silver copper coins of 5,10 and 20 shillings. There are no restrictions on the movement of currency into or out of Kenya for currency transactions.

Credit Cards
We accept most international credit cards and Travellers' cheques. Barclaycash ATMs can accept international VISA and MASTERCARD credit cards. Standard Bank allows access to over 60 'Moneylink' ATMs situated at all branches.

Climate
Temperatures rarely fall below 24°C during the day and 10°C at night. Warm woolen clothes are advised for late evenings.


Electric Supply
240 volts AC. Some lodges may have independent power generators which may vary.

Language
The official language is English. The national language is Kiswahili.Security
Like most of the other city of the world take precautions. Deposit your passport, excess money and other valuables at reception desks or room safes before going out. Do not walk alone on deserted or dark streets.

Standard Time
Kenya is 3 hours ahead of GMT.

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    Sportsmen's Safaris & Tours Limited
    Suite 402, 4th floor, Uniafric House, Koinange Street,
    P. O. Box 53356, 00200, Nairobi - KENYA
    Tel: (+254-20) 312478 or 225823
    Fax: (+254-20) 218260
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