Discover the Latest Trends in Kenya Tourism: A Comprehensive 2023 Update

They say the best way to demystify something is to experience it firsthand. After experiencing a group tour in Kenya, I found it truly worth it!!
Today, I’m summarizing all the important points for everyone. These are just my personal views and can be used as a reference. I hope that sisters who are planning to visit Kenya can avoid these pitfalls 💣
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🔴 Pre-trip advice to avoid pitfalls:
① Visa-free, but you need to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) and a yellow book (valid for 10 years after one injection)
② Passport with more than six months of validity
③ Kenya is cold in the morning and evening, and hot at noon.

Bring 1-2 thick jackets and sun protection clothing
④ Exchange dollars in your home country, then exchange for shillings in Nairobi, which is more cost-effective
⑤ British standard power adapter, binoculars, power bank, headphones, camera with a long lens
⑥ During the safari, do not make noise or throw food at animals to avoid being attacked
⑦ Kenya has strict “plastic ban” regulations, so do not bring non-compliant plastic products
⑧ The water quality in Kenya is not good, use bottled water for washing your face and rinsing your mouth, and do not drink raw water to avoid bacterial infection
⑨ Safari trips are mostly in national parks, pay attention to safety, listen to the driver-guide, do not get off the vehicle at will, and do not throw food at animals
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🔴 Important notes:
❌ Tipping culture:
Kenya is a tipping country, so there are many miscellaneous tips, such as for hotel luggage handlers, dining services, drivers, guides, etc.

Although the amounts are small, they add up, so prepare small cash
❌ Smoking:
Smoking is prohibited in public places, go to designated areas
❌ Improper behavior:
During the safari, never climb on top of the vehicle, as it will be photographed by conservation personnel
❌ Improper behavior:
When encountering animals during the safari, do not make loud noises or engage in improper behavior
❌ “Plastic ban”:
The “plastic ban” is particularly important, Kenya is very strict about this, violators may be fined up to 4 years in jail, and a fine of 2 to 3 million shillings (about 140,000 to 280,000 RMB) (high fines or jail time)
❌ Safety issues:
From May, there have been public demonstrations, although the dates are announced in advance, it’s still best to avoid staying in the city
❌ Wildlife products:
Do not buy or bring any wildlife products in Kenya (high fines or jail time)
❌ Drones:
Drones cannot be brought into the country!

Flying drones is banned throughout Kenya! If needed for work, apply in advance to the Kenyan Civil Aviation Authority
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🌈 Classic 8-day itinerary in Kenya
🐘 Day 1: Nairobi ➡ Masai Mara 🦒🦁
🐘 Day 2: Masai Mara 🌿🐯
🐘 Day 3: Masai Mara 🐃
🐘 Day 4: Masai Mara ➡ Nakuru 🐘
🐘 Day 5: Nakuru ➡ Naivasha 🛶
🐘 Day 6: Naivasha ➡ Amboseli 🦏
🐘 Day 7: Amboseli 🌄🐘
🐘 Day 8: Amboseli ➡ Nairobi 🏙