Kenya Travel Forum

ok so this is probably already on here, but i'm looking to go to Africa next summer, I want to do a safari camping, and see the indian ocean. My targets now are Kenya or South Africa, any thoughts?

I'm not rich by any means, so i'm looking at the bare minimum, cheap hotel in safe area in Nairobi, camping safari, no wine tasting or luxury stuff, just a quality experience where i will see wild life and learn more about the culture. I'm hoping to stay under 3K, including the flight from LA, which should be around 1,500 USD. Any thoughts etc? Am i right to look at Kenya, or should i be shifting focus? Also i'm an America fire fighter, i've read stuff about Osama Bin Laden parties in Mombasa, should i be scared? lie and say i'm canadian? I have a NYC accent it's hard to lose. lol.

Thanks, and thanks to whoever started this forum.

Hello everyone,

I will be going to Kenya in 3 weeks. I know I can get visa when I arrive at the airport. The only problem is, I will be arriving at 2am on Saturday. Does anybody know if I will be able to get visa at that time of the night?

Thank you

We're going on holiday to Bamburi Beach again,(our 5th visit), in a few weeks time. Last time we visited was 2002.
Back in the 1990's we could visit Mombassa by Taxi and walk around for hours without any worries. In 2002 we again visited Mombassa by Taxi, and were horified to find we were the only 2 white people in the entire street, and the asmosphere was hostile.
We would like to know please what the situation is like now in Mombassa.??
Is it safe to walk around, or is a quided tour bus the only way now to see the
sites and shops.
Thank You
Katie

Hi (again)

Whats the recommended way to get to the Cinema complex from Nyali Beach. How far is it?

Cheers.

Hey guys,
Im gonna be in Nairobi in a week (!) and my accommodation plans were just cancelled.
Im looking for an apartement that I could rent for 1-2 weeks. Preferably in the area Westlands or perhaps around Yaya center. Ive checked the internet but most things I find seem more expensive then i can afford (100$ or more per night for a 1 bedroomed apartement)
Does anybody have any cheaper suggestions for a 1 bedroomed apartement on such short notice?

Hi,

Many thanks for all of your help & advice so far. What time does it get dark in Mombasa during November?

Thanks.

Hi,

How far is this from Nyali Beach? Will I need a taxi or can we walk there?

Thanks.

I have just seen this news item on the television. The reports are very vague. Anyone know any more details? Am due to travel out shortly to Mombasa, naturally this has worried me a little.

I'm very lucky! My husband has to travel to Nairobi in Nov on business. He is anxious that I travel with him as this may be his last trip down. However, it is a holiday I have not budgeted for so am trying to do as much as I can as cheaply as possible. We were hoping to travel to Masai Mara but flying tours are too expensive, if I can come up with a good overland camping trip for 1 or 2 nights at a good price I know we will go.

So please help - can anyone recommend a good budget camping trip? I am bogged down going through the internet and most don't display any prices either.

Will be very thankful of any help and assistance I get and thank you in advance

Hi my partner and i are going to mombasa nxt month and was just wondering if anyone can give us advice on how much currency to take, were planning to do a one day one night safari and some shopping could you please advise us on how much to take thanks,

Thanks for all the tips re my last posting.

I have only one day in Nairobi before my safari (all paid for) then 1 week in Mombasa

On this one day I want to see a little of the area and get currency for my tips etc
Is the English £ accepted in exchanges??
As was mentioned no point exchanging 2 lots of currencies.

Does anyone know "AFRICAN HOME ADVENTURE" tour operator http://www.africahomeadventure.com
Anyone been to Enchoro camp in Masai Mara http://www.enchorowildlifecamp.com/index.html?
Also Chester hotel in Nakuru?
http://www.chesterhotels.co.ke/

Thanks

Hi there,just checking if you can still purchase Kenyan visas at the airport in Nairobi and Tanzanian ones at the land border crossing. Thanks.
PS. any idea on prices?

Hello, does anyone know that travel agent? I heard a few good words about them.


http://www.kenyanadventures.co.uk/


Thanks......

We are going on Safari in November and then one weeks beach holiday
Can you inform me what are the best accepted currencies that we can take with us.

Thanks

Hi,

Were travelling to Mombasa (nyali beach) shortly and plan on taking a 2 night safari whilst there preferably staying in a tented camp. Can you guys recommend a reliable source (locally) where I can book this. Also how much should I expect to pay?

Many thanks.

Hi,

Were staying at the Nyali beach hotel soon. What are the monkeys that live around the hotel actually like? Are they just naughty or more of a menace. I have read that given the opportunity they will get into your roon to find food!

Thanks,

Hey, I'm a charity director from Texas, and I'll be doing field research this June in along eastern Africa for microcredit banking and micro-health insurance. My question is does anyone know the best and cheapest ways to get to Johannesburg from Nairobi (i.e. bussing (yes i know it's not going to be fun) or maybe finding a group to truck with)? Thanks for the time.

Spencer

Hi all,

I am visiting both Masai Mara and Serengeti this October. I have been given 2 safari options. One is to start for an early game drive at 6 AM and complete the safari at 10 AM and again do an afternoon game drive. The other option is to start the game drive after breakfast at around 8.30 AM and continue on the safari till 6 PM. That means we are on the safari the whole day without returning to camp till evening. My question is: Which will be the better option? I want to see the Big Five as well as the Wilder Beast Migration. If I start after 8.30 AM, will I still be able to view the big cats or is it better to start early at 6 and return, then start again for a late afternoon game drive.

Thanks to anyone who can clarify.

Hi to all,
I’m traveling to Nairobi and I will be there few days only, so if you can suggest me must see places and good restaurants.
Thank you a lot:-)

What is the cheapest Baloon Ride in End September ? USD 450 and all - its very costly for salaried people like us, going with a family of four. Kids has discounts ?

Also please let us know the cheapest ( and proximity wise best ) hotel/lodge/camp in Masai Mara ?

Hi,

What will be the weather in Masai Mara be like this October? We are from India and have been informed of the forecasts, which predict heavy rains starting from October. As we will be doing our safari in the Mara this Oct beginning, we like to know what the chances are of seeing the Big Five & the Migrating animals and whether rains would play spoilsport. We are also travelling to Serengeti, for your information.

Any help?

Thanks.

We are four adults travelling to Kenya in November this year. We plan to spend one night at the Ark Lodge, but we've heard reports that it's quite run down of late and facilities are not what they used to be. I'd appreciate any information on whether this is true.....Thanks

Hi,

Were travelling to Kenya in Nov for 2 weeks. Sometime during our stay we plan on heading into Nairobi for a day. I gather its to long to drive or catch a bus and as we plan only to stay for the day, flying seems the best option! Whats the average fair for this?

Thanks in advance.

Hi,
Can anyone tell me what weather to expect in Mombasa in October.


Thank you

Hi everyone - I am planning a trip to visit a community where a charity I support is doing some great work. I would like to get from Mombassa to Kwale and stay there for 2 nights.
Qustions are 1) how to get from Mombassa to Kwale in the safest way, and 2) is there anywhere to stay in Kwale that would be recommended for a European traveller?
Thanks

Hi all,just wondering if anyone has recently taken the overnight train from Nairobi to Mombasa and if so what are your thoughts. I am heading over again in January. Is it hard to get a 1st class sleeper ( there are two of us) and the cost. Many thanks. Anne

I wonder if you could help me.
3 of us from the UK will be staying in Kisumu for a few nights in November. We are hoping to drive from Kisumu to Nairobi, stopping off at a couple of National Parks and lakes along the way on a 4 day trip.I have had differing pieces of advice over whether it is safe to drive along the road from Kisumu to Nairobi. I have heard reports of bandits and muggings. Could you advise me on the safety of driving this route.
Thank you.

I will be going to Kenya soon and was wondering if anyone here knows of a company there like Mail Boxes, Etc. through which I could obtain an address for receiving, sending and forwarding mail? I would like to set this online prior to my departure from the states to verify the quality of their service. Thanks for your help!!

Can anyone help me with this hotel. My partner and I are getting married there in October and I have now read many mixed reports about it. Any info on whats like would be great.


thanks