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Planning your trip 5 min read

A First-Time Traveller’s Guide to Planning a Kenya Safari

Six decisions, taken in a sensible order, turn a vague idea of a safari into a plan: who is travelling, which region, how many nights, how you travel, what to expect and when to book.

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Understanding Safari Accommodation Options

“Lodge” and “camp” are loosely used words. A plain-English guide to the main types of safari accommodation, why location matters more than décor, and what to ask about meals, inclusions and comfort.

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Planning your trip 5 min read

How to Plan a Multi-Destination Kenya Holiday

On a map, Kenya’s highlights look close together. In practice, roads, flights and fatigue decide what works. Learn to build a trip around a few well-chosen bases, with realistic travel times and room to breathe.

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Planning your trip 5 min read

Kenya Travel Requirements: What to Check Before You Go

Entry, health and baggage rules change, so this guide tells you what to look into rather than quoting rules. It covers passports, entry authorisation, insurance, health preparation and customs, and who to ask.

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Kenya Travel Tips: Etiquette, Money, Safety and Connectivity

Small habits that smooth almost every day in Kenya: greetings, money, staying connected, staying safe, tipping, photography and dress, explained in general terms with pointers to check what is current.

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