last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other practical information for Kenya
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Luggage and equipment to bring
Except at high altitudes where you’ll need to plan accordingly, lightweight clothing will be sufficient for the rest of the country, along with a light sweater for evenings, mornings, and the effects of air conditioning. Also bring sun protection, dust protection, and rain gear for the season. As always, travel light.
For safaris, bring comfortable, flexible clothing that covers your whole body in neutral colors to avoid being spotted too easily by animals. Other useful equipment includes a headlamp (especially if camping), binoculars, and all the accessories needed for your camera to work properly (batteries, memory card, charger, etc.). However, there’s no need to bring your own camping gear since local safari agencies provide everything you need. On another note, also bring your first-aid kit and enough medication.
Communications
Phone
Country code: (00 +) 254.
Calling Kenya: To call a landline from abroad... 00 + 254 + the contact’s number.
Calling from Kenya: To call abroad from Kenya... 000 + country code + area code + the contact’s number.
Internet
Internet service is very accessible in cities. You’ll find cybercafés open until 6:00 PM and sometimes much later. In major cities, the cost is around 1 Ksh/min. Prices tend to rise as you move away from big cities or in tourist-heavy areas. As for Wi-Fi, it’s becoming more widespread. However, in remote areas, even though most lodges offer free access, the connection is usually slow.
Mail delivery takes about 4 to 8 days between Kenya and Europe. You can buy stamps at post offices and international-class hotels.
Time difference
Local time: .
Like Uganda or Tanzania, Kenya is on GMT+3. This means it’s one hour ahead of France in summer and two hours ahead in winter.
Electricity
Kenya’s electrical system runs on 240 volts (50 Hz). The power outlets, type G ("British"), have three large prongs. An adapter is needed for French and North American systems.
Hours
Laundries
Local tourist offices
Weights and measures
Kenya uses the metric system.